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 setting 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.

📌 SMT Technician (Kanata)
🏢 Calian Group
📍 Kanata