Supplier Quality Assurance Specialist / Coordinator Job

Employer: ANDRITZ Canada Inc.
Position: Supplier Quality Assurance Specialist / Coordinator
Terms of Employment: Full-time / Permanent
Location: Peterborough & Brantford, Ontario
Employment Addresses:
• 100 Jameson Drive, Peterborough, Ontario K9J 6X6
• 45 Roy Blvd., Brantford, Ontario N3R 7K1
• Remote work available
Hours of Work: 40 hours/week
Language: English
Benefits: Eligible for discretionary bonuses and/or salary increases in accordance with company policy. Eligible for Group Insurance Benefits including life insurance, disability insurance, dental and extended health benefits and a defined contribution pension plan. Hybrid work mode is available and performance share plan, Employee assistance program and Individualized training/ career plan.
Existing Vacancy: This posting reflects an ongoing opportunity for future openings
Salary: $95,000 – 120,000 per annum

Contact: Please send resumes to [email protected] and include “Supplier Quality Assurance Specialist / Coordinator” in the email subject line.

As the first equipment manufacturer in Canada and a world leader in the design of hydroelectric turbines, Andritz Hydro Canada has more than 170 years of know-how.

In a context of world energy transition, our hydroelectric innovation projects make sense. From design to construction, our innovative team of experts offers turnkey solutions. By joining Andritz Hydro Canada, you will be contributing to the development of sustainable technology, a clean future, and the maintenance of a proud Canadian’s expertise.

Job Description:
The Supplier Quality Assurance Specialist / Coordinator will join our Quality, Health, Safety & Environment (QHSE) team. Using engineering and procurement documentation, project specifications, and inspection and test plans, you will supervise the implementation of client quality requirements and standards to ensure that manufactured hydroelectric components/equipment are following Andritz’ high-quality standards. This position is geared towards long-term career development within our organization.

Duties:
• Analyze ordering specifications, technical documents, industrial designs, inspection and test plans, and ensure that these documents give a complete and accurate description of Andritz’ compliance requirements to suppliers;
• Through inspection and monitoring, track the implementation of procedures and inspection and test plans (ITP);
• Supervise inspections and client hold points;
• Manage quality compilations/reports (Quality Reports);
• Follow up on supplier non-compliance and the implementation of corrective or preventive actions;
• Perform in-depth analysis of critical non-compliance (8D – Root Cause Analysis);
• Actively participate in supplier/sub-supplier qualification through quality audits, and participate in client audits as needed;
• Support the development of control tools or procedures, and quality assurance;
• Participate in design reviews with suppliers;
• Perform inspections for critical components in suppliers;
• Frequent national & international Travel minimum fifty (50%) of work schedule.

Requirements:
• Degree or diploma in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering or technical degree in metallurgical/mechanical or another relevant field;
• Completion of a two- or three-year college program or equivalent in industrial engineering technology, manufacturing technology or a related discipline is usually required for industrial engineering or manufacturing technologists.
• Completion of a one- or two-year college program in industrial engineering technology or in a related discipline is usually required for industrial engineering or manufacturing technicians.
• Minimum of five (5) years’ experience in Quality Assurance and Control, ideally in hydro turbine & generators;
• Basic knowledge of ISO 9001, CWB, ASME or other standards, is an asset;
• Knowledge of common inspection tools (Vernier, micrometre, etc.) is required;
• Knowledge of automated measuring methods (FARO/laser tracker/CMM, etc.) is an asset;
• Ability to read mechanical or other drawings is an asset;
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint);
• Effective communication skills (with internal and external clients);
• Totally available to travel both within and outside Canada;
• Functional in English (spoken and written);
• Excellent work ethics;
• Education or knowledge in health and security an asset.
*Legal status to work in Canada is required.

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