Machine Operator

Teledyne Technologies Incorporated; Richmond; On-site; CAD 46,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits

Ongoing training & development

Collaborative team environment

Employee recognition programs

Career growth across Teledyne FLIR

Job summary

Teledyne FLIR, a global leader in thermal imaging and vision systems, is seeking an SMT Operator at our Richmond, BC facility. You will set up and run SMT production equipment, load materials, inspect products, and perform testing to ensure high-quality outputs.

The role emphasizes precision workmanship, teamwork, and ongoing process improvements within a supportive, globally operating manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work.
• Ability to follow written instructions and learn new equipment and processes.
• Good hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity with small components and tools.
• Ability to lift up to 20 lbs (9 kg).
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Experience with PCBA soldering and SMT component rework (preferred).
• Experience working in an electronics manufacturing environment (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate SMT production equipment, including solder paste printers and pick-and-place machines.
• Load materials and prepare components for production runs.
• Perform visual inspections and identify product defects.
• Conduct testing, review results, and package finished products.
• Perform preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and basic repairs on SMT equipment and production tools.
• Organize, track, and store raw materials, including reels and PCBs.
• Collaborate with team members to resolve production issues and drive process improvements.
• Report quality concerns and contribute ideas to improve efficiency and product quality.

Skills

Attention to detail

Follow instructions

Hand-eye coordination

Flexibility

Lifting up to 20 lbs

Teamwork & communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

SMT equipment

Job description

Teledyne Technologies Incorporated provides enabling technologies for industrial growth markets that require advanced technology and high reliability. These markets include aerospace and defense, factory automation, air and water quality environmental monitoring, electronics design and development, oceanographic research, deepwater oil and gas exploration and production, medical imaging and pharmaceutical research.

We are looking for individuals who thrive on making an impact and want the excitement of being on a team that wins.

Job Description

Build the Future of Vision Technology

Join Teledyne FLIR, a global leader in thermal imaging, advanced sensors, and vision systems that support defense, industrial, and commercial applications worldwide. At our Richmond, BC facility, you'll help manufacture cutting-edge technology that makes the world safer, more efficient, and more connected.

We're looking for an SMT Operator who enjoys working with precision equipment, takes pride in quality workmanship, and wants to contribute to products that have real-world impact.

What You’ll Do

• Set up and operate SMT production equipment, including solder paste printers and pick-and-place machines.
• Load materials and prepare components for production runs.
• Perform visual inspections and identify product defects.
• Conduct testing, review results, and package finished products.
• Perform preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and basic repairs on SMT equipment and production tools.
• Organize, track, and store raw materials, including reels and PCBs.
• Collaborate with team members to resolve production issues and drive process improvements.
• Report quality concerns and contribute ideas to improve efficiency and product quality.

What You Bring

Required Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work.
• Ability to follow written instructions and learn new equipment and processes.
• Good hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity when working with small components and tools.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and production schedules.
• Ability to lift up to 20 lbs (9 kg).
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with PCBA soldering and SMT component rework.
• Experience working in an electronics manufacturing environment.

Why Join Teledyne FLIR?

• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
• Collaborative and inclusive team environment.
• Stable career opportunities with a global leader in sensing and imaging technology.
• Employee recognition and reward programs
• Career growth opportunities across Teledyne FLIR and the broader Teledyne organization.

If you're passionate about precision manufacturing and want to work with industry-leading technology, we'd love to hear from you.

Salary Range

$46,100.00-$61,400.000

The anticipated salary range listed for this role is only an estimate. Actual compensation for successful candidates is carefully determined based on several factors including, but not limited to, location, local regulations (such as minimum wage), education/training, work experience, key skills, and type of position.

Teledyne and all of our employees are committed to conducting business with the highest ethical standards. We require all employees to comply with all applicable laws, regulations, rules and regulatory orders. Our reputation for honesty, integrity and high ethics is as important to us as our reputation for making innovative sensing solutions.

Teledyne is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other characteristic or non-merit based factor made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws.