QA Engineering Specialist

The Quality Engineering Specialist will develop, implement, and maintain safe and quality standards. This role will recommend and implement improvements to production processes, procedures, and controls. This individual will follow the Green Belting Quality System at the factory and use Lean techniques for quality improvement. The role will identify best practices, processes, and standard work to integrate into Green Belting’s quality strategy to ensure consistent, high-quality results. This role requires an active presence on the floor, working hands in hands with machine operators and productions supervisors to implement actions.

Primary Responsibilities and Duties

1. Ensure utilization of quality system procedures and processes to maintain high standards of quality and reliability.
2. Perform quality tests during production to identify and correct any work-in-progress issues.
3. Develop operation manuals and training materials outlining operation processes.
4. Ensure Green Belting quality standards for raw materials and products produced.
5. Monitor the production and machinery to ensure quality.
6. Responsible for the formulation of the testing procedures for quality checks.
7. Develop/revise quality standards and standard work.
8. Work with plants to put in place preventive measures to mitigate the risk of defects.
9. Conduct internal audits and initiate corrective actions.
10. Collect data, analyze, and report on the performance of quality systems at the factory level.
11. Record quality test results and present.
12. Prepare and maintain work instructions, setup instructions, and other related process documentation for shop floor use.
13. Perform continuous improvement activities using lean tools for cost reduction, quality improvement, improved efficiency, and improved material flow.
14. Assist with defect, rework, and scrap reduction related to the manufacturing processes.
15. Investigate customer claims related to quality issues, identify root causes for defects, and define corrective actions.
16. Send written communications to customers to follow-up on claims and provide updates on action plans implementation.
17. Coordinate internal data collection across all departments and manage all conformity documents required for ISO audits.
18. Assist QA & RD Director by attending ISO certification audit meetings and presentations with external auditors.

Work Conditions

Salary: Between 55 K$ to 60 K$ depending on experience and profile.
Afternoon Shift: 3 pm to 11 pm, Monday to Friday - 40 hours per week.
Benefits: Paid Sick Days, Employer Paid Comprehensive Group Benefit Plan – Life/AD&D/LTD/ Extended Health/Dental/Health Care Spending Account, Group RRSP with Employer Match.

Experience and Skills

1. A minimum of 4 years Quality Assurance experience in an ISO manufacturing environment.
2. Prior experience in managing claims communication is a strong asset.
3. College Degree/University Diploma in Quality Assurance, Quality Control, or Chemical Engineering.
4. Understanding of Quality Assurance terms, tools, and methodologies as well as production technologies and systems.
5. Computer Proficiency: Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite programs (including databases) to produce documents, reports, and presentations.
6. Analytical Skills.
7. Strong oral and written communication skills.
8. Attention to Detail.
9. Team-oriented.
10. Previous experience with MRP system or ERP system.

About Us

Green Belting Industries (Member of the Ammega Group) is a leader in Teflon / PTFE product quality and service excellence for quality tapes and belts. Our core mission is to fully enable the most dedicated, knowledgeable, and creative team in the industry so that we remain the leading innovator in PTFE. We cultivate passion for R&D, internal talents, tradition of fabrication, and technical expertise to excel in management performance and operational efficiency in order to deliver enduring value to our customers.

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Green Belting Industries is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, protected veterans status, or any other legally protected factors. We foster an inclusive and accessible environment and are committed to providing support to applicants and employees with disabilities.