Supplier Quality and Development Engineer
About The Position
GrizzlyTrek is seeking one Supplier Quality and Development Engineer to join our value-added client's team in Montreal, Quebec. This is a full-time contract role supporting the Aeroderivative Gas Turbine (AGT) Core Engine business, with strong potential to convert to a permanent position. In this role you will work alongside a global, multi-cultural supplier quality team to address non-conformances, drive continuous improvement, and uphold our value-added client's quality standards. You will engage directly with suppliers, lead structured problem-solving efforts, and help shape supplier performance across the Core Engine commodity portfolio.
Requirements
- Solid background in Engineering, R&D, or manufacturing (degree-qualified or time-served).
- Demonstrated experience as a self-starter handling supplier quality issues from beginning to end.
- Knowledge of inspection methodologies and capability assessment.
- Knowledge of drawing interpretation, including Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
- Proficiency in quality methods: 5 Whys, FMEA, 8D, and Root Cause Analysis (RCA).
- Familiarity with Quality Management Systems such as ISO 9001, Supplier Quality Management (SQM), and quality control routines.
- Strong interpersonal and presentation skills across all levels of the business.
- Proven ability to manage multiple problem investigations simultaneously.
- Willingness to travel approximately 20% as part of the role.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in gas turbine blade or vane machining, casting, or surface coating technology.
- Experience working in a global, multi-cultural environment with strong cultural awareness.
- Strong IT skills, including Excel and data manipulation.
- Demonstrated initiative and diplomacy when navigating complex supplier situations.
Responsibilities
- Engage with suppliers to resolve process-related issues, including non-conformance management and containment.
- Oversee supplier quality performance, including corrective and preventive actions.
- Initiate quality improvement programs, initiatives, and risk mitigation measures.
- Continuously monitor and report supplier quality performance, contributing to KPIs and communicating risks.
- Support Product and Process Qualifications (PPQ) and ensure suppliers adhere to the client's Quality Management Processes and tools.
- Lead structured problem-solving activities using 8D, RCA, 5 Whys, and FMEA methodologies.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to uphold quality standards and foster strong supplier relationships.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation based on experience and qualifications.
- Opportunities for overtime based on operational requirements.
- Life insurance: $100,000 employee, $10,000 spouse, $5,000 per child.
- AD&D insurance with critical illness and cancer coverage.
- Extended health care: drugs, hospital, hearing, orthotics, and nursing.
- Paramedical services: chiropractic, physiotherapy, massage, and mental health (annual coverage).
- Vision care: glasses, contacts, laser surgery, and exams.
- Dental care: 80% basic ($2,500), 50% major ($2,500), and $2,500 orthodontics for children.
- Travel insurance: up to $5,000,000 per incident (trips up to 90 days).
- Ongoing training and career development support.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
