Production Technician

PRODUCTION TECHNICIAN

At Ocean Sonics, we are all Leaders. We are a purpose driven organization that values

sustainability, innovation, and collaboration to achieve more as one team. We care about people

and our planet and are proving it by becoming BCorp Certified (https://www.bcorporation.net/en-

us/).

Are you ready to dive into a career that combines innovation, technology, and the depths of the

ocean? We're on the lookout for motivated Production Technicians to join our crew at Oceans

Sonics. If you're the kind of person who can turn circuitry into symphonies and wants to be at

the forefront of underwater acoustics, we want to hear from you!

Highlights of the Role

• Full-time

• Monday – Friday, 9 am – 5 pm

• Truro or Halifax, Nova Scotia

Expectations

Our technology plays a crucial role in various industries, including marine research,

environmental monitoring, and defense applications. The smart hydrophone Production

Technician is a skilled and detail-oriented team player with proven experience in electronic

assembly and testing, preferably in a manufacturing environment. The Production Technician

produces electronic products and sensors for the icListen Smart Hydrophone.

Assemble, wire, test, and calibrate electronic products

according to established production procedures.

Work with potting material for the purpose of waterproofing
Assembly & Testing

the product.

Conduct thorough testing and quality control to ensure the

functionality and performance of each unit.

Identify and troubleshoot technical issues during the

production process.

Troubleshooting

Collaborate with the R&D team to implement improvements

and address recurring problems.

Maintain detailed records of production activities, test

results, and any issues encountered.

Documentation

Assist in updating and revising production manuals and

procedures.

Work closely with cross-functional teams, including R&D,

Collaboration engineering, and quality assurance, to ensure seamless

integration of new features and improvements.

Continuously seek opportunities to improve production

efficiency and reduce manufacturing costs.

Process Optimization
Implement and document process enhancements in

collaboration with the engineering team.

Ideal Candidate Profile

You will enjoy a successful career at Ocean Sonics if you align with our core values and

possess the competencies, skills, and experience we are looking for.

Our Values:

1 - We Care
We

• Treat people with respect independent of their status or disagreement with us

2 – We’re Honest
We

• Are known for candor and directness.

• Are non‐political when we disagree with others.

• Only say things about fellow employees we will say to their face.

• Say what we think even if it is controversial.

• Are quick to admit mistakes.

3 – We Do the Right Thing
We

• Make wise decisions (people, technical, business, and creative) despite ambiguity.

• Identify root causes and get beyond treating symptoms.

• Think strategically, and can articulate what we are, and are not, trying to do.

• Smartly separate what must be done well now, and what can be improved later.
  

4 – We’re Curious
We

• Learn rapidly and eagerly.

• Seek to understand our strategy, market, products, and partners.

• Are broadly knowledgeable about the Ocean, the Environment & our Industry.

• Unbiased when searching for the best ideas.

• Contribute effectively outside of our specialty.

5 – We’re Innovative
We

• Challenge prevailing assumptions when warranted and suggest better approaches.

• Create new ideas that prove useful.

• Keep nimble by minimizing complexity and finding time to simplify.

• Discard convention to discover practical solutions to hard problems.

6 – We’re Passionate
We

• Inspire others with our thirst for excellence.

• Care intensely about Ocean Sonics’ success

• Celebrate wins.

• Are concise and articulate in speech and writing.

• Are tenacious.

• Accomplish amazing amounts of important work.

• Take smart risks.

• Exhibit bias‐to‐action and avoid analysis‐paralysis.

Competencies

Strong technical background in electronics, preferably with

experience in underwater acoustics or related fields.

Technical Proficiency

Familiarity with PCB assembly, soldering, and other electronic

manufacturing processes.

Proven ability to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues

efficiently.

Problem-Solving Skills

Critical thinking and analytical skills to identify root causes and

implement effective solutions.

Meticulous in following production procedures and maintaining

accurate records.
Attention to Detail

High level of precision in assembly and testing processes.

CommunicationExcellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.

Skills, Qualifications and Key Accomplishments

Must-haves

• Post-secondary education in Electronics preferred or equivalent.

• Minimum one year experience soldering RoHS electronic components.

• Able to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and specifications.

• Excellent manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination.

• Excellent computer skills.

Nice-to-haves

• Knowledge of IPC-A-610, J-STD-001 standards is an asset.

Commitments

OCEAN SONICS is an equal opportunity employer and employs personnel without regard to

race, creed, color, religion, sex, ethnic origin, ancestry, age, place of origin, physical or mental

disability, citizenship, sexual orientation, marital or family status.

It is our policy to select the best qualified person for each position within our organization on the

basis of demonstrated ability, experience, training and potential.

This policy applies to all of our employment and personnel practices, including decisions

regarding hiring, transfer, promotion, demotion and dismissal.

Please visit us at: https://oceansonics.com/

Thank you for your interest!