About SMT
Since 1997, SMT provides industry-leading Electronic Manufacturing Services. Services include: Electronic Engineering, Prototyping, Manufacturing and Higher-Level Assembly Services
Leadership & Culture at SMT
Lead by Industry Veterans. Driven by Discipline and Values. Grounded in the Real Work.
At SMT, leadership isn’t about titles, layers, or optics. It’s about presence, accountability, and shared ownership. Our company is led by industry veterans who’ve spent their careers in the trenches of electronics manufacturing.
We lead by showing up, working alongside our teams, valuing hands-on insight, and giving the people closest to the product a voice to maximize product quality and production efficiency.
Our Culture
- Engaged Leadership: SMT leaders are visible, accessible, and hands-on. We don’t wait for reports to understand what’s working, we see it happen in real time, and help remove the friction.
- Accountability with Autonomy: We give teams room to grow. Mistakes are learning tools, not weapons. That’s how we build future leaders who think for themselves and take ownership.
- No Drama, Just Progress: We hire people who solve, not stir. SMT is a calm, capable place to do meaningful work, and that’s intentional. No politics. Just trust and teamwork.
- We Coach, Not Command: Like any good team, we win by being aligned, not micromanaged. Leadership at SMT is about setting clear expectations, then stepping back enough to let people lead.
How It Feels to Work With SMT
Whether you’re a customer or a teammate, you’ll notice something different about SMT. Conversations are direct. Updates are honest. Solutions are shared. And the culture is calm, not chaotic.
Because when the work matters, you don’t need theatrics. You need people who show up, work smart, and build things that actually perform.
About SMT
Since 1997, Surface Mount Technology Corporation (SMT) has been a trusted provider of Electronic Manufacturing Services (EMS), offering a comprehensive suite of solutions including Electronic Engineering, Prototyping, Manufacturing, and Higher-Level Assembly Services.
With over 27 years of experience, we support every stage of the product development lifecycle, from concept and prototyping to end-of-life support, including remanufacturing. Our commitment is to deliver defect-free products on time and at competitive prices, providing exceptional value to our customers.
Our state-of-the-art facility in Appleton, Wisconsin, is certified to ISO 9001, ISO 13485, and ISO 14001 standards, reflecting our dedication to quality, safety, and environmental stewardship.
At SMT, we hold no proprietary products or intellectual property. Our success is defined by the success of our customers, and we take pride in being a reliable partner that transforms ideas into reality with precision, efficiency, and trust.