QA Analyst / SPC Coordinator

Crown Holdings; Toronto; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Toronto is looking for a Statistical Process Control Specialist. This role involves conducting statistical analysis, facilitating training programs, and supporting quality assurance initiatives. Ideal candidates will have strong knowledge of statistical methods and experience with software like JMP. The atmosphere is dynamic, emphasizing teamwork and continuous process improvement.

Qualifications

• High School level math and science knowledge required.
• Experience with statistical software such as JMP is essential.
• Familiarity with Six Sigma and Lean principles preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct statistical evaluations and data analysis.
• Facilitate SPC training and process improvement initiatives.
• Support quality assurance and lead audits.

Skills

Statistical analysis

Statistical problem solving

SPC training

Team facilitation

Education

High School level math and science

Bachelor Degree (Bsc.)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Powerpoint

Statistical Software (JMP)

NWA Software

Job description

Responsibilities - Management

• Provide statistical analysis of plant manufacturing performance.
• Conduct statistical evaluations of new and existing equipment to determine process / equipment capability.
• Provide data analysis to facilitate the allocation of resources in the scheduling of plant equipment maintenance and repair.
• Participate in customer/supplier audits and provide supporting process performance analysis.
• Manage plant SPC training program for salary and hourly personnel.

Responsibilities - Plant Personnel

• Conduct training in basic SPC principles and applications
• Conduct training in the application of statistical problem solving techniques
• Coach hourly personnel in the use of SPC on the plant floor
• Provide process analysis to QA manager and quality team on plant performance, including monthly PPR requirements
• Conduct gauge R&R, stability, and accuracy studies
• Conduct training on how to use the gauges
• Support establishment and monitoring of gauge maintenance and housekeeping programs
• Provide training in the use of statistical software packages
• Assist with plant SOP training and development
• Support corporate quality with the maintenance of quality network systems.
• Facilitate team meetings and support development of team dynamics
• Assist with process certification efforts within the plant, which may include SQF and other audits

Project Management / Team Work Groups

• Plant Quality Team / Management Team
• SPC Implementation Team
• SPC Certification Teams
• Gauge Maintenance Committee
• SOP Team
• Lead Six Sigma and Lean Process Improvement Teams
• Fill in as Shift Supervisor, as needed

Quality Support

• Gauge R&R, stability, accuracy Studies, maintenance, housekeeping
• NWA Software and QAS
• Document Control
• Plant / Process Performance Audits
• Procedures / Policies
• Generate monthly customer COAs

Required

• High School level math and science
• Microsoft Word, Excel, Powerpoint
• Knowledge of WCP/Lean/Six Sigma philosophy
• Basic 10 Hour SPC Courses
• Statistical Software (JMP, NWA Software Suite)
• Gauge Capability Software (JMP)

Nice to have

• Bachelor Degree (Bsc.)
• Advanced Statistical Process Control and Capability (Six Sigma)
• Gauge Capability Analysis
• Six-Sigma Green-Belt Certification
• SQL Network Systems Administrator
• Project Process Improvement Management
• Six Sigma and Lean Black Belt
• Lead Six Sigma and Lean Team Activities in the plant