Quality Engineer

Magna International; Toronto; On-site; CAD 74,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

Magna International - Cosma International is seeking a Quality Engineer in Canada to provide technical quality support for production concerns and new program launches. You will verify quality standards across processes and finished goods, and contribute to PPAP and APQP activities within a Tier 1 automotive context.

The role requires a community college diploma, 5–7 years of related experience, and a mechanical/quality engineering background.

Qualifications

• Completion of community college diploma/certificate.
• 5-7 years of work-related experience.
• Completion of a post-secondary education program in mechanical/quality engineering.
• ASQC certification preferred (CQE).
• Tier 1 automotive experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead PPAP timing and phased PPAP processes.
• Ensure APQP requirements are tracked with milestones.
• Review Government Approvals and develop inspection standards.
• Lead plant trials for engineering changes, tool moves and new program launches.
• Lead launch and warranty issue resolution for customer quality concerns.
• Coordinate and participate in internal/supplier drawing reviews.
• Prepare and complete control plans and inspection matrices.

Skills

Quality engineering

PPAP

APQP

CQE

Automotive

Education

Community college diploma/certificate

Post-secondary in mechanical/quality engineering

Tools

Gage R&R

8D reporting

PFMEA

Job description

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What we offer:

At Magna, you can expect an engaging and dynamic environment where you can help to develop industry-leading automotive technologies. We invest in our employees, providing them with the support and resources they need to succeed. As a member of our global team, you can expect exciting, varied responsibilities as well as a wide range of development prospects. Because we believe that your career path should be as unique as you are.

Group Summary:

Cosma provides a comprehensive range of body, chassis and engineering solutions to global customers. Through our robust product engineering, outstanding tooling capabilities and diverse process expertise, we continue to bring lightweight and innovative products to market.

Job Responsibilities:

The Quality Engineer will provide technical support, from a quality perspective, in the resolution of production concerns. Will also be supporting the launch of new programs. The Engineer is responsible for verifying that all quality standards relating to production processes and finished goods are adhered to under all circumstances.

Salary Range: $74,000 to $99,000

Minimum Requirements

• Completion of community college diploma/certificate
• 5-7 years of work-related experience
• Completion of a post-secondary education program in mechanical/quality engineering
• ASQC certification as a Quality Engineer (CQE) preferred
• Tier 1 automotive experience preferred

Job Specific Responsibilities

• Lead, participant and approve Customer Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) timing (Phased PPAP)
• Ensures all APQP requirements are known/tracked/adhered to using planned milestones
• Review Government Approvals required and developed Inspection Standards
• Leads Plant trials for Engineering changes, Tool Moves and New Program Launches
• Lead Launch and Warranty issue resolution in problem solving for applicable customer quality concerns. (Customer Specific Reports: 8D, 7 Steps, 5 Phases, Is/Is, 6 Panels, etc.)
• Participate in Warranty reviews and analysis at customer center
• Manages applicable new model launch field support to ensure effective containment and timely closures of issues
• Advanced Internal Activities
• Coordinate and participate in Internal/Supplier Drawing Reviews
• Prepare and complete Control Plans
• Prepare and complete component Receiving Inspection Matrix and Instructions
• Assist in Preparation and approval of Assembly Work Instructions
• Develop Product Validation (PV) Plan (Schedule) including reliability and confidence (R&C) requirements in accordance with Program timing
• Develop, implement and supervise Launch Containment System
• Participate in Process Failure Mode Effect Analysis (PFMEA) review and team sign off
• Participate in Bill of Material (BOM) review and sign off
• Leads Engineering TA Temporary Deviation Request (TA) process – status/follow-up/resolution
• Facilitate supplier deviation requests (i.e. Supplier Request for Change Deviation SRCCD's, EDR's) through closure with the supply base
• Coordinate and participate in Early Supplier Involvement with Design and Purchasing
• Adhere to all Product Delivery Process (CPDP), Program Planning requirements and expectations
• Develop Customer attachment and contact point list (CIC)
• Coordinate and ensure sign-off / concurrence of control plan / attachment point checklist in conjunction with Mistake Proof Evaluation Procedure
• Review GD&T, requirements of Finished Good/Components
• Prepare and present Launch QE Summary Report
• Develop Mapping Including Critical Characteristics Tables
• Participate in Document Linkage Review
• Review lessons learned database
• Establish Supplier PPAP timing and review/approve on time prior to Product Validation requirements
• Co-ordinate checking fixtures supply (design, manufacturing, Gage R&R, Instructions, Training)
• Support pre-production builds
• Conduct Test Fixture Verification – Vehicle alignment, review and signoff to verify sequence, setup, etc.
• Ensure proper level test parts are built and delivered to test lab
• Periodic review of in-process testing
• Post test set-up and result signoff
• Responsible for ensuring succession plans are in place for all critical positions by identifying, developing and retaining of high-performing and high-potential future leaders.
• Lead TIR investigation for quality related issues, prepare 8D report and ensure timely closure of issue (DV)
• Develop annual validation (PV) plan for designated programs
• Develop and maintain Program Control Plans
• "A" level provides guidance for PQE's "B" and "C"
• Train members of Advanced Operations team in specific quality disciplines as required
• Participate in quality systems audits with customers and external auditors as required
• Perform other duties as required

General Responsibilities

• Work within the guidelines of the Deco Employee Handbook and safety rules
• Keep work area in a clean and orderly condition.
• Commitment to continuous improvement and workplace safety
• Accepts personal responsibility to plan and conduct their work safety in compliance with the Occupational Health & Safety Act as well as company policies and guidelines
• Responsible for Good House Keeping in your area
• IATF16949 and ISO14001 awareness and adherence.
• Other duties as may be required

Awareness, Unity, Empowerment:

At Magna, we believe that a diverse workforce is critical to our success. That’s why we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We hire on the basis of experience and qualifications, and in consideration of job requirements, regardless of, in particular, color, ancestry, religion, gender, origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or gender identity. Magna takes the privacy of your personal information seriously. We discourage you from sending applications via email or traditional mail to comply with GDPR requirements and your local Data Privacy Law.

AI-Assisted Screening Disclosure

As part of our commitment to a fair, consistent, and efficient recruitment process, we may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in the initial screening of applications submitted through our Workday system. These tools help identify qualifications and experience that align with the role requirements. Please note that AI is used solely to support our recruiters. Final decisions are always made by the hiring manager and the hiring team. Importantly, no applicant data is shared externally through these AI tools. All information remains securely within our systems and is handled in accordance with our privacy and data protection policies.

Under conditions defined by applicable law, you may have the right to request an explanation of how AI is used to support decision-making.

If you have any questions or concerns about this process, feel free to contact our Talent Attraction team.

Worker Type:

Regular / Permanent

Group:

Cosma International