Manufacturing Assembler
First Light Technologies is a fast-growing, award-winning designer and manufacturer of solar-powered outdoor lighting products.
We work with customers globally to make the world a better place by changing how the world does outdoor lighting – easier, more resilient, and less environmentally impactful. Last year alone, our lights avoided the emissions equivalent to driving over 30 million kilometers in a car.
Recent Awards and Accolades:
- Recent recipients of multiple LIT Product Design Awards for the BFL and PLB Series.
- Included on the Globe & Mail list of Top Growing Companies since its inception.
- Five straight years on the Growth 500 list of the fastest-growing companies in Canada.
- Six consecutive years on the Ready to Rocket Cleantech List.
If this sounds like something you’d want to be a part of, we’d love to hear from you. Please submit a resume and cover letter to HR@firstlighttechnologies.com
Job Type: Full-time
Compensation: $50,000 / year plus bonus
Location: Victoria, B.C.
Position Overview
We are looking for a motivated individual to join our production team. You’ll manufacture, test, and ship the world’s smartest and best-performing solar lighting products. This role requires excellent attention to detail, a good work ethic, high energy, and a positive attitude.
Responsibilities
- Perform various tasks, including preparing, cleaning, installing, assembling, testing, soldering, and inspecting electrical and mechanical components on product lines.
- Operate equipment and tools as necessary.
- Adhere to environmental and safety protocols.
- Follow assembly procedures using the provided instructions and specifications.
- Maintain quality documentation and meet production schedules.
- Assist in kitting orders and preparing workstations.
- Support shipping, receiving, sorting, and stocking activities.
- Help maintain warehouse organization.
- Participate in continuous improvement initiatives.
- Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
- Contribute to yearly inventory counts.
- Achieve daily operational goals.
- Perform other duties as needed.
Requirements and Skills
- Detail-oriented with a focus on meeting production targets.
- Experience in production, electromechanical assembly, or shipping.
- Proficient with hand tools and light power tools.
- Ability to work well in a team.
- Familiarity with 5S and Lean Manufacturing.
- Capable of standing for extended periods.
- Previous Manufacturing or Electronics knowledge is preferred.
- Organized, dependable, and reliable.
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong communication and basic math skills.
- Excellent manual dexterity and hand/eye coordination.
- Basic computer proficiency.
- Able to lift up to 30 lbs.
- High school diploma/GED required.
To apply for this exciting opportunity, please send your resume and cover letter in confidence to: HR@firstlighttechnologies.com
We want to thank all applicants for their interest; only those selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls, please.