Associate Quality Assurance/Quality Control Coordinator

Hitachi Vantara Corporation; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in Toronto is looking for a Sr. Quality Assurance Engineer to oversee quality management on projects. The candidate must have a degree in Civil, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering, strong risk analysis skills, and the ability to communicate effectively in English. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement savings plan

Flexible work programs

Qualifications

• Proven experience in quality assurance processes and methodologies.
• Ability to analyze and mitigate risks on projects.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.

Responsibilities

• Cooperate with customers on quality issues and ensure resolution actions.
• Lead implementation of quality processes across projects.
• Perform audits and ensure corrective actions are taken.

Skills

Quality Assurance

Risk Analysis

Project Management

Data Analytics

Education

Civil/Mechanical/Electrical Engineering Degree

Job description

Overview

Hitachi Rail STS USA is looking for an enthusiastic self-motivated Sr. Quality Assurance Engineer who thrives in a fast-paced environment. This position is based in Toronto, Canada.

Accountabilities

Supports the project management team regarding all quality related issues on projects to support achievement of objectives in terms of quality, supplier & subcontractor quality, and customer satisfaction. Leads the implementation, maturity assessment and improvement of all processes along the entire value chain to improve customer satisfaction and increase profitability in a safe working environment across the project.

Responsibilities

• Cooperate with the customer on Project Quality issues and ensure ownership of actions to resolve them. Enable and coach all project team members to evaluate risks, problems and solutions from a quality and customer/stakeholder point of view.
• Analyze transferability of experience between projects and plan Quality Assurance activities to reduce risks. Collaborate with the project team to develop schedules, estimates, forecasts, and budgets for quality activities.
• Apply project quality procedures and plans and ensure appropriate implementation and compliance from the project team.
• Certify effective internal controls system (project, supply, site) is in place to verify that processes meet customer and stakeholder requirements, validating that control plans are applied and effective in mitigating prioritized risks.
• Perform audits on project delivery and ensure the use of Quality data analytics to identify risks, failures and nonconformances. Ensure corrective and preventive actions are taken and closed.
• Professional level responsibilities (P2) include independent work with general supervision and influencing others within the job area through explanation of facts, policies and practices.

Education

Civil/Mechanical/Electrical Engineering University Degree or Equivalent Technical Background. Ontario P.Eng highly desirable.

Languages

Written and verbal English communication skills.

Other Requirements

Clear Background (Criminal) Check.

Benefits

Hitachi Rail employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including competitive pay, medical, dental and vision insurance, long term disability, life & accident insurance, a retirement savings plan, and paid vacation. We also offer a number of work/life programs such as flextime and a variety of training and development opportunities.

EEO Statement

Hitachi Rail is an equal opportunity employer. We value differences in background, age, gender, sexuality, family status, disability, race, nationality, ethnicity, religion, and worldview.