Quality Engineering Specialist

Johnson Electric • Hamilton, ON

1d • CA$80,000 - CA$100,000 • Onsite

About The Position

As our next Quality Engineering Specialist, you’ll be at the forefront of ensuring product and process quality while driving continuous improvement across manufacturing operations. Your expertise in automotive quality systems, supplier quality, and problem-solving will be essential to maintaining high standards and delivering customer satisfaction.

Requirements

• Degree or diploma in Engineering, Applied Science, or related field
• Experience in manufacturing and automotive quality environments
• Strong knowledge of quality tools and methodologies (FMEA, SPC, DOE, PPAP, problem-solving)
• Experience with supplier quality and supply chain quality management
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively across all levels of the organization
• Strong sense of accountability, urgency, and results orientation

Nice To Haves

• Experience leading or mentoring quality teams
• Experience working directly with customers on quality performance
• Experience implementing continuous improvement initiatives
• Knowledge of advanced quality systems and automotive processes
• Experience with error-proofing and statistical process control systems

Responsibilities

• Lead and support continuous improvement initiatives across production cells
• Drive root cause analysis and resolution of customer, supplier, and internal quality issues
• Coach and support Quality Technicians to ensure compliance with quality standards
• Develop and maintain cell-level quality systems including Control Plans, SPC, inspection records, and work instructions
• Manage supplier quality processes including PPAP review, approvals, and corrective actions
• Track and resolve supplier non-conformances and ensure timely closure of corrective actions
• Collaborate with supplier quality engineers (SQEs) and customers to ensure alignment of quality requirements
• Establish and manage operator reaction plans for quality issues
• Review and approve PPAP submissions prior to customer submission
• Ensure compliance with quality and environmental standards (IATF 16949, ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001)
• Manage and track quality alerts and ensure proper documentation and closure
• Support cross-functional teams to improve overall product quality and process performance

Benefits

• Flexible working hours and policies that support a healthy work-life balance
• Programs that recognize and reward employee achievements and contributions
• Opportunities to participate in community service and corporate social responsibility initiatives
• Access to state-of-the-art facilities and innovation hubs that foster creativity and development
• Competitive pay and benefits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree