Quality Control Co-op

Svante; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Restricted Share Units

Extended Health and Dental Plan

Retirement Saving Plan

Fitness Centre access

Job summary

Svante in Burnaby, BC, seeks a Co-op Quality Control student to support product inspection, testing and data analysis, helping ensure products meet quality standards.

You will assist with standardized QC processes, laboratory practices and measurement equipment, while contributing to continuous improvement and QMS activities with a strong emphasis on safety and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a relevant post-secondary program such as Engineering, QA, Materials Science or Chemistry.
• Strong attention to detail, analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills, ability to work independently and in a team.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, prioritization and deadlines.
• Demonstrated initiative, adaptability and commitment to workplace health and safety.

Responsibilities

• Support Quality Control activities including inspection, testing and data analysis.
• Assist with development, documentation and maintenance of QC processes and measuring equipment.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and QMS activities.
• Maintain accurate records and collaborate across teams while following health and safety procedures.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Communication

Team collaboration

Time management

Education

Post-secondary program in Engineering, Quality Assurance, Materials Science, Chemistry

Tools

Measurement equipment

Quality management systems

Lean methodologies

Job description

Location: 8800 Glenlyon Pkwy, Burnaby, British Columbia

Career Level: Co-op (Student)

Who are we?

Svante is a rapidly growing clean energy technology company making commercial-scale carbon capture and removal a reality and enabling global industries to play offense in the fight against climate change that will accelerate the global transition to a lower-carbon economy.

The growing success of our company is owed to our commitment to our people, our emphasis on our values, and our innovative technology. Passion is put into what we do every day.

Purpose of the Role:

• Support Quality Control activities, including product inspection, testing, and data analysis, to ensure products meet established quality standards and specifications.
• Assist with the development, documentation, and maintenance of standardized quality inspection processes, laboratory practices, and measuring equipment.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, quality investigations, and Quality Management System (QMS) activities.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Currently enrolled in a relevant post-secondary program, such as Engineering, Quality Assurance, Materials Science, Chemistry, or a related technical discipline.
• Strong attention to detail, analytical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
• Demonstrated initiative, adaptability, and commitment to workplace health and safety.

Bonus Skills and Qualifications:

• Previous co-op, internship, laboratory, manufacturing, or quality control experience.
• Familiarity with quality management systems, Lean methodologies, or continuous improvement practices.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, product specifications, or inspection data.

What Success looks like in this role:

• Conduct accurate product inspections and testing, document findings, and help ensure products meet quality standards.
• Collect and analyze quality data, prepare test samples, and support the maintenance and calibration of inspection equipment.
• Contribute to quality investigations, corrective actions, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain accurate records, follow health and safety procedures, and collaborate effectively across teams.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Svante is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on merit and business needs. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, religion, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, marital status, family status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. This Equal Employment Opportunity policy applies to all practices relating to recruitment and hiring, compensation, benefits, discipline, transfer, termination and all other terms and conditions of employment. All Svante employees share in the responsibility for assuring that, by our personal actions, the policies are effective. Accommodations will be provided as requested by candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

Pay Equity Statement

Svante believes in pay equity, fairness and transparency, and so we include a salary range within the job posting. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location.

The actual salary offered to the final candidate is based on the salary range shown, and will vary depending on the candidate’s relative experience, qualifications, and anticipated level of performance. We assess all candidates individually and strive to offer competitive and equitable compensation packages.

Base pay is one part of the Total Rewards that recognize employees for their performance and contributions.

In addition to Base Pay, Svante provides comprehensive benefits to employees such as

• Restricted Share Units
• Extended Health and Dental Plan
• Retirement Saving Plan
• free access to a Fitness Centre and more!