JAVIER SANDOVAL SOTO

• Managed the entire front-end SMT process, ensuring seamless integration of equipment and programming for optimal performance.
• Proficiently operated a range of SMT machinery, including the Ekra Serio 4000 screen printer, Mirtec SPI, NPM W2 pick and place, BTU reflow oven, and Mirtec AOI.
• MES Administrator & Developer.

-Designed, developed, and implemented a custom MES tailored to PCB production processes.

- Integrated MES with ERP systems and shop floor equipment for real-time production tracking and data collection.

- Managed system configuration, data flows, and user training to optimize manufacturing performance and traceability.

• Led NPI efforts by creating SMT programs (Pick and place, Screen printer, Reflow Profiles, SPI, AOI) designing custom fixtures, and providing end-to-end support throughout pilot runs, ensuring smooth transition from prototype to production.
• Tailored engineering solutions to align with specific client requirements, delivering high customer satisfaction through customized service.

• Designed stencils tailored to customer requirements, ensuring product compliance with industry guidelines.
• Generated accurate quotes for necessary manufacturing tools including stencils, support blocks, inspection templates, special nozzles, and reflow pallets.
• Created and optimized SMT programs in line with the most recent Bill of Materials (BOM), Engineering Change Orders (ECO), and specific deviations or requirements.
• Conducted Design of Experiments (DOE) to integrate and validate new SMT technologies within the production process.
• Continuously updated SMT programming to reflect changes in designs, components, and assembly processes.
• Played a key role in the introduction of new product lines by developing and implementing appropriate SMT strategies.

• Responsible of providing technical support to the manufacturing team by providing preventive/corrective maintenance to the SMT machines to make it possible to meet the manufacturing requirements on time.
• Responsible of machine installation due to the new product introduction.
• Responsible of line balancing analysis and documentation.