Electronic Technician | Bedford, NS

INNOVASEA | Aquatic Solutions Built for Life

As a recognized leader in fish tracking technologies, Innovasea provides work-anywhere solutions that scientists around the world count on for real-time insights. We optimize our advanced acoustic telemetry tools and consulting services to shorten the paths from data collection to conclusion, observation to discovery, and detection to protection.

Our field-experienced scientists and engineers' partner with customers to understand their distinct study needs and research goals and then solve any challenges or issues that arise. So whether we're recommending the best sensors for wide-ranging applications or providing full-service study support, we do so as an invested collaborator – the kind intent on fueling conservation and biodiversity. Today. Tomorrow. For life.

Role and Responsibilities

We are seeking a Temporary Electronic Technician.

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.

Primary Responsibilities include

• 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

Required Skills and Experience

• 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

EducationCandidates are required to have completed an Electronic Engineering Technician or Technologist diploma program.

Preferred Technical and Professional Expertise

• Data analysis and reporting
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and how to apply it in real situations
• Manufacturing automation experience
• Some knowledge/familiarity with automated testing, control, and programming is an asset

• Intermediate to Advanced user of Microsoft Office Suite and Windows 10
• Basic Syspro/ERP experience is an asset
• Basic Atlassian JIRA and Confluence experience is an asset

Benefits of the job

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• Paid time off and holidays
• Free onsite parking

About InnovaseaFueled by leading-edge technology and a passion for research and development, Innovasea is revolutionizing aquaculture and advancing the science of fish tracking to make our oceans and freshwater ecosystems sustainable for future generations. With 275 employees worldwide, we provide full end-to-end solutions for fish farming and aquatic species research – including quality equipment that's efficient and built to last, expert consulting services, and innovative platforms and products that deliver unrivaled data, information and insights.

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.

No phone calls, no unsolicited third-party recruiters or agencies, please.