Company Overview:
Matrix Design Graphics Ltd. (MDG) is Canada’s leading custom manufacturer and distributor of Graphic Annunciator Panels and specialty enclosures for the commercial fire alarm detection industry. For 37 years, MDG has partnered with fire alarm manufacturers across the country, engineering innovative, reliable, and fully customized solutions that support life safety in commercial environments.
Our team takes pride in delivering A+ quality, industry‑leading craftsmanship, and responsive service to customers nationwide. At MDG, you’ll join a group of people who enjoy what they do, collaborate closely, and bring creativity and precision to every project. We work hard, have fun, and build products that genuinely make a difference in protecting lives and property.
Job Overview:
Matrix Design Graphics is seeking an experienced, organized, and hands-on Senior Electronics Technician / Production Team Lead to join our team.
This role is ideal for someone who is an electronic technologist and enjoys mechanical assembly, mechanical design, production systems, and inventory management. Working alongside our production team, you'll take ownership of day-to-day manufacturing operations, provide leadership and mentorship to the team, and ensure projects are completed efficiently and to the highest quality standards.
We're looking for someone who is accountable, detail-oriented, and communicates clearly in English. As a key member of our team, you'll play an important role in supporting management, driving continuous improvement, and helping lead our manufacturing operations for continued growth.
Minimum Requirements:
Holds a diploma in electrical engineering, electronics or mechatronics from an accredited Canadian institution
You can legally work in Canada. If you are not currently authorized to work in Canada, your job application will not be considered
- Extensive experience as an electronics technician in a manufacturing or production environment.
- Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
- Leadership experience or a desire to step into a team lead role.
- The ability to establish priorities, improve workflows, and keep projects moving.
- A commitment to quality, accountability, and continuous improvement.
- Excellent English communication skills, both written and verbal.
- A positive attitude and willingness to work alongside the team
- Excellent time management, prioritization skills, and attention to detail
Able to:
- Lift heavy objects up to 50 lbs
- Understand both imperial and metric units of measure
- Manual dexterity: attention to detail, excellent hand-eye coordination
- Ability to distinguish between colours
- Combination of sitting, standing, walking, climbing stairs
- Keep an organized and efficient work area
Qualifications & Responsibilities
Ability to read and understand assembly documentation including electronic schematics, specifications, and assembly instructions
Manual assembly of electronic components; install, mount, fasten, align, and adjust parts on fire alarm enclosures.
Wire components; point to point wiring, crimping, completing harnesses to subassemblies to build active display fire alarm active graphics and other products - see company website for examples of our work
Perform hand soldering and rework of all TH and SMT components, assemblies and custom parts
Inspect, trouble shoot & ensure electronic components and assemblies meet design requirements and are 100% compliant
Proficient with hand & mechanical power tools; panel saw, metal chop saw, pneumatic tools, jigs
Final assembly and packaging of completed orders to ship to customers
Design experience with AutoCAD to design in 2D
Fluent in the Microsoft Office Suite & working knowledge of an inventory ERP system - QuickBooks Premier, Manufacturing & Wholesale edition
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $28.00-$35.00 per hour
Expected hours: 37.5 – 40.0 per week
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Flexible schedule
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
Education:
- AEC / DEP or Skilled Trade Certificate (required)
Experience:
- Manufacturing: 5 years (required)
Location:
- Vancouver, BC V6P 6R9 (required)
Work Location: In person
