QA Laboratory Test Engineer

Nexans; Canada; Hybrid; CAD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Nexans Canada is seeking a Quality Engineer to enhance quality processes across wire and cable production, leveraging data analysis to identify and resolve defects while ensuring cost efficiency. You will lead QA testing per CSA/UL standards, prepare CTRs, perform in-process inspections, and support product development with timely feedback to Production and Engineering.

Strong ISO 9001 and Six Sigma credentials are required to drive continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• 4–5 years of relevant manufacturing experience.
• ASQ CQE or equivalent certification.
• Six Sigma Green Belt certification; Black Belt is a plus.
• ISO 9001 Lead Auditor or Internal Auditor certification.
• Deep knowledge of quality tools (SPC, FMEA, Ishikawa, 8D).
• Strong CSA and UL standards understanding.
• Excellent data analysis and communication skills.
• Quality lab background; experience in cable industry is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory testing and QC to ensure raw materials, in-process and finished products meet requirements.
• Conduct dimensional, physical, and mechanical tests per CSA/UL and customer specs.
• Prepare and issue Certified Test Reports (CTR) per customer requirements.
• Identify out-of-spec results and report to QA management.
• Conduct in-process inspections and audits; provide feedback to Production.
• Analyze laboratory results and product statistics to monitor quality trends.
• Support product development and trials with timely test feedback to Production, PVC, and Engineering.
• Inspect incoming materials and approve release or initiate NCMRs for non-conforming materials.
• Support NCMR disposition and corrective actions.
• Develop QC standards, SOPs, and test methods per CSA/UL and customer specs.
• Prepare ITPs in line with standards and customer requirements.
• Perform testing during customer witness inspections and CSA/UL audits.
• Lead RCA using statistical tools and implement corrective actions.
• Investigate customer complaints and supplier quality issues; initiate corrective actions.
• Implement product containment for quality issues and complaints.
• Maintain laboratory cleanliness and calibration records; support audits with documentation.
• Maintain sample retention and traceability; follow safety procedures.
• Support Quality Engineer in Quality Control Plans and quality improvements.
• Provide production support to demonstrate correct test inspection.
• Undertake other quality-related duties as assigned.

Education

Engineering degree (Electrical or Electronics)

ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE)

Six Sigma Green Belt Certification

ISO 9001 Lead Auditor Certification

ISO 9001 Internal Auditor Certification

Strong data analytical skills

Excellent communication skills

Tools

SPC

cpk

FMEA

PQP

QCP

Fishbone/Ishikawa

5 Why Analysis

8D principles

PDCA

CSA/UL standards knowledge

Job description

PRIMARY FUNCTION:

• Improve quality processes and testing as they apply to the production and quality of wire and cable products to ensure the highest quality at a competitive cost
• Gather, manipulate and use technical data and analysis to identify and resolve quality issues

AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY:

• Responsible for performing laboratory testing and quality control activities to ensure raw materials, in-process products, and finished products meet established quality, safety, and regulatory requirements.
• Performs laboratory (dimensional, physical, mechanical) testing of cable products in accordance with CSA, UL standards and customer specifications.
• Prepares and issue Certified Test Reports (CTR) based on customer requirements.
• Identify and report out-of- specification or quality abnormalities test results to QA management.
• Conduct in-process inspections, spot checks and finished-product audits and provides timely feedback to Production.
• Analyze laboratory test results, weight-audit, and product statistical data to monitor product quality performance and trends.
• Support product development and trial runs through scheduled testing and timely feedback to Production, PVC, and Engineering teams.
• Inspect incoming materials and approve release or initiate NCMRs for non-conforming materials.
• Support NCMR disposition, corrective actions, and close-out activities.
• Develop quality standards, SOPs, work instructions, and test methods based on CSA/UL standards and customer specifications.
• Prepare Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs) in accordance with applicable standards (CSA, UL) and customer requirements.
• Perform testing during customer witness inspections and CSA/UL surveillance audits.
• Lead root-cause analysis (RCA) using statistical tools and recommend corrective actions to reduce defects.
• Investigate customer complaints and supplier quality issues and recommend corrective actions.
• Implement product containment for quality issues and customer complaints.
• Maintain laboratory cleanliness, laboratory equipment calibration, and records.
• Support internal and external audits by providing accurate laboratory documentation.
• Maintain sample retention and traceability in accordance with quality requirements.
• Follow laboratory safety procedures for chemical handling, storage, and disposal.
• Support Quality Engineer in developing Quality Control Plans and applying quality tools.
• Support the implementation of quality improvement and operational plans.
• Provide support to production operator in demonstrating correct test inspection.
• Perform other quality-related duties as assigned.

EXPECTED RESULTS:

• Improvements to product quality by following Nexans standards
• Continuous quality improvement using systems and cross functional team collaboration
• Long term problem solving support, supplementing training, and documentation

REQUIRED SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS:

• A graduate of any Engineering course (preferably electrical or electronics) with minimum of 4-5 years relevant experience working in a manufacturing environment
• ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) or equivalent
• Has Six Sigma Green Belt Certification (black belt is an asset)
• Has ISO 9001 Lead auditor or ISO 9001 Internal auditor certification
• In-depth knowledge on Quality tools, Statistical Process Control (SPC), cpk, FMEA, PQP, QCP, Fishbone/Ishikawa, 5 Why Analysis, 8D principles, PDCA
• Strong understanding of CSA and UL standards
• Strong data analytical skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Strong Quality Laboratory background (background in cable industry is an asset)
• Shows strong initiative and adaptable to change and detail-oriented
• Has a capability to understand customers' requirements and constraints (internally and externally)
• Has a capability to objectively assess the degree of compliance to a referential or standard for a process or activity