Bilingual Quality Assurance Inspector

SGS; Montreal; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global inspection and certification company in Montreal seeks a Manufacturing Supervisor. The role involves supervising production, ensuring compliance with technical specs, and coordinating with clients. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or metallurgy, along with 5-10 years of supervisory experience. This position offers a mix of remote and on-site work, along with competitive benefits.

Benefits

Equal Opportunity Employer

Remote work flexibility

Health & Safety policies

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of supervisory experience in a factory.
• Ability to read and follow work instructions safely and accurately.
• Must be able to work independently and with others.

Responsibilities

• Supervise the manufacturing of components to ensure compliance.
• Coordinate actions with clients and suppliers.
• Perform quality inspections and prepare reports.

Skills

Visual Inspection

Welding Inspection

Project Management

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or metallurgy

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

We are SGS – the world's leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for sustainability, quality and integrity. Our 99,600 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world.

Job Description

Reporting to the Operation Manager, the incumbent will be responsible for supervising the manufacturing of different components to ensure compliance with technical drawings, client specifications and applicable standards according to SGS procedures. The incumbent will perform various tasks related to the supervision of manufacturing processes, such as progress reports, witness testing, welding, dimensional, pre‑shipment, and loading inspections on a short-, medium-, and long‑term basis.

Specific responsibilities

• Perform tasks specified by his/her supervisor and/or department coordinator.
• Identify and analyse customer needs.
• Plan and prepare work to be completed onsite at the client’s location (documents, equipment).
• Ensure that all equipment necessary is in proper working condition and that the calibration is still valid.
• Consult with clients and/or suppliers to obtain information required for carrying out the work.
• Coordinate actions with the client and/or supplier with regards to the manufacturer’s project schedule.
• Ensure that onsite work completed at the client’s location is consistent with the mandate, is completed on time and is conducted in a professional manner with meticulous attention to detail in order to provide excellent service.
• Review quality plans provided by manufacturers and their subcontractors.
• Review purchase orders intended for suppliers.
• Review technical specifications.
• Review test reports.
• Verify the implementation of quality plans and applicable procedures.
• Verify manufacturing compliance with drawings and technical specifications.
• Perform visual and dimensional welding inspections according to the criteria specified in the quote.
• Verify actual work progress.
• Communicate with the client when requested by the manager and/or supervisor.
• Complete the necessary quality forms related to monitoring or inspection work.
• Ensure that suppliers issue a non‑conformance report and send it to the client if non‑conformance is identified.
• Notify the client should non‑conformance be identified at a work site.
• Prepare non‑conformance reports and forward them to the manufacturer when non‑conformance is identified.
• Participate in factory meetings when manufacturing quality is on the agenda.
• Witness manufacturing testing and trial assemblies.
• Prepare clear and concise reports within the prescribed time frames (usually 24 hours after completion).
• Perform administrative tasks such as data entry, filing and photocopying documents and issuing certificates, complete special projects.

Qualifications

• Visual Inspector (Level 1, 2, or 3)
• 50% remote work, 50% on‑site (Greater Montreal area, South Shore of Montreal, and Quebec)

PROFILE

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or metallurgy, or a college degree combined with significant and relevant experience may be considered as equivalent.
• Experience: Five (5) to ten (10) years of supervisory experience in a factory.

Specific technical skills:

• W178.2 Welding Inspector Level I or II or III certified
• The following skills are considered as important assets: Knowledge of machining, certified as a NACE coating inspector, Qualified in non‑destructive testing, ASME qualified (National Board, Authorized Inspection, Authorized Inspector Supervisor) and/or API qualified (510 – Pressure Vessels Inspector, 570 – Piping inspector or 936 – Refractory Inspector);
• Knowledge of materials processing techniques.
• Must be able to read, understand and follow work instructions in a safe, accurate and timely manner.
• Candidates must be proficient in using various types of computer software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint & Outlook).
• Proven ability to manage and coordinate multiple projects in a fast‑paced, highly professional environment.
• Candidates must demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills including grammar and composition.
• Ability to work well with others & independently.
• Proven time management skills and a strong attention to detail.
• Works well under pressure.
• Extended hours and shift work may be required from time to time.
• Travel to other SGS locations or client locations may be required from time to time.
• Ensures full compliance with the company’s Health & Safety, Code of Integrity, and Professional Conduct policies.

Additional Information

SGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such we recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, Indigenous status, or any other characteristics protected by law.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.

This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts the company’s rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Accommodations are available on request for qualified candidates during each stage of the recruitment process.

Please note that candidates applying for Canadian job openings should be authorized to work in Canada.