Assembly Technician

Assembly Technician

Dartmouth, Nova Scotia

MetOcean Telematics is contributing to the worldwide effort to better understand, assess, monitor, and connect our planet.

Our mission is to connect the world without limits. We ensure critical data is transmitted, received, and processed in the fastest and most reliable manner possible anywhere in the world. We value collaboration, innovation, achievement, and connection. We are a growing organization and looking for talented individuals to join our growing team.

Role and Responsibilities

We are seeking a full-time Assembly Technician.

Reporting to the Production Manager, you will be responsible for the assembly, processing, programming, activating, and testing of MetOcean’s products, often using a microscope or magnifier, soldering iron, and various dispensing tools.

You will have the opportunity to grow and learn in a culture that encourages your development. We support an inclusive environment that values diverse talent, backgrounds, and experience.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Prepare for assembly by comprehending schematic engineering drawings, manufacturing instructions, and parts lists, gathering required parts, tools, and materials
• Perform complex and advanced assembly of products according to established specifications and instructions
• Perform post-assembly checks and troubleshooting to avoid and identify defects
• Build miniature transmitters, electronics, and mechanical parts
• Utilize fine soldering processes, including surface mount technology
• Potting and encapsulation of electronic assemblies
• Complete product and performance testing using electronic test instruments, including multimeters and oscilloscopes, and record test results
• Meet quality and production standards
• Adhere to all ISO quality systems and standards
• Adhere to all safety standards and protocols, including PPE use, to prevent incidents

Education:

• High School Diploma required, Diploma in electronics, mechanical, or similar considered an asset

Required Skills and Experience:

• Previous knowledge and proven experience in electronic or mechanical assembly
• Experience safely and efficiently using a variety of tools, such as multimeters, soldering irons, hand tools, and power tools
• Experience soldering and knowledge of safe soldering use
• Ability to read and comprehend schematic engineering drawings and manufacturing instructions
• Comfortable sitting and standing for extended periods of time
• Physically able to bend, twist, crouch, and lift weight up to 50 lbs
• Excellent hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity
• Comfortable working independently and managing time to ensure efficiency
• Knowledge and understanding of Occupational Health and Safety standards and protocols in an assembly environment

About MetOcean Telematics

MetOcean Telematics is one of Nova Scotia’s and Atlantic Canada’s Small & Medium Top Employers!

We are leaders in Satellite IoT enabled solutions and we design and manufacture right here in Dartmouth, NS. We are a global provider of innovating full spectrum telemetry products, options, and solutions for environment, marine, defence and security clients.

Our mission is to connect the world without limits. We ensure critical data is transmitted, received, and processed in the fastest and most reliable manner possible anywhere in the world. We value collaboration, innovation, achievement, and connection. We are a growing organization and looking for talented individuals to join our growing team.

Check us out https://www.metocean.com/

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

MetOcean Telematics 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.