Quality Engineering Co-Op Student

Arc'teryx Limited; New Westminster; Hybrid; CAD 44,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company seeks a Quality Engineering Co-Op Student to join their dynamic Manufacturing and Quality department. This role offers a unique opportunity to learn about garment manufacturing while collaborating with experienced professionals. You will engage in hands-on projects, support the development of Standard Operating Procedures, and utilize Lean Manufacturing principles to enhance production quality. This position not only promises personal and professional growth but also allows you to contribute to a culture of inclusivity and positive change. If you are passionate about engineering and eager to make a difference, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a BASc Engineering program.
• Strong computer skills in Word, PowerPoint, & Excel/VBA.

Responsibilities

• Support procurement and commissioning of new machinery.
• Develop, evaluate and revise Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Collect and perform data analysis to drive improvement.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Data Analysis

Problem Solving

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Education

BASc Engineering Program

Tools

Excel

Power BI

Miro

PowerPoint

Job description

Department: Manufacturing

Reports to: Manager, Manufacturing Quality Engineering

Location: ARC’One – New Westminster, BC

Work Arrangement: In person, with some flexibility to work from home occasionally

Pay Range: $44,700- 55,100, will be dependent on year of study and related experience.

Duration: Four (4) months, Sep 02, 2025 – Dec 19 2025, with possibility of a longer placement

Hours Per Week: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Your Co-Op Opportunity at ARC’TERYX:

Our proximity to the Design Center and the hands-on craftsmanship mindset makes us a unique and exciting place to work. ARC’One is our laboratory. We experiment, we test, and we produce our new products all under the hustling and bustling production environment. This is where products physically come to life. This is Who We Are.

As a Co-Op Student with our Manufacturing and Quality department, you will be exposed to the garment manufacturing industry, and have the opportunity to learn from the great minds who help us to plan, design and improve manufacturing processes, materials, and workspace layout to ensure timely, efficient, accurate, and cost-effective production with superb quality.

Meet Your Future Team:

You will partner closely with our Quality, Engineering, and Production teams to establish and measure KPIs, collaborate on Lean initiatives, and develop continuous improvement projects.

If you were an Quality Engineering Co-Op Student now, here are some of the core activities you would be doing:

• Support procurement and commissioning of new machinery and tools that will be used in to support production quality
• Develop, evaluate and revise Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and inspection guidelines
• Create process flow diagrams (PFDs) of manufacturing processes using Miro/Powerpoint
• Problem solve and implement unique solutions for various quality problems
• Collect and perform data analysis on Excel/Smartsheet/Power BI to drive continuous improvement initiatives
• Use Lean Manufacturing tools to reduce waste and participate in 5S activities

Here are some of the things you will learn by the end of your Co-Op placement:

• Lean manufacturing processes and principles
• Project management skills and becoming a subject matter expert (SME) in a specific problem or project
• How to work collaboratively with various stakeholders in the garment manufacturing industry
• Operating with various technologies and tools (i.e. 3D Printing, Process Flow development, testing equipment software, laser engraving, etc.) as needed

Are you our next Quality Engineering Co-Op Student?

• You are currently enrolled in an BASc Engineering program
• You have the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse teams, both internally and externally
• You have strong communication skills and the ability to influence cross-functionality
• You have strong organizational skills with the ability to balance multiple tasks within tight deadlines
• You are proactive in identifying the root cause of issues and developing solutions
• You remain highly flexible and adaptable when faced with ambiguity
• You seek the best (sometimes not the easiest) solutions, with an unwavering commitment to do what is right
• Your passion for your work is paralleled by your passion for getting outside and living it

Assets:

• Strong computer skills in Word, PowerPoint, & Excel/VBA is needed and CAD is an asset
• Able to thrive in a fast-paced environment and is a self-starter

$44,700 - $55,100 a year

Individual pay is determined by factors such as program of study, year of study, job-related skills, and relevant experience.

Applications for this position will be accepted until May 26 at 9:00am PT.

Equal Opportunity

Arc’teryx is committed to actively creating and fostering a culture of inclusivity where voices are heard, people are seen, and values are respected. We care about the uniqueness of our applicants, employees, and guests, and we do so in a safe space fueled by curiosity and acceptance.

Creating an inclusive workplace is connected to our core value Do Right while also having the added benefit of helping make our business better. We believe inclusion helps us to create a healthier, happier workplace, drive creativity and innovation, and reflect the communities where we operate.

All applicants, employees, and guests can expect equality of opportunity and fair treatment in alignment with our values.

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