Job Title: Quality Engineer, Junior - 8 month contract
Job Summary
The Junior Quality Engineer works with production and engineering teams to maintain high quality standards by designing inspection procedures, developing control plans, and guiding problem-solving. They also handle PPAP documentation, ensure compliance, and address quality concerns with customers and suppliers.
Responsibility
Assist with creating and managing essential quality documents, such as Process Control Plans, Work Instructions, Gauge Instructions, etc.
Support the training of production employees on new products, including the use of gauges, fixtures, and inspection procedures.
Help address and resolve customer concerns, which may involve preparing presentations or reports.
Contribute to the completion of Customer Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) packages.
Participate in meetings to help identify root cause and assist in implementing corrective actions for quality issues.
Help manage the corrective action process and maintain the Customer/Supplier Concern Log.
Assist with developing PPAP submissions from suppliers.
Collaborate with core team on ongoing continuous improvement initiatives.
Assist Quality Assurance team to ensure compliance with customer requirements and quality system.
Support the completion of dimensional reports, capability studies and measurement systems analysis.
Perform internal/external audits as per internal audit requirements. Audits are inclusive of LPA, system audits and manufacturing process audits.
Work with various departments to help resolve manufacturing issues and improve processes.
Ensure compliance with Customer Specific Requirements.
Academic/Educational Requirements
Post Secondary bachelor’s degree in engineering in relevant field (Manufacturing, Quality, Industrial).
Required Skills/Experience
Minimum 6 months of experience in the Quality Assurance department within the automotive industry in a similar role. Familiar with ISO13485 / ISO9001 quality standards Working knowledge of APQP, PPAP, PCP, PFMEA,8D, MSA, GD&T, Gauge R&R and metrology. Ability to interpret standards and customer requirements to ensure compliance. Intermediate ability to read and interpret blueprint drawings and GD&T symbols. Familiarity with Statistical Process Control (SPC) concepts and able to drive data driven process improvements. Basic understanding of metallurgical principles. Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to create and deliver presentations. Ability to prepare quality assurance reports detailing manufacturing issues, corrective actions, and preventative measures. Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook. Ability to learn new software applications.
What Linamar Has to Offer
Competitive Compensation
Employee Benefits package includes but not limited to, Drug, Dental & Vision etc.
Opportunities for career advancement.
Sustainability Counsel
Community based outreach supporting both local and global initiatives and charities.
Discounts for local vendors and events, including auto supplier discounts.
About Us
Linamar Corporation is a Canadian-founded global manufacturer, renowned for its advanced engineering and innovative product development across diverse industries and markets. Our journey started in 1966 under the visionary leadership of our founder, and today, we remain committed to cultivating a culture of innovation and collaboration.
With access to state-of-the-art tools and resources, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact alongside a team of driven and passionate professionals. Join us and be part of a company where innovation, collaboration, and growth are at the heart of everything we do.
Linamar is committed to promoting accessible recruitment as outlined in the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Linamar will attempt to accommodate persons with a disability in an appropriate and effective manner throughout all stages of the recruitment process. Accommodations will be provided upon request.