Manufacturing Technologist

Ocean Floor Geophysics; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A subsea technology firm in Burnaby, BC is seeking a Manufacturing Technologist to assemble and maintain subsea sensors. The role demands over 5 years of relevant experience and involves collaboration across departments to ensure quality production. Candidates should possess strong technical skills in soldering and PCB inspection. This full-time role is in-person, with a pay range of $35 - $40 CAD per hour.

Qualifications

• 5+ years relevant experience.
• Experience working with subsea sensors and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Assemble OFG sensor products.
• Repair/maintain existing OFG sensors.
• Collaborate with departments to meet production specs.

Skills

Soldering

Crimping

Inspection of PCBs

Technical issue identification

Communication skills

Job description

About the Company

The OFG team is spread around the world. Over the last few years OFG has successfully grown our client base in subsea sensors for robotic and remotely operated vehicles. To support our growing markets and global customer base, Ocean Floor Geophysics (“OFG”) is hiring.

Formed in 2007 to provide services & expertise for the sea floor minerals industry. Since then, we have expanded our offerings to solve subsea surveying challenges across a range of markets including the renewables, oil and gas, defence and minerals sectors. We bring together expert teams of engineers and geoscientists to design, integrate and operationalize complex sensor systems deployed from AUV, ROV, USV and surface vessels. We collect rich multiphysics datasets and interpret these to meet and exceed survey objectives in an efficient and safe manner, with minimal environmental impact.

Our mission is to solve our clients’ most complex subsea exploration, development and maintenance challenges using innovative technology designed to meet and exceed objectives in an environmentally sensitive manner.

We know that one of the strengths of our company is our diverse workforce and we are striving to build upon that. We attract talented & imaginative experts and foster a culture of interdisciplinary collaboration so that we can solve complex challenges. We are committed to environmental stewardship and strive to achieve our clients\' goals with minimal impact.

OFG’s core values involve are people, transparency and solutions. More information can be found online at https://www.oceanfloorgeophysics.com/about-us

About the Role

The Manufacturing Technologist will be responsible for assembling OFG’s sensor products. The successful candidate will ensure that our subsea sensors continue to be built to the highest level of quality. A commitment that our clients expect from OFG. This is a full-time role that is 100% in-person at our facility in Burnaby, BC.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the Manufacturing Program Manager
• Collaborate with other departments, such as engineering, administration, and sales, to ensure that production meets customer needs and specifications
• Assemble new OFG sensor products
• Repair / maintain existing OFG sensors
• QC parts and finished goods
• Review and interpret sensor data using visualisation tools
• Participate in the development or adaptation of QC processes and documentation
• Maintain QC records and systems
• Monitor and maintain inventory and inventory systems and records
• Pack, ship and receive parts and finished goods
• Manage the shop environment
• Maintain a safe and organized shop environment

Qualifications

• 5+ years relevant experience
• Experience working with subsea sensors and equipment, sealing surfaces and O-rings

Required Skills

• Ability to learn and adapt to new technologies as well as changing work environment, and communication methods

Technical Knowledge

• Specific skills in soldering, crimping, and inspection of PCBs
• Experience working with subsea sensors and equipment, sealing surfaces and o-rings
• An understanding of various manufacturing processes, such as machining, additive manufacturing, and assembly
• Strong knowledge of electronic principles, components, electronic testing and troubleshooting
• Ability to interpret and build products in accordance with engineering drawings and procedures
• Experience developing procedures for quality control and manufacturing
• Ability to review engineering drawings and design documentation for manufacturability and provide feedback
• Understanding and adhering to safety protocols

Analytic and Problem-Solving Skills

• Ability to identify and resolve technical issues
• Attention to detail and diligence with note taking and documenting analysis

Communication

• Effective communication skills for collaborating with teammates
• Ability to work effectively with others in a remote setting, contributing to team goals and supporting colleagues

Organization, Planning and Self-Management

• Effective with self-discipline, time management, and the ability to work independently to meet deadlines and achieve goals

Preferred Skills

• Proficient with platforms for communication, collaboration, and virtual meetings (i.e., Microsoft Teams or other)
• Proficient with the use of platforms for document creation, storage, and sharing (i.e., Microsoft SharePoint or other)

Personal Attributes

• Supportive : You act with the understanding that when our colleagues do better, we do better
• Collaborative : You recognize that through your contributions to a team that we can achieve something better than what you can do on your own, and you actively work towards this goal
• Achiever : You have the drive to set and meet high expectations

Cultural Norms

• Learners : We all maintain a commitment to being lifelong learners
• Teachers : We all have a drive to impart knowledge, teach people new things, and help everyone reach their full potential
• Diverse : OFG embraces diversity and alternate points of view
• Respectful : OFG is committed to creating a respectful workplace for everyone
• Responsible : OFG encourages everyone to take personal responsibility for producing quality results

Pay range and compensation package

$35 - $40CAD per hour

Equal Opportunity Statement

OFG is committed to diversity and inclusivity.