Lead Quality Inspector

ZipRecruiter; Ontario; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic manufacturing company in Ontario is seeking a Lead Quality Inspector to oversee the quality management system. The successful candidate will liaise with engineering and production teams, ensuring operational excellence and compliance with industry standards while utilizing advanced technology. This role offers growth opportunities and competitive compensation.

Benefits

401(k) with matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of experience in an industrial environment.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001:2015.
• Ability to read blueprints and perform quality inspections.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate quality management system communication between teams.
• Conduct First Article Inspection (FAI) and other quality assessments.
• Lead root-cause investigations for nonconforming materials.

Skills

Analytical problem-solving

Communication

GD&T

Manufacturing knowledge

Education

Associate degree in a technical discipline

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

CMM PC-DIMIS

ERP systems (Epicor)

Job description

Job Description

Description:

Are you interested in working for a dynamic multi-site manufacturing company that participates in Industrial, Medical, and Defense markets? We are a growing organization with experienced leadership, offering opportunities for advancement. Our company utilizes the latest technology to enhance job functions and speed to market, capturing more business. We offer very competitive compensation and benefits.

If you have the necessary skills, a desire to grow, and are willing to roll up your sleeves and have fun, then you should consider applying!

Benefits:

• 401(k) with matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Position Summary:

The Lead Quality Inspector is a key facilitator of the quality management system. This role provides communication between quality, engineering, production, and customers to help projects move through the facility efficiently.

Essential Duties:

• Communicate and guide quality and manufacturing personnel.
• Source and develop suppliers to ensure vendor capabilities, contract expectations, quality, and delivery are met.
• Develop operational instructions for new equipment, processes, and inspection activities.
• Perform FAI (First Article Inspection), IP (In Process), and FI (Final Inspection), recording findings.
• Analyze process data to suggest improvements.
• Lead root-cause investigations of internal nonconforming material, customer complaints, and CAPA activities.
• Participate in layered process audits.
• Support the launch of new and changing projects (APQP, PPAP, Change Control).
• Develop inspection fixtures and operational procedures.
• Maintain calibration databases, processes, and records.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements:

• Associate degree in a technical discipline or equivalent work experience.
• At least 3 years of experience in an industrial environment as a manufacturing or quality professional, with knowledge of ISO 9001:2015.
• Ability to read blueprints/drawings and perform quality inspections using mechanical/functional gaging and test equipment.
• Proficiency with analytical problem-solving tools.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Strong knowledge of GD&T.
• Experience with CMM PC-DIMIS operation and programming.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel, capable of generating quality reports.
• Strong communication skills.
• Manufacturing knowledge.
• Experience with ERP systems, specifically Epicor.