Experienced Quality Assurance Technician – Waterloo

Grand River Personnel Limited; Waterloo; Sur place; EUR 19 000 - 24 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Grand River Personnel is recruiting an experienced Quality Assurance Technician for a full-time role in WATERLOO, ON. The ideal candidate has hands-on manufacturing QA experience and a commitment to precision, problem-solving and continuous improvement to ensure products meet customer, industry, and internal quality standards.

This role requires 3–5 years of QA experience in manufacturing; it is a full-time role with a rotating 3-shift schedule (days, afternoons, nights) and overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of QA experience in manufacturing required.
• Experience in automotive, metal fabrication, tubing, or precision manufacturing preferred.
• Post-secondary education or formal training in QA, manufacturing engineering, or a related discipline.
• Hands-on experience using precision measuring equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, GD&T, and specifications.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001 quality management systems.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel and electronic quality records.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Rotating 3-shift schedule availability.
• Overtime and weekend availability.

Responsabilités

• Perform first-off, in-process, and final inspections to verify product conformance.
• Conduct dimensional inspections using micrometers, calipers, height gauges, and other inspection tools.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, and technical specifications.
• Identify, document, and communicate quality concerns; contain non-conforming material.
• Complete inspection reports and quality records; support corrective actions.
• Assist with root cause investigations and corrective actions.
• Monitor processes for compliance with ISO 9001 and quality procedures.
• Collaborate with Production, Engineering and Management to resolve quality issues.
• Participate in internal audits and continuous improvement activities.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment.

Connaissances

Quality Assurance mindset

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Safety awareness

Formation

Post-secondary education in QA or related technical discipline

Outils

Micrometers

Vernier calipers

Height gauges

Dial indicators

Gauges

Excel

Description du poste

On behalf of our client, Grand River Personnel is recruiting an experienced Quality Assurance Technician for a full-time opportunity in WATERLOO, ON.

Are you an experienced quality professional who takes pride in precision, problem-solving, and continuous improvement? Our client is looking for a career-minded Quality Assurance Technician with hands‑on manufacturing experience to join their team and help ensure products consistently meet customer, industry, and internal quality standards.

This position requires 3–5 years of relevant Quality Assurance experience in a manufacturing environment. Candidates without applicable QA experience will not be considered – this is not an entry level postion.

This is a FULL-TIME opportunity with potential for long-term employment.

Hours of Work

• Rotating 3-shift schedule: Days, Afternoons & Nights
• Shift rotation every two weeks
• Overtime and occasional weekends as required

Pay Rate: $24.00–$28.00/hr + 4% vacation pay added to each weekly cheque

Responsibilities

• Perform first-off, in-process, and final inspections to verify products meet customer specifications and internal quality standards
• Conduct dimensional inspections using precision measuring equipment, including micrometers, verniers/calipers, height gauges, dial indicators, gauges, and other inspection tools
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, GD&T, and technical specifications
• Identify, document, and communicate quality concerns and ensure non-conforming material is properly contained
• Complete accurate inspection reports, quality records, and production documentation
• Assist with root cause investigations and corrective and preventive actions
• Monitor manufacturing processes for compliance with quality procedures, customer requirements, and ISO 9001 standards
• Work closely with Production, Engineering, and Management to resolve quality issues and improve processes
• Participate in internal audits, continuous improvement initiatives, and quality system activities
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment in accordance with company health and safety procedures

Requirements

• 3–5 years of Quality Assurance experience in a manufacturing environment is required
• Experience in automotive, metal fabrication, tubing, or precision manufacturing is strongly preferred
• Post-secondary education or formal training in Quality Assurance, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related technical discipline
• Strong hands‑on experience using micrometers, verniers/calipers, height gauges, dial indicators, gauges, and other precision measuring equipment
• Proven ability to read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, GD&T, and customer specifications
• Experience performing first-off, in-process, and final inspections
• Working knowledge of ISO 9001 quality management systems and quality documentation
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to investigate quality issues and support corrective actions
• Proficient with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, and comfortable working with electronic quality records and manufacturing software
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively with Production, Engineering, and Management
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to prioritize competing demands in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment
• Reliable and flexible with the ability to work a rotating 3‑shift schedule, changing every two weeks
• Available for overtime and occasional weekends as required
• Strong commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement

Please do not apply if you do not have the required Quality Assurance experience. This is an experienced‑level position.

Grand River Personnel is committed to promoting accessibility for Ontarians with disabilities and complying with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, and makes accommodations available for applicants with disabilities in its recruitment processes. When an applicant for employment is chosen to participate in an assessment and/or the selection process, reasonable accommodations are available upon request in relation to the materials or processes to be used.

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