Team Lead, SMT (Afternoon Shift)

Blackline Safety•Calgary, AB

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

Our team at Blackline Safety is growing! As a people-driven technology company, with a mission to make sure every worker returns home safely, we drive innovation, practice resiliency, demonstrate leadership, go the extra mile for our customers, and empower our people to be their best. Reporting to the Production Manager, the Team Lead, SMT is responsible for the products manufactured on the SMT (Surface Mount Technology) line. This position takes a lead role in providing guidance to SMT Operators on process improvement, best-practice set up, quality assurance, along with ensuring standard SMT processes have been adhered to and acting as a point of escalation for quality concerns. Work Schedule: Afternoon shift, Monday to Friday, 3:00 PM – 11:30 PM.

Requirements

High school diploma required, technical diploma preferred.
Minimum 5 years of previous SMT operator experience with supervisory or team lead responsibilities.
Ability to read and interpret Bills of Material (BOM) and manufacturing process instructions accurately.
Strong knowledge of SMT component packages, types, and industry-standard markings.
In-depth understanding of IPC-610 standards for electronic assembly quality and workmanship.
Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word for documentation, reporting, and data management.
Familiarity with inventory management and ERP systems for production tracking.
Mechanically inclined with exceptional attention to detail and precision.
Solid understanding of Lean Manufacturing principles to drive efficiency and waste reduction.
Excellent written and verbal English communication skills.
Proven leadership abilities and team collaboration mindset.
Positive attitude focused on achieving high production volumes and quality standards.

Responsibilities

Operate SMT machines and related production equipment efficiently and safely.
Schedule and delegate staff assignments and workloads to optimize team performance.
Update daily production charts and perform routine audits to verify adherence to standard operating procedures.
Train new SMT operators on processes, equipment, and safety protocols.
Attend meetings to address major issues, concerns, or production escalations.
Assume partial SMT Technologist duties during technologist absences.
Contribute to developing and refining standard operating procedures.
Lead problem-solving sessions to identify and resolve line efficiency and quality issues.
Monitor hourly/daily productivity metrics to ensure company targets are met.
Escalate quality concerns as needed, including authority to stop the line when required.
Maintain equipment and perform scheduled preventive maintenance tasks.