First Piece Inspector

Strategic Therapy Associates Inc; Pointe-Claire; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Paid sick leave

Comprehensive benefits

Telemedicine access

RRSP

Monthly team performance bonuses

Employee referral program

Safety equipment provided

Job summary

Leesta is seeking a detail-oriented first-piece inspector to join the Quality Team. You will inspect and approve first-machined parts before production, using CMMs and precision tools to verify dimensions against drawings and documentation.

The role requires a technical machining diploma, 2+ years in a similar role, and familiarity with GD&T. Day shift, bilingual English/French is an asset, with comprehensive benefits and training opportunities.

Qualifications

• Technical diploma in machining techniques or equivalent
• Minimum 2 years in a similar role, especially operating CMMs (Mitutoyo & Zeiss)
• Knowledge in GD&T is an asset
• French and English bilingualism is an asset (able to read English work instructions)
• Availability to work day shift (7:15am-3:15pm)

Responsibilities

• Conduct visual inspections and approvals of initial production parts by CNC operators and machinists
• Perform final inspections of complex parts to ensure compliance with specs
• Use precision measuring tools to verify dimensions against drawings and docs
• Ensure dimensions meet specs in Engineering Drawings, MPS, and APS
• Operate Mitutoyo and Zeiss CMMs for dimensional analysis
• Investigate root causes of non-conformities and coordinate corrective actions
• Document and process NCRs per internal quality procedures

Skills

Attention to detail

Bilingual (French & English)

Reading engineering drawings

Education

Technical diploma in machining techniques

Tools

CMM operation (Mitutoyo & Zeiss)

Verniers & micrometers

CMM programming

Job description

We are looking for a detail-oriented individual to join our Quality Team!

Under the responsibility of the head of the quality department, the first-piece inspectorwill be responsible for the inspection and approval of first-machined parts before the start of production.

Responsibilities

• Conduct visual inspections and approvals of all initial production parts manufactured by CNC operators and machinists.
• Perform final inspections of complex parts to ensure full compliance with technical and quality specifications.
• Utilize precision measuring instruments, including verniers and micrometers, to verify dimensions against engineering drawings and operational documentation.
• Ensure that all part dimensions meet specifications outlined in Engineering Drawings, Manufacturing Process Sheets (MPS), and As-Per-Set-Up (APS) documentation.
• Operate CMM Mitutoyo and Zeiss to perform detailed dimensional analysis.
• Investigate and analyze root causes of non-conformities, collaborating with production teams to identify corrective actions.
• Document and process Non-Conformity Reports (NCRs) in accordance with internal quality management procedures.

Job qualifications

• Technical diploma in machining techniques or any combination of technical training and relevant experience;
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a similar role, particularly in operating CMMs (Mitutoyo & Zeiss);
• Knowledge in CMM programming is an asset;
• Knowledge of geometric tolerances (GD&T);
• Bilingual (French and English) is an asset (Ability to read and interpret English work instructions);
• Availability to work on day shift (7:15am-3:15pm)

*The knowledge of the English language is required for the interpretation of instructions and technical requirements from the customer, which may be provided in English only.

Why join Leesta?

As part of pursuit, we offer a stable work environment with solid conditions and a team that delivers.

• Paid training and opportunities for professional development
• Paid sick leave
• Comprehensive benefits
• Free access to telemedicine services, an employee assistance program, and wellness resources
• Employer RRSP contribution
• Monthly team performance bonuses
• Employee referral program (up to $1,250)
• Safety equipment provided (boots and prescription safety glasses)

At Leesta, we are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace free from discrimination, where equal opportunities are based on qualifications and a shared commitment to our collective success.