SMT Programmer Technician

isgSearch; Toronto; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

isgSearch in Canada seeks an SMT Programmer/Technician to support programming, setup, troubleshooting and optimization of SMT production equipment in electronics manufacturing.

You will create and maintain SMT machine programs for PCB assemblies, support equipment changeovers, assist SPI/AOI and reflow processes, analyze yield data, and partner with Engineering and Quality teams to improve processes and yields.

Qualifications

• 2–3+ years SMT machine programming experience.
• Hands-on SMT equipment troubleshooting.
• CAD/Gerber data, BOMs, specifications knowledge.
• IPC‑A‑610 and J‑STD‑001 knowledge.
• Lean/continuous improvement and quality systems familiarity.
• Diploma/degree in Electrical, Electronics or Computer Engineering preferred.

Responsibilities

• Create, maintain, and update SMT machine programs for PCB assemblies.
• Support SMT equipment setup, operation, troubleshooting, and changeovers.
• Program and support SPI, AOI, solder paste printers, and reflow ovens.
• Perform first article verification and support new product introduction.
• Optimize equipment performance, OEE, utilization, and reflow profiles.
• Perform basic equipment and feeder maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Analyze defect and yield data and support root cause/corrective actions.
• Work with Engineering and Quality teams to improve SMT processes and yields.
• Support DFM reviews and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Train and provide technical support to production operators.

Skills

SMT programming

Education

Electrical/Electronics Engineering diploma/degree

Tools

CAD/Gerber data

BOMs

Job description

Status: Open Role Salary: $55,000 - $60,000 SMT Programmer / Techn ician

Overview

Seeking an SMT Programmer/Technician to support the programming, setup, troubleshooting, and optimization of SMT production equipment in an electronics manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Create, maintain, and update SMT machine programs for PCB assemblies.
• Support SMT equipment setup, operation, troubleshooting, and changeovers.
• Program and support SPI, AOI, solder paste printers, and reflow ovens.
• Perform first article verification and support new product introduction.
• Optimize equipment performance, OEE, utilization, and reflow profiles.
• Perform basic equipment and feeder maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Analyze defect and yield data and support root cause/corrective actions.
• Work with Engineering and Quality teams to improve SMT processes and yields.
• Support DFM reviews and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Train and provide technical support to production operators.

Qualifications

• 2-3+ years of SMT machine programming experience.
• Hands‑on experience with SMT equipment and production troubleshooting.
• Experience with CAD/Gerber data, BOMs, component specifications, and machine programming.
• Strong understanding of electronic assembly processes.
• Knowledge of IPC‑A‑610 and J‑STD‑001.
• Experience with preventative maintenance and equipment debugging is an asset.
• Familiarity with Lean/continuous improvement and quality systems.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.
• Technical diploma/degree in Electrical, Electronics, Computer Engineering, or equivalent experience preferred.

Work Environment

• Primarily on-site, Monday-Friday daytime schedule.
• GTA-based manufacturing environment.