Quality Control Inspector

Cadre; Montreal (administrative region); On-site; CAD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Cadre is seeking aQuality Inspector to support incoming, in-process, and final inspections of high-performance interconnect products in a Montreal-area facility. The role emphasizes meticulous adherence to drawings, procedures, and customer requirements, including CSI/FAI activities and documentation duties.

The successful candidate will work with precision tools, microscopes, and measurement devices, ensuring traceability and product conformity while supporting internal and external audits and

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent; vocational/technical training preferred.
• Experience: 2 years in Quality Control, manufacturing, or inspection roles.
• Technical: read drawings/specs; use measurement tools; AS9102 FAIs knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Perform incoming inspection of raw materials and components.
• Conduct in-process and final inspections per drawings and procedures.
• Execute CSI and FAI inspections.
• Prepare Certificates of Compliance and quality documentation.
• Maintain serialization and traceability records.
• Support ISO audits with inspection evidence.
• Perform minor mechanical assembly and packaging of products.

Skills

Quality control

Reading drawings

Measurement tools

Visual inspection

Documentation

AS9102 FAIs

Communication

Education

High school diploma

Vocational/technical training

Tools

Microscopes

Calipers

Inspection equipment

QA software

Job description

Whether you’re looking for a permanent or contract position, Cadre has the hiring and human resources contacts you need to secure the right opportunity. Our comprehensive assessment tools enable us to get to know you, identify your strengths and place you within an organization that satisfies your career goals.

Our client is a global leader in the design and manufacture of high-performance interconnect solutions.Their products are used in mission-critical applications across industries such as aerospace, defense, telecommunications, and industrial markets. They are committed to innovation, quality, and providing cutting-edge solutions that connect the world’s most demanding systems.

The Quality Control function supports manufacturing operations by performing incoming, in‑process, and final inspections to ensure products meet internal, customer, and regulatory requirements.

The role executes Customer Source Inspection (CSI), First Article Inspection (FAI), high‑reliability testing, and related quality activities while contributing to compliance, continuous improvement, and on‑time delivery objectives.

Responsibilities

• Perform incoming inspection of raw materials and components.
• Conduct in‑process and final inspections in accordance with drawings, procedures, and specifications.
• Execute Customer Source Inspections (CSI) and First Article Inspections (FAI).
• Perform visual inspections using microscopes and precision tools.
• Handle and test highly sensitive and delicate equipment to define quality criteria.
• Accurately collect, document, and store inspection and test data.
• Prepare Certificates of Compliance (CoC) and customer‑specific quality documentation.
• Maintain product serialization and traceability records.
• Follow documented data‑collection and record‑retention procedures.
• Identify, document, and elevate non‑conformances.
• Initiate and support corrective actions (NCR/CAR).
• Assist in root‑cause investigations and verification of corrective measures.
• Assist with supplier evaluations and incoming quality concerns.
• Support internal and external ISO audits by providing documentation and inspection evidence.
• Support contract review activities related to quality requirements.
• Perform minor mechanical assembly, labeling, and final packaging of products.
• Prepare finished goods for transfer to Stores or Shipping.
• Support achievement of daily and weekly shipping targets.
• Comply with company Quality Management System, Health & Safety, and security requirements.
• Perform other quality‑related tasks as assigned.

Qualifications

Education Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent, required.
Vocational/technical training in manufacturing, electronics, or mechanical inspection. Preferred.

Additional Qualifications

Preferred, some experience with internal audits
Preferred, some experience with PCB/PCBA inspection
2 years of experience in Quality Control, manufacturing, or inspection roles

Technical Knowledge and Skills

• Basic knowledge of quality control principles, inspection methods, and manufacturing processes.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, specifications, procedures, and work instructions.
• Working knowledge of visual inspection techniques, including use of microscopes and magnification tools for fine and precision components.
• Familiarity with serialization, labeling, traceability, and documentation requirements in a regulated manufacturing environment.
• Understanding of product conformity, non‑conformity identification, and corrective action processes (NCR/CAR support).
• Basic computer skills for data entry, inspection records, and quality documentation systems.
• Ability to handle and test delicate, sensitive, or high‑reliability components while maintaining product integrity and cleanliness standards.
• Ability to use measurement tools such as calipers, depth gages, etc.
• An in‑depth understanding of AS9102 FAIs
• Good communication skills, both written and oral.

Additional Information

Employment Type

• Permanent
• Full‑time, on‑site position

Controlled Goods and Technology

A part of this position, you will be required to examine, handle, or transfer highly confidential equipment and technologies, including technical data or any technical assistance (such as instructions, training, etc.) classified as controlled goods. These goods have military or strategic significant, are critical to national security, and are strictly regulated under the Defence Production Act (DPA), and the Controlled Goods Regulations (CGR), as part of Canada’s Controlled Goods Program (CGP).

As a condition of an offer of employment, you must agree to undergo a security assessment conducted by Smiths Interconnect Canada designated official, in compliance with the CGP and DPA requirements. This screening includes the verification of proof of citizenship or permanent resident status, a criminal record and other security check. The disclosure of controlled goods to unauthorized persons is a criminal offense under Canadian law, therefor, you will be required to strictly comply with all Canadian laws that apply to controlled goods.

Additional Information

Impact: Planning and Decision Making

• Work is performed according to established procedures, inspection plans, and schedules.
• Planning responsibility; prioritizes activities (CSI/FAI) based on daily production, inspection, and shipping requirements.
• Decision making is procedural, and task focused, limited to:
  • Accepting or rejecting materials and products against defined acceptance criteria
  • Identifying and escalating quality issues or deviations
• All non‑routine decisions, process changes, and disposition of non‑conforming material are reviewed or approved by higher level Quality or Engineering roles.

Scope, Complexity and Impact

• Tasks follow clearly defined methods and standards, but require high attention to detail due to:
  • Precision components
  • Customer specified quality and reliability requirements
• Errors or omissions may:
  • Delay shipments
  • Increase rework or scrap
  • Affects customer satisfaction or audit outcomes
• Internal:
  • Production and Assembly teams – inspection coordination and issue resolution
  • Quality Assurance / Quality Engineering – escalation of non‑conformances and audit support
  • Stores / Shipping – release of compliant finished goods
  • Engineering (as required) – clarification of drawings or specifications
• External:
  • Customers (limited) – support of Customer Source Inspections and documentation queries
  • Suppliers (through Quality) – support incoming quality issue reviews
  • External Auditors and Registrars – provide inspection evidence during ISO audits