Quality Engineer, Junior

Linamar Corporation • Guelph, ON

23h

About The Position

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.

Requirements

• Minimum 6 months of experience in the Quality Assurance department within the automotive industry in a similar role.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation
• Employee Benefits package includes but not limited to, Drug, Dental & Vision etc.
• Opportunities for career advancement.
• Discounts for local vendors and events, including auto supplier discounts.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level