Production (SMT & Assembly Operations), Senior Manager

Toradex

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About The Position

We are an engineering and manufacturing company based in Toronto, specializing in [briefly add your products/industry: e.g., “high‑reliability electronic assemblies for industrial and OEM customers”]. We are looking for a Senior Manager, SMT & Assembly Operations to lead our Surface Mount Technology (SMT) lines and Assembly team.
In this role, you will own day‑to‑day operations for SMT and Assembly, lead a cross-functional team of supervisors/technicians/operators, and drive continuous improvement in throughput, quality, and cost. You will be a key member of the operations leadership team and a partner to Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and Sales..

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations Management, or a related field; A diploma combined with strong relevant experience will also be considered.
• 8+ years of experience in electronics manufacturing, with 3–5+ years in a leadership/management role.
• Good understanding in of the SMT production line process (e.g., screen printers, pick‑and‑place machines, reflow ovens, AOI) and Assembly operations.
• Proven track record leading teams in a high‑mix/low-to-mid‑volume environment.
• Demonstrated experience improving OTD, quality, and cost through Lean/CI initiatives.
• Strong knowledge of SMT processes, PCB assembly, and related quality standards.
• Understanding of mechanical assembly, box‑build, and system integration processes.
• Familiarity with production planning and scheduling, ERP/MRP systems, and shop‑floor data collection.
• Experience interpreting engineering drawings, BOMs, and work instructions.
• Experience with manufacturing dashboards/KPIs.
• Strong people leadership skills with the ability to motivate and coach diverse teams.
• Excellent problem‑solving and decision‑making skills; comfortable working with data and KPIs.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Highly organized, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
• Collaborative mindset, able to work cross‑functionally with Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and Sales.

Responsibilities

• Lead end‑to‑end operations for two SMT lines and downstream Assembly (mechanical and electro‑mechanical) and being hands-on in daily activities.
• Ensure production plans and customer delivery commitments are met (OTD, lead time, throughput).
• Develop and manage daily/weekly production schedules in collaboration with Operations.
• Monitor key production metrics (yield, scrap, rework, uptime, changeover time) and take corrective action where needed.
• Ensure effective handoff and coordination between SMT, AOI/inspection, test, and final assembly.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the team of approximately 15 people.
• Set clear goals and expectations; provide regular feedback, coaching, and annual performance reviews.
• Build a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement on the shop floor.
• Drive cross‑training and skills development to increase flexibility and reduce single‑point dependencies.
• Organize workforce planning, recruitment, onboarding, and succession planning.
• Partner closely with Operations and Engineering to maintain and improve first-pass yield and reduce defects, escapes, and rework.
• Experience with relevant standards (e.g., IPC‑A‑610, ISO 9001, customer-specific requirements) and internal procedures.
• Support and lead root cause analysis and corrective/preventive actions (RCA, 8D, 5 Whys, fishbone, etc.).
• Experience in good manufacturing practices (GMP), ESD control, and proper handling of components and assemblies.
• Support internal and external audits and customer visits as the operations lead.
• Drive continuous improvement, incl. using initiatives like Lean, Kaizen, and others.
• Optimize line setup, changeover, and balancing to maximize throughput and minimize downtime.
• Evaluate and implement new equipment, tools, and technologies for SMT and Assembly.
• Help standardizing work instructions, process parameters, and best practices across lines and shifts.
• Ensure a safe working environment and reinforce adherence to all health & safety policies and regulations.
• Conduct regular safety walks, risk assessments, and incident investigations as needed.
• Partner with Facilities/Maintenance to ensure equipment uptime, preventive maintenance, and quick response to breakdowns.
• Contribute to annual budgeting for labor, equipment, and operational expenses for SMT and Assembly.
• Manage labor utilization and overtime to meet production goals within budget.
• Prepare and present regular reports on KPIs (OTD, yield, scrap, productivity, etc.) to senior leadership.
• Identify cost‑reduction opportunities while maintaining or improving quality and delivery.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance‑based bonus.
• Comprehensive benefits package (health, dental, vision, etc.).
• RRSP/retirement contributions (adjust as applicable).
• Opportunities for career growth and professional development.
• A collaborative environment where operations, engineering, and manufacturing work closely together to deliver high‑quality products.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior