Job Description

Reports to: VP, Manufacturing

The process technologist provides technical support to PCBA manufacturing operations, on both surface mount and through-hole technologies. The process technologist is expected to have a high degree of expertise on both PCBAs and process equipment and be able to troubleshoot technical problems. The process technologist will be responsible for preventive maintenance on process equipment.

Responsibilities shall include but are not limited to:

Creating and updating programs for process equipment including surface mount and through-hole operations

Creating and updating documentation for PCBA operations

Supporting PCBA manufacturing operations

Assisting in resolving quality issues with PCBAs

Identifying opportunities to increase efficiencies and reduce costs in PCB Operations

Analysing and implementing cost-saving and/or capacity-increasing solutions in PCB Operations

Conducting preventive maintenance on process equipment

Other duties shall be assigned as required.

Requirements:

Technical diploma or degree in electrical / electronics engineering / technology

Strong trouble-shooting and problem-solving skills

Minimum 5 years related experience with PCBA manufacturing equipment, including ASM, MyCronic, EKRA and DEK stencil printers, ERSA Versaflow Selective Soldering, ERSA Powerflow Wave Soldering, etc.

Strong understanding of IPC PCBA manufacturing standards, including ESD and MSD

Highly motivated and self-directed, capable of multi-tasking, and able to work with minimal supervision

Detail-oriented and analytical thinker

Strong work ethic and positive team attitude.

Strong organizational and interpersonal skills

Able to investigate and implement new technologies

Additional Information:

Start Date:

ASAP

Vacation:

15 paid days of personal time off

Status:

Full-time position

Shift:

Monday to Friday, 7:00am to 3:30pm

Salary:

Negotiable
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $1.00 per hour

Benefits:

Casual dress Dental care Disability insurance Extended health care Life insurance On-site parking
Ability to commute/relocate:

Calgary, AB T2E 0A6: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):

Do you have hands-on experience PCBA manufacturing processes in a production environment? If yes, briefly list the processes and equipment you have worked with (e.g., SMT placement, selective soldering, wave soldering, cleaning, conformal coating). Have you independently diagnoses and resolved process-related defects on PCBAs? If yes, briefly describe the type of issue and how you identified the root cause. Do you have experience supporting or programming conformal coating processes? If yes, briefly describe the coating systems, masking methods, or materials you have worked with. Have you supported new product introductions (NPI) in a contract manufacturing environment? If yes, briefly describe your role in process setup, validation, or first-article builds. Are you comfortable working independently while managing multiple technical priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment? If yes, briefly explain how you prioritize competing issues while maintaining quality and throughout.
Work Location: In person