Shearwater Research Inc. Hiring for Electronics Assembler (summer students) at Richmond, BC Full Time

Electronics Assembler (June – Aug Summer contract)

We create powerful, simple and reliable technology for demanding divers.

We are a world leader in the design and manufacture of computers for all types of divers, offering products which are powerful, simple and reliable. We take pride in our corporate culture of high energy excellence, with self-managed professionals who thrive in delivering results, and welcome team players to join us in our journey!

We provide a culture that embraces innovation, passion and performance excellence. We are growing fast and offer professional growth opportunities and a dynamic, informal and engaging workplace. Join our team and enjoy an inspiring environment where challenging and interesting work is part of daily life. We invite you to check us out at www.shearwater.com

Job Description

We are a fast-growing company that requires full-time assemblers working in our production facility assembling wrist-worn, scuba diving computers, and related electronics.

You will be required to work primarily with your hands:

• Operating hand tools for soldering
• Assembling
• Inspecting
• Programming PCA’s
• Testing and other processes in production

Who are we looking for?

• Hard-working, honest, and reliable team players
• Attention to detail
• Possess a positive attitude and are easily trained
• Must have excellent finger dexterity and hand-eye coordination
• Good communicator and able to make suggestions for improvement
• Good eyesight is preferred, to perform visual inspections
• Experience with electronics/electro-mechanical assembly
• Experience using hand tools and power tools
• Experience inspecting for quality specifications
• Available and willing to work some overtime
• Familiarity with Potting, Electrostatic protected (ESD) manufacturing process desirable
• Familiarity with LEAN principles desireable

Benefits:

• These are some of the benefits Shearwater employees enjoy:
• Company paid Life, AD&D, Dental, Extended Health, EAP Plan + Health Spending Account
• Competitive vacation allowance
• Group RSP with company matching contributions
• 5 personal days per calendar year (paid out if not used)
• Diving – open water ticket, dry suit and advanced training company paid
• Free dive equipment rentals and air fills
• Bonuses based on successful annual performance of the company
• 10 min tenant shuttle service (and bus) from Skytrain stops right on our doorstep!

We have a foosball table, table tennis and a dart board, available for use during breaks as well as company funded social events & BBQ’s . (will open again after COVID)

Starting Wage: $17.75 per hour

Reports to: Production Supervisor

Next steps

If this describes you and you are interested in this opportunity, please send your resume through this website.

Shearwater Research, is a privately held technology ISO9001:2015 certified world leader in the field of dive computers for serious divers. Based in Richmond, British Columbia, we have dealers in over 70 countries, and service centers in Canada, USA, UK, and New Zealand.

Shearwater Research is an equal opportunity employer. If you are contacted regarding the position, please advise the member of our recruiting team of any accommodation measures you may require during our selection process. Information received relating to accommodation needs of applicants will be addressed confidentially.

Candidates must be currently eligible to work in Canada.

Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract

Salary: From $17.75 per hour

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company events
• On-site gym
• On-site parking

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

COVID-19 considerations:
All Health orders are followed and safety plan in place

Experience:

• Electronics & Electromechanical Assembly Occupations: 1 year (preferred)