Process Technician

Preligens; Peterborough; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company is seeking a Process Technician to enhance manufacturing efficiency and quality. In this pivotal role, you'll be responsible for programming and maintaining advanced manufacturing equipment, troubleshooting issues, and implementing process improvements. Your expertise will contribute to the development of new products and the optimization of existing processes, ensuring high standards of quality and productivity. If you have a passion for technology and a commitment to excellence, this is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years college diploma or equivalent technical experience required.
• Experience in electronics manufacturing preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support programming, maintenance, and troubleshooting of manufacturing equipment.
• Develop and document work instructions for various products and processes.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Initiative

Lean Manufacturing concepts

Education

College diploma in Electronics

College diploma in Electromechanical Engineering

College diploma in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

3D CAD

3D printing

Manufacturing equipment

Job description

Process Technician

Published: 02.06.2025

Company: Safran Electronics & Defense

Job field: Industrial Engineering

Location: Peterborough, Ontario, Canada

Contract type: Permanent

Contract duration: Full-time

Required degree: Bachelor's Degree

Required experience: First experience

Professional status: Technician

Reference: # 2025-151298

Job Description

The Process Technician will support programming, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of manufacturing equipment. Additionally, they will set up and improve processes to enhance quality, productivity, and cost-efficiency in manufacturing.

Job Requirements

1. Responsibilities:
   • Program manufacturing equipment, including SMT line equipment (Pick and Place, SPI, AOI, reflow oven), conformal coat robot, and selective soldering equipment.
   • Troubleshoot, maintain, and repair manufacturing equipment to minimize downtime and impact on production, supporting manufacturing personnel.
   • Coordinate preventive maintenance activities and prepare maintenance reports and recommendations.
   • Develop and document work instructions for NPI products, legacy products, equipment, and processes.
   • Participate in the selection, installation, and qualification of new equipment and support the development of procedures for special processes.
   • Support prototype and pre-production sample production according to schedule and cost requirements.
   • Suggest process improvements, update work instructions, and create jigs/fixtures.
   • Establish efficient manufacturing methods and develop suitable processes.
   • Train manufacturing personnel on processes and equipment usage.
   • Support calibration of manufacturing equipment for optimal operation.
   • Perform other duties as required.
2. Qualifications:
   • Minimum 2-3 years college diploma in Electronics, Electromechanical, or Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent technical experience.
   • Preferably 2+ years in electronics manufacturing with knowledge of electronic manufacturing equipment and procedures.
   • Strong problem-solving skills, initiative, and attention to detail.
   • Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing concepts and HSE procedures.
   • Experience with 3D CAD and 3D printing is a plus.

Workplace Location

2000 Fisher Dr, Peterborough, Ontario, Canada

+/- map and directions available upon request.

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