Electronic Technician

InnovaSea Systems, Inc.; Bedford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company dedicated to sustainable aquaculture solutions as an Electronic Technician. In this dynamic role, you'll provide essential technical support in a fast-paced electronics manufacturing environment, working closely with the Receiver Line team to build and test innovative products. Your expertise in troubleshooting and root cause analysis will be vital in enhancing production efficiency and quality. This role not only offers the chance to contribute to meaningful projects but also provides a supportive work environment with a commitment to employee development and well-being. If you're passionate about technology and sustainability, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Paid time off

Employee Assistance Program

Paid parental leave

Pension

Employer-paid medical

Employer-paid dental

Employer-paid vision

Qualifications

• Experience in electronic manufacturing or design is crucial.
• Strong problem-solving aptitude and teamwork skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on technical support in electronics manufacturing.
• Build receiver products and assist with PCB testing and troubleshooting.
• Initiate continuous improvement projects and process changes.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Root Cause Analysis

Soldering

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Tools

JIRA

Confluence

Job description

Electronic Technician | Bedford, NS

Innovasea | Aquatic Solutions Built for Life

Ready to join a passionate team committed to a more sustainable future? Innovasea (pronounced In-no-va-see) is at the forefront of revolutionizing aquaculture solutions and advancing the science of fish tracking. We provide complete end-to-end solutions to improve sustainable fish farming and better understand and preserve our marine and freshwater habitats.

When you work at Innovasea, you join a group of over 275 employees committed to our values of authenticity, collaboration, commitment, innovation and stewardship. As a member of the team, you’ll have the opportunity to be part of an organization relentlessly committed to building a better tomorrow.

Roles and Responsibilities

We are seeking a temporary Electronic Technician to join our team. Reporting to the Receiver Line Production Supervisor in our Fish Tracking division, the Electronic Technician must have a strong problem-solving aptitude and work well within a team environment. The Electronic Technician will build product and support Receiver Line staff as they assemble and test Innovasea products used in fish tracking applications.

Key Responsibilities

Provide support to the Receiver Line:

• Provide hands-on technical support in a fast-paced electronics manufacturing environment
• Quickly repair jigs and fixtures
• Work with the Technical Writer to develop and review Production manuals and SOPs
• Build receiver products, cables, and assemblies
• PCB testing and troubleshooting as required
• Help develop and validate new processes
• Review orders prior to shipping
• Assist with pressure testing
• Assist with incoming inspection of PCBs, machined parts, and other assemblies
• Assist with single-piece part flow manufacturing
• Review ‘Bill of Materials’ and drawings to ensure inventory accuracy
• Identify areas for improvement. This could include cost reductions, capacity increases, 5S/organization, quality improvements, inventory reduction etc.
• Other duties as assigned to ensure Production targets are met

• Work with our Production Engineering group to help move new products into the receiver line
• Follow best practices and ensure that safety is built into our standard operating procedures and equipment
• Assist with the investigation and resolution of production issues involving parts, processes, and equipment:
• Collection and analysis of production data
• Investigation of production articles through measurement, calculation, and observational analysis
• Perform root cause analysis on non-conforming product
• New product/process trials and qualifications
• Use JIRA and Confluence to document
• Work with Production Engineering to bring new equipment online
• Assist with QA testing programs
• Initiate continuous improvement projects and process changes
• Participate in professional development programs, obtain/maintain relevant certifications

What We’re Looking For

• Experience in electronic manufacturing or electronic design
• Troubleshooting and root cause analysis skills
• Good organizational skills and attention to detail
• Must be an effective communicator and have strong writing skills
• Strong soldering ability with surface mount components
• Reading and understanding electronics schematics

Benefits

Our full-time employees enjoy a range of benefits that support work-life balance, health, and long-term success. This includes:

• Paid time off and holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid parental leave
• Pension
• Employer-paid medical, dental, vision

Innovasea is an equal-opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.