# Anthony Rivero > SMT Programmer | Electronic Manufacturing & Surface Mount Technology Expertise | Continuous Improvement Focus Location: Easton, Pennsylvania, United States Profile: https://flows.cv/anthonyrivero Motivated and results-driven team leader with extensive experience in Electronic, Pharmaceutical, Chemical, and Nutritional manufacturing. Skilled in SMT Programming, Production Supervision, Data Analytics and Continuous Improvement; I bring a strong technical acumen and collaborative nature to every role. ## Work Experience ### SMT Programmer @ Astrodyne TDI Jan 2023 – Present | Hackettstown, New Jersey, United States • Responsible for programming surface mount jobs for Fuji Aimex III and Fuji XPF SMT machines. • Generate BOMs, clean and sort CAD data and implement and refine data to create programs on SMT machines. • Order stencils and verify matching schematics between CAD data and the stencils created. • Proficient in Fuji Flexa and Nexim software (proprietary programming software for Fuji equipment/machines). • Coordinate and work in tandem with Engineering department to ensure data is refined and ideal for programming. • Aid in Continuous Improvement efforts to streamline manufacturing processes and reduce waste. Also assist in preventative maintenance and troubleshooting. ### Team Lead - Surface Mount Technician @ Precision Graphics Inc. Jan 2021 – Jan 2023 | Branchburg, New Jersey, United States • Use and maintain SMT equipment to run and improve processes and procedures to streamline results. • ISO 9001:15 and AS 9100:16 certified • Work with SMT machines, circuit boards and soldering equipment to produce high quality electronic assemblies and circuit boards. • Duties include programming, troubleshooting, maintaining SMT equipment and loading and unloading feeders and carriages. • Assist in assembly and programming of SMT equipment. ### Production Supervisor @ BioSpectra, Inc. Jan 2020 – Jan 2021 | Bangor, Pennsylvania, United States Plan, coordinate, direct and supervise the activities of chemical operators to produce a finished product according to production schedule and quality requirements to maintain compliance. • Ensure compliance of all current Quality and Safety systems with all their direct reports. • Produce finished goods in alignment with cGMP and ICH Q9 standards. • Train and manage employees to achieve highest production standards. o Monitor production methods, equipment performance and product quality. o Submit recommendations and improvements through efficiency and cost measure to management. • Maintain operational/batch data. Read and analyze charts, work orders and production schedules to determine production requirements. • Train new and current employees as needed on equipment operations and work procedures. • Communicate specifications, job orders and company policies/procedures for production team. • Initiate discrepancies as they occur and provide input on root cause and preventative actions. • Consult with Manufacturing Department Managers to coordinate operations and activities within departments; confers with management and/or subordinates to resolve worker problems and complaints. • Requisition supplies needed for production. • Inspect documentation and finished good packaging routinely during shift to ensure compliance. • Monitor gauges, dials, and other indicators to ensure operations conforms to production/processing standards. • Batch record review/reconciliation and complete work orders. ### Production Supervisor @ Avantor Jan 2020 – Jan 2020 | Phillipsburg, NJ • Lead and coordinate Manufacturing and Packaging teams in the Solvents chemicals division with compliance to cGMP standards and a Safety First mindset. • Union workforce management. • Manage personnel scheduling and shift rotations; assist payroll for all wage employees using Kronos. • Track KPI’s and implement Continuous Improvement opportunities to better meet delivery efficiently, addressing problem areas when needed and following through on solutions with corrective action. • Directly assist in planning and scheduling production to meet customer demands and needs. • Author and issue hot work permits for the Solvents division. • Work in tandem with Maintenance Dept. to troubleshoot and fix process equipment and problem solve. • Oversee and manage the logistics of raw material delivery, working with vendors to meet needs and ensure all materials and items follow through to aid in the production schedule on a weekly basis. ### Team Lead - Process Technician @ DSM Jan 2015 – Jan 2020 | Belvidere, New Jersey Responsible for producing quality chemical intermediates and finished products according to a pre-determined spray dry operations plan, following cGMP standards and SOPs. • Responsible for leading production team to achieve organizational goals, deliveries and demands. • Analyze and validate standards of work for production processes (Continuous Improvement) • Conduct shift meetings, addressing problems and assisting in finding solutions, being an active participant in tracking Key Performance Indicators for the Department, and highlighting the daily execution plan. • Involvement in Implementation Task Force efforts and Continuous Improvement opportunities – utilizing 5S standards and A3/Six Sigma/Lean principles in problem solving and adaptation. • Issue work permits for contractual and in-house maintenance and projects. ### Account Executive @ Viogee, Inc. Jan 2015 – Jan 2015 | Bridgewater, NJ • Create, retain and maintain Verizon FiOS customers as a third-party sales professional • Training in business development; contribute to daily projections and perform interviews • Conduct training for entry-level sales representatives • Specialization in outsourced marketing and sales ### Assistant Manager @ Jimmy John's Jan 2013 – Jan 2015 | Easton, PA • Assist manager with opening/closing duties and responsibilities. • Maintain high sanitation standards while producing and presenting well prepared food. • Utilize leadership skills aimed at directing kitchen staff to filling customers’ orders accurately. • Ensure that all orders follow menu presentation and are delivered in an efficient and timely matter. ### Administrative Assistant @ Good Vibes Entertainment, LLC Jan 2009 – Jan 2013 | Easton, PA • Responsible for supporting any and all administrative tasks • Provide strong customer service by answering and/or returning calls to intake detailed information about client and event • Manage event calendar/schedule for DJ entertainers • Follow up on all customer inquiries via email ### Head Chef @ Mothers Bar & Grill Jan 2012 – Jan 2013 | Easton, PA • Followed procedures for safe food preparation, assembly, and presentation. • Maintained high standards of customer service during high-volume, fast-paced operations. • Obtained sole-responsibility for making sure the kitchen operations ran efficiently and correctly. ### Assistant Manager @ Colonial Pizza & Spaghetti House Jan 2010 – Jan 2012 | Easton, PA • Supervised and coordinated activities of kitchen staff responsible for preparing and serving food. • Assisted in food service staff trainings. ### Order Picker @ Owens & Minor Jan 2009 – Jan 2009 | Allentown, PA • Responsible for filling customer orders and delivering them to the delivery platform in a manner that meets company standards for safety, security, and productivity. • Ensured the completeness and correctness of all orders filled. • Operated forklift machine and equipment ## Education ### Public Health in Health Service Administration East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania ### Associate's degree in Liberal Arts w. Concentration in English Northampton Community College ### Politics & International Relations Ursinus College ## Contact & Social - LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/anthony-rivero42880407 --- Source: https://flows.cv/anthonyrivero JSON Resume: https://flows.cv/anthonyrivero/resume.json Last updated: 2026-04-13