Production Technologist (Rockland Scientific International)

Company Overview

Rockland Scientific is an ocean science and technology company that designs and manufactures solutions for scientists to improve their understanding of the oceans and climate change. Rockland Scientific empowers our customers by prioritizing our responsiveness to them and ensuring they reach their goals.

Our solutions centre on the measurement and analysis of ocean turbulence – an essential parameter directly related ocean mixing, heat flux, and climate change.

Headquartered in Victoria, BC, with satellite sales offices in the USA and France, Rockland Scientific’s eclectic team works in an inclusive environment to deliver sensor and software solutions to researchers and system integrator partners in 30 countries. We take pride in our customer-first culture, which is reflected by raving referrals and a growing number of scientific publications.

Job Summary

The Production Technologist will kit, assemble, test and calibrate Rockland products including sensors, printed circuit boards and complete instrument assemblies. Supports developing, assembling & testing prototype products. Provides service and troubleshooting on returned products.

Position Qualifications & Requirements 

• Reading and producing wiring diagrams and schematics
• Post-secondary Diploma in Electronics, Electrical or Mechanical technology.
• 1 year of experience as Production Technologist, Electronics technician, or related for high-tech industries.
• Wiring and soldering: building wire harnesses, splicing cables, soldering and rework of printed circuit boards (through hole and surface-mount)
• Hands-on experience troubleshooting electronic boards and assemblies including analog circuits

Duties and Responsibilities

• Create & maintain production records of assembly, test & calibrations
• Maintain and update assembly & test instructions, as required
• Kit and assemble components into finished products for stock and for specific orders as directed
• Service & troubleshoot products returning to Rockland from customers.
• Test circuit boards, sensors and instruments
• Assist with prototype development, assembly and testing

Working conditions

• Long periods of standing up
• Usage of power tools and sharp objects.
• Occasional Heavy lifting
• Working independently

What we offer

• Personal Health Spending Account
• Join a diverse team making a difference in the scientific field to understand climate change.
• Extended Health Benefits, Life, AD&D, Critical Illness, and Long-term disability
• RRSP matching contributions
• Permanent full-time employment
• Opportunities to take part in job-related training and development

Apply

If you are interested in applying, please send your resume and cover letter to the email: [email protected] with the Production Technologist subject line.

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