Quality Assurance Technician (Water Test)

Cornerstone Building Brands; Calgary; Hybrid; CAD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Cornerstone Building Brands Canada seeks a detail-oriented Quality Auditor to perform random audits across production lines and manage defect data daily. You will investigate root causes, generate reports, and support QA and Manufacturing teams.

You will train shop-floor staff, assist with remediation in the field, and help establish quality standards and work instructions. Strong data entry and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 diploma or equivalent.
• Team player with excellent interpersonal skills and attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
• Computer and data entry skills; familiarity with problem-solving tools.
• Certification in Six Sigma is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Inspect product throughout the manufacturing process and record data.
• Perform failure investigations and root-cause analysis.
• Conduct process and product audits and report findings.
• Document quality data to support corrective actions and trends.
• Perform product testing and quality checks on incoming shipments.
• Train shop floor personnel on assembly, calibration, and maintenance.
• Contribute to quality standards reviews and create work instructions.

Skills

Team player

Attention to detail

Strong communication

Data entry

Education

Grade 12 diploma or equivalent

Tools

Fishbone diagrams

5-Why analysis

Job description

Reporting to the Quality Supervisor, this detail-oriented, self-starting individual is responsible for performing random quality audits on a variety of production lines, entering /reporting/communicating defect data daily, and maintaining records and files within the Quality Department. Other responsibilities include training on the shop floor, investigating root causes of recurring defects, generating reports, and supporting the Manufacturing and Quality Department where required.

Key Responsibilities

• Inspect product throughout the manufacturing process.
• Perform failure investigations and root cause analysis.
• Perform process and product audits.
• Record quality data based on audit results to support production in identifying and correcting non-conformance trends.
• Perform product testing in a controlled environment, including on-site water testing and corner strength testing for weld quality.
• Perform quality inspection and performance on incoming shipments from various suppliers.
• Provide exceptional customer service through fact-based decision making, supporting production initiatives, and working with service on remediation in the field.
• Train shop floor employees on proper assembly, calibrating equipment & coordinating maintenance.
• Participate in quality standards review, creating work instructions and job breakdown sheets.

Qualifications

• Non-Unionized hourlyposition.
• Must be able to work flexible shifts, including occasional Saturday shifts as required.
• Physically fit (some heavy lifting).

Education & Skills

• Grade 12 diploma or equivalent.
• Team player with excellent interpersonal skills, willingness to learn, and attention to detail.
• Committed to quality products and processes.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Computer and data entry skills.
• Familiar and able to use problem-solving tools such as Fishbone diagrams and 5-why analysis.
• Certification in Six Sigma is an asset.

Additional Information

Cornerstone Building Brands Canada is committed to an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace. We will accommodate applicants’ needs, upon request, throughout all stages of the recruitment process. Please inform us of the accommodation(s) that you may require. Information received relating to accommodation will be addressed confidentially.