Quality Control Manager

BlackBerry Inc.; Montreal (administrative region); Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

ABB is seeking a Quality Control Manager to lead testing, verification, and QA activities for our Local Business Unit in Montreal. The role drives root cause analysis, improves design through feedback to Engineering, and ensures compliant reporting under ISO/IEC standards.

You will develop test protocols, train teams, and foster a strong quality culture while coordinating with engineering, production, and suppliers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related technical field.
• 5–10 years of experience in quality control, testing, or engineering within industrial/manufacturing environments.
• Solid experience with inspection, testing, and validation methods for products and systems.
• Familiarity with quality standards (ISO, IEC) and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Leads testing, verification, validation, and quality control activities for the Local Business Unit.
• Provides feedback to Engineering to improve solutions and processes.
• Supports and delivers quality training and promotes a strong quality culture.
• Ensures accurate, compliant reporting of quality data per standards.
• Escalates product quality and safety issues to stakeholders.
• Develops test protocols and collaborates with cross-functional teams.
• Builds a network of partners to support inspections.
• Ensures safe work practices in alignment with HSE requirements.
• Analyzes quality issues from a customer perspective and drives root cause analysis.
• Fosters collaboration across teams and leaders and develops high-performing teams.

Skills

Quality control

Testing

Root cause analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

HSE awareness

Continuous improvement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related technical field

Job description

At ABB, we help industries run leaner and cleaner—and every person here makes that happen. You’ll be empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact we create together. Join us and help run what runs the world.This job posting is also available in French under the title [ Gestionnaire Contrôle Qualité ].In this role, you will support the local unit in controlling products and systems to ensure compliance with all requirements in a cost-effective and safe environment and contributes to applying standards and test methods to ensure only compliant products, software, and services are released to customers.RESPONSIBILITIESLeads testing, verification, validation, and quality control activities for the Local Business Line.Provides feedback to Engineering to improve solution and process design.Supports and delivers quality training, promoting a strong quality culture and results orientation.Ensures accurate, compliant reporting of quality data per ABB, customer, and regulatory standards.Escalates product quality and safety issues to relevant stakeholders.Supports development of test protocols and performs inspections with engineering and cross-functional teams.Develops a network of partners to support product and solution inspections.Ensures safe work practices and proper use of safety systems in alignment with HSE requirements.Analyzes quality issues from a customer perspective and drives root cause analysis and corrective actions.Fosters collaboration across teams and business units, while building strong stakeholder relationships to drive organizational success.Leads, coaches, and develops high-performing teams by ensuring effective staffing, capability development, and continuous improvement of organizational effectiveness.Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree in engineering or relevant technical diploma/technology degree (e.g., Electrical, Mechanical, Industrial, or equivalent experience).5–10 years of experience in quality control, testing, or engineering within an industrial or manufacturing environment.Solid experience with inspection, testing, and validation methods for products and systems.Familiarity with quality standards (e.g., ISO, IEC) and regulatory requirements.Experience working with cross-functional teams (engineering, production, suppliers).Knowledge of root cause analysis and continuous improvement methodologies.Good understanding of HSE requirements in testing or production environments.Why ABB?We empower you to take initiative, challenge ideas, and lead with confidence. You’ll grow through meaningful work, continuous learning, and support that’s tailored to your goals. Every idea you share and every action you take contributes to something bigger.#ABBCareers#RunwithABB#Runwhatrunstheworld#LI-hybridEmployment Equity & Inclusion Statement (Canada)ABB values the dedication, commitment, and expertise of all our employees. As an Employment Equity Employer, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We actively support the principles of the Employment Equity Act and strive to build a workforce that reflects Canada’s diversity, including:• Women• Indigenous Peoples• Members of visible minorities• Persons with disabilitiesABB is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you require accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process, we encourage you to let us know.