Machine Operator Assistant Jobs in British Columbia

Job Title: Machine Operator

Job Description

The Selective Wave Soldering / Wave Soldering Operator is responsible for setting up, programming, operating, and maintaining soldering equipment used in PCB assembly. This role is ideal for candidates with experience in SMT machine operation, automated soldering equipment, or electronics manufacturing, who are comfortable working with precision machinery and workflows. This position supports production by ensuring high-quality solder joints, consistent throughput, and adherence to IPC and internal quality standards.

Work Environment

Work in a large facility with multiple departments on the production floor. The environment is organized, clean, and quiet, although employees may occasionally be exposed to dust, solder, metals, high noise levels from operating machinery, or physical hazards from moving equipment and machine parts. The culture fosters teamwork and a positive attitude, with cross-training opportunities available across departments to support skill development. The environment is louder during morning shifts and quieter in the afternoon. Employees will be part of a team of 50, with a dress code that includes wearing a smock, shoe covers, ear plugs, goggles, and closed-toe shoes. The shift schedule is 3:30 PM to midnight, with day shifts for training during the first two weeks.

Responsibilities

• Load solder pallets, fixtures, flux, solder bars, and assemblies into the selective or wave soldering machine; verify correct tooling and configuration for each job.
• Create, modify, or optimize soldering programs including nozzle paths, preheat profiles, conveyor speeds, and solder parameters.
• Run production jobs, monitor machine performance, adjust parameters as needed, and ensure consistent solder quality.
• Inspect solder joints, verify wetting, identify bridging or skips, and make real-time corrections.
• Perform visual inspection per IPC-A-610; document defects and collaborate with quality teams to resolve issues.
• Clean nozzles, maintain flux systems, check solder pot levels, and perform basic mechanical troubleshooting.
• Assist with upstream or downstream SMT processes when needed (reflow, AOI, hand soldering, etc.).
• Record machine settings, lot numbers, maintenance logs, and production data accurately.

Essential Skills

• Minimum of 3 years working as a machine operator.
• Proficient written and verbal communication skills to perform product inspections and defect descriptions.
• Organized and detail-oriented.
• Quality focused with an eye for challenging the status quo and driving continuous improvement.
• Demonstrate knowledge of IPC and other requirements identified (i.e., IPC-A-610, IPC J-STD-001, IPC-A600).
• Ability to manage multiple activities concurrently in an environment with potential interruptions.
• Able to distinguish different colours accurately.

Why Work Here?

Enjoy the potential for contract extension as the company grows and increases orders. Work in a clean environment with friendly coworkers, participate in social events, and enjoy complimentary coffee and tea. Sit comfortably at your station for the majority of the day and work on high-tech projects for one of the biggest electronics companies in the area. Benefit from development and training opportunities, with the chance to learn new skills and more skilled assembly processes. The location is transit accessible. Upon receiving a permanent offer, you may be eligible for a benefits package, including medical and dental coverage, vacation, and more.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Burnaby, BC.

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $26.00/hr.

This is a fully onsite position in Burnaby,BC.

Aerotek® Inc. fournit des solutions de dotation en personnel et de services dans les domaines de la fabrication, de la logistique, de la construction, de l’aviation, des installations et de la maintenance. Nous offrons l’expertise, les solutions et les personnes nécessaires pour relever les défis de l’industrie nord-américaine. Basée à Hanover, au Maryland, Aerotek exploite un réseau unifié de plus de 200 bureaux à travers l’Amérique du Nord, soutenant plus de 18 000 clients chaque année. Aerotek est une entreprise du groupe Allegis, leader mondial en ressources humaines et solutions d’affaires. Pour en savoir plus, visitez: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offre un salaire hebdomadaire, des avantages sociaux y compris des soins médicaux, des soins dentaires et des soins de la vue, ainsi qu’un programme d’aide aux employés et un programme de rabais.

La société souscrit au principe d’égalité d’accès à l’emploi et examinera toutes les candidatures sans tenir compte de la race, du sexe, de l’âge, de la couleur, de la religion, de l’origine nationale, du statut de vétéran, de handicap, de l’orientation sexuelle, de l’identité de genre, de l’information génétique ou de toute autre caractéristique protégée par la loi.

Ordonnance sur l’égalité des chances de San Francisco:
Conformément à l’Ordonnance sur l’égalité des chances de San Francisco, pour tous les postes situés dans la ville et le comté de San Francisco, nous examinerons les candidatures des personnes qualifiées ayant un casier judiciaire ou des antécédents criminels.

Utilisation de l’intelligence artificielle (IA):
Nous pouvons utiliser l’intelligence artificielle (IA) pour soutenir certaines étapes de notre processus d’embauche, notamment la recherche, la présélection et l’évaluation des candidatures. L’IA aide à analyser les candidatures et les qualifications, mais les décisions finales sont prises par notre équipe de recrutement. En soumettant votre candidature, vous reconnaissez et acceptez que celle-ci puisse être examinée à l’aide d’outils d’IA.

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, employee assistance and discount programs.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.