SMT Technician

Position Overview We are looking for a skilled and detail-oriented SMT Technician to join our electronics manufacturing team on the evening shift in Kanata. This role is responsible for supporting SMT production activities, troubleshooting equipment issues, maintaining production quality, and ensuring efficient manufacturing operations. The ideal candidate will bring hands-on SMT manufacturing experience, strong troubleshooting capabilities, and the ability to work effectively within a fast-paced production environment. This position plays a key role in reducing downtime, supporting equipment performance, and maintaining production output and quality standards. Responsibilities Support setup preparation for SMT machines including feeder setup, stencil alignment, material verification, and program loading Operate and maintain SMT production equipment including solder paste printing, pick-and-place machines, and reflow ovens Perform troubleshooting activities to identify and resolve machine or production issues Inspect PCB assemblies to identify missing or misaligned components and verify alignment against engineering diagrams Support PCB rework and repair activities as required Assist with preventive maintenance and yearly maintenance activities on SMT equipment Read and interpret electrical diagrams, assembly drawings, BOMs, and work instructions Collaborate with production, quality, and engineering teams to support manufacturing operations and resolve production concerns Maintain accurate production records and follow quality and ESD safety procedures Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on equipment uptime, production efficiency, and quality output Qualifications Minimum 1 to 3 years of SMT manufacturing or electronics assembly experience Experience troubleshooting SMT equipment and manufacturing processes Ability to read and understand electrical or engineering diagrams Educational background in electronics, electrical engineering, electro-mechanical engineering, robotics, or related field preferred Strong attention to detail and quality-focused mindset Experience working in a manufacturing environment Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a production team Experience with SMT machine programming, IPC610, PCB rework, or preventive maintenance is considered an asset Experience with JUKI SMT equipment, SPI, AOI, or conformal coating equipment is considered an asset Additional Requirements Ability to work fully onsite in Kanata Availability to work evening shift schedules Comfort working in a manufacturing environment with SMT production equipment Adaptability to changing production priorities and schedules Strong communication and teamwork skills Compensation $50,000 to $56,000 Position Type We have 1 available position.

The SMT Technician is responsible for operating and maintaining SMT production equipment, including solder paste printing and pick-and-place machines. They perform troubleshooting, PCB inspections, and preventive maintenance to ensure production quality and minimize downtime.

Candidates need 1 to 3 years of SMT manufacturing experience and the ability to read electrical engineering diagrams. An educational background in electronics, robotics, or a related engineering field is preferred.

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• SMT Manufacturing
• Troubleshooting
• PCB Assembly Inspection
• PCB Rework
• Preventive Maintenance
• Electrical Diagram Interpretation
• Solder Paste Printing
• Pick-and-Place Machines
• Reflow Ovens
• ESD Safety Procedures
• JUKI SMT Equipment
• SPI
• AOI
• Conformal Coating
• IPC610
• BOM Analysis

• Manufacturing
• Engineering
• Trades

Minimum education

College diploma

Minimum experience

2+ years

Apply by

Sep 2, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week

Seniority

Entry level