Quality Assurance Auditor

Arrow Machine And Fabrication Group; Guelph; On-site; CAD 31,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental

RRSP match

Profit sharing

Employee discounts

Safety glasses program

Life and travel insurance

Job summary

Arrow Machine and Fabrication Group in Guelph, Ontario, is seeking a detail-oriented Quality Assurance Technician to support ISO processes, perform audits, and ensure customer specifications are met throughout production.

You will develop inspection plans, read GD&T, use CMM/CNC context, and collaborate with QA, production, and engineering to uphold safety, quality, and delivery — joining a team with strong emphasis on accuracy and teamwork.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of manufacturing shop floor experience.
• Able to read basic GD&T and tolerances.
• Strong computer skills and data analysis abilities.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-process and final audits per control plans.
• Validate first off and document failures.
• Perform receiving inspections and record results.
• Audit high-volume processes and address non-conformances.
• Prepare daily shift reports and handover.
• Assist QA team and supervisor as needed.
• Support safety and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

GD&T reading

Shop floor experience

Data analysis

Computer literacy

CNC machining

CMM operation

Education

CQI/CQA certification

Tools

ERP Visual manufacturing

MS Excel

Job description

Arrow Off Road Guelph
151 Arrow Rd
Guelph, ON N1K, CAN

Description

Arrow Machine and Fabrication Group is an engineering-focused solution provider of machined castings, fabrications, and assemblies.

We serve OEM customers in the rail, material handling, mining, defense, heavy truck, agriculture, power systems, construction, nuclear, engineered products, architectural, and forestry industries.

We have access to the broadest range of metalwork solutions in the world through our elite group of companies. Arrow focuses on providing innovative design, quality craftsmanship, and exceptional customer service.

Group Division:

For more than 45 years, Arrow Off Road Guelph division has been a supplier of choice for OEM customers in the Material Handling, Rail, Construction, Forestry, Agriculture, Mining, and Defense industries. With operations in both Canada and China, our focus is on safety, quality, delivery, cost, and the environment. Our mission of good parts on time, along with strong customer relationships and company performance, will continue our history of growth.

Compensation Range:

$22.79 up to $33.49 hourly

Position Summary:

Reporting to the Quality Assurance Supervisor, the incumbent is responsible for performing a range of quality assurance duties within this ISO registered company. This position is responsible for the quality systems, testing, and performance standards of the plant and ensures customer specifications are met at each level of production. The incumbent will be responsible for developing inspection and test plans together with the promotion of and compliance with industry safety standards.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Perform in-process and final-product audits in accordance with control plans, work instructions, and customer requirements. Complete shift handover from previous shift
• Validate first off for each machine/area, update status of any failures/resubmissions on shift report
• Review shift requirements at start of shift and perform scheduled receiving inspection at Receiving area, enter results into spreadsheet/database or as directed by the Quality Engineer, Supervisor or Manager
• Review shift requirements at start of shift and perform Inline GP12 activity per production schedule / GP12 list requirements, record results electronically
• Audit high-volume/high-risk processes in the production schedule; in the case of a non-conformance, correct where possible in conjunction with the QA team and shift supervisor, or elevate to the relevant QE for correction.
• Complete daily Shift report and handover meeting with next shift.
• Other duties assigned by the Quality Assurance Supervisor, Supervisor or QE’s.

Educational Requirements:

• Certification such as CQI, CQA, or similar (ASQ). (preferred)

Required Skills & Expertise:

• 2+ years of manufacturing shop floor experience, including regular interaction and completion of First off / inspection forms.
• Able to read basic GD+T and understand tolerancing
• Must be proficient in the use of computers in the analysis of data.
• Must possess a working knowledge of manufacturing process control.
• Report writing and computer skills are required, as is the ability to work shifts full time in a manufacturing shop floor environment
• Able to clearly communicate daily with shop floor operators, supervisors and Quality Engineers alike.
• Able to understand when an unresolved issue requires escalation and how to do so effectively with appropriate team members
• Working knowledge of CMM operation, CNC machining and welding processes is an advantage.
• Incumbent must be safety conscious, as well as dedicated and reliable.
• Self-motivated, adaptable, self-starter who can work well both independently and as part of a team.
• Keen attention to detail with an emphasis on accuracy and presentation
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to solicit support as needed
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Familiar with mechanical measurements via micrometer, vernier, bore gauges, depth gauges etc.
• ERP Visual manufacturing

What We Offer – Your Benefits Package

At Arrow, we’re proud to offer a benefits package that supports your health, finances, and future.

• Health, dental, and vision coverage from day one!
• Virtual healthcare with Lumino Health
• Employee and Family Assistance Program (Homewood Health)
• Fitness membership discount
• Work boots and prescription safety glasses program
• Automatic Enrollment in Company-Paid Deferred Profit Sharing
• RRSP Match Program
• Life and travel insurance for you and your family
• Profit Sharing
• Employee Discount Program

Time Off & Culture

• Three weeks vacation days to start
• Regular company events and team activities
• Supportive, inclusive workplace culture
• Tuition reimbursement for job-related education and training

Arrow is committed to diversity and inclusion. We provide accommodations throughout the recruitment process in line with the Human Rights Code and Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.

Candidates please note, we do not use AI for application screening.

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