Production (SMT & Assembly Operations), Senior Manager

Toradex is a global company strongly focused on engineering & technology. We’re powered by a diverse & uniquely gifted workforce. We pursue the best people to propel our innovative vision of embedded computing and IoT. If you’re interested in being a driving force at an agile technology company, engineering clever computing solutions & helping other companies bring their products to life, we should talk.

About the role

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..

Key Responsibilities:

Operational Leadership

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Lead end‑to‑end operations for two SMT lines and downstream Assembly (mechanical and electro‑mechanical) and being hands-on in daily activities.

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Ensure production plans and customer delivery commitments are met (OTD, lead time, throughput).

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Develop and manage daily/weekly production schedules in collaboration with Operations.

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Monitor key production metrics (yield, scrap, rework, uptime, changeover time) and take corrective action where needed.

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Ensure effective handoff and coordination between SMT, AOI/inspection, test, and final assembly.

People Leadership

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Lead, mentor, and develop the team of approximately 15 people.

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Set clear goals and expectations; provide regular feedback, coaching, and annual performance reviews.

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Build a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement on the shop floor.

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Drive cross‑training and skills development to increase flexibility and reduce single‑point dependencies.

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Organize workforce planning, recruitment, onboarding, and succession planning.

Quality & Compliance

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Partner closely with Operations and Engineering to maintain and improve first-pass yield and reduce defects, escapes, and rework.

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Experience with relevant standards (e.g., IPC‑A‑610, ISO 9001, customer-specific requirements) and internal procedures.

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Support and lead root cause analysis and corrective/preventive actions (RCA, 8D, 5 Whys, fishbone, etc.).

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Experience in good manufacturing practices (GMP), ESD control, and proper handling of components and assemblies.

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Support internal and external audits and customer visits as the operations lead.

Continuous Improvement & Engineering Support

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Drive continuous improvement, incl. using initiatives like Lean, Kaizen, and others.

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Optimize line setup, changeover, and balancing to maximize throughput and minimize downtime.

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Evaluate and implement new equipment, tools, and technologies for SMT and Assembly.

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Help standardizing work instructions, process parameters, and best practices across lines and shifts.

Safety & Facilities

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Ensure a safe working environment and reinforce adherence to all health & safety policies and regulations.

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Conduct regular safety walks, risk assessments, and incident investigations as needed.

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Partner with Facilities/Maintenance to ensure equipment uptime, preventive maintenance, and quick response to breakdowns.

Budget & Reporting

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Contribute to annual budgeting for labor, equipment, and operational expenses for SMT and Assembly.

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Manage labor utilization and overtime to meet production goals within budget.

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Prepare and present regular reports on KPIs (OTD, yield, scrap, productivity, etc.) to senior leadership.

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Identify cost‑reduction opportunities while maintaining or improving quality and delivery.

Qualifications:

Education

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Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations Management, or a related field;

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A diploma combined with strong relevant experience will also be considered.

Experience

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8+ years of experience in electronics manufacturing, with 3–5+ years in a leadership/management role.

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Good understanding in of the SMT production line process (e.g., screen printers, pick‑and‑place machines, reflow ovens, AOI) and Assembly operations.

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Proven track record leading teams in a high‑mix/low‑to‑mid‑volume environment.

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Demonstrated experience improving OTD, quality, and cost through Lean/CI initiatives.

Technical Skills

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Strong knowledge of SMT processes, PCB assembly, and related quality standards.

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Understanding of mechanical assembly, box‑build, and system integration processes.

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Familiarity with production planning and scheduling, ERP/MRP systems, and shop‑floor data collection.

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Experience interpreting engineering drawings, BOMs, and work instructions.

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Experience with manufacturing dashboards/KPIs.

Leadership & Soft Skills

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Strong people leadership skills with the ability to motivate and coach diverse teams.

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Excellent problem‑solving and decision‑making skills; comfortable working with data and KPIs.

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Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.

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Highly organized, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.

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Collaborative mindset, able to work cross‑functionally with Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and Sales.

What We Offer

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Competitive salary and performance‑based bonus.

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Comprehensive benefits package (health, dental, vision, etc.).

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RRSP/retirement contributions (adjust as applicable).

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Opportunities for career growth and professional development.

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A collaborative environment where operations, engineering, and manufacturing work closely together to deliver high‑quality products.

Toradex is a leader in embedded computing, serving innovative products to industrial, medical, automotive & IoT companies creating feature-rich & intelligent systems for demanding applications, e.g. supercars, self-driving tractors, patient monitoring systems – to name a few.

We provide effective & robust embedded computing solutions and strive for the best development experience in the industry with a focus on intelligent hardware design, innovative software solutions & free comprehensive support. Our relationship with our customers ensures that we all succeed and it allows us to participate in the realization of incredible new products. Our products are directly sold to more than 3'000 industrial customers in over 70 different countries worldwide.

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