Quality Engineering Specialist

100612 FPS-Mississauga; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay and comprehensive bene

Career growth opportunities

Collaborative innovation culture

Job summary

Johnson Electric is seeking a Quality Engineering Specialist in Ancaster, ON to oversee cell-based quality systems, prevent issues, and drive continuous improvement across the supply chain.

You will lead supplier quality activities, review PPAPs, coordinate root-cause analysis, and mentor technicians, ensuring compliance with ISO standards and safety policies.

Qualifications

• Engineering degree or diploma; automotive quality knowledge.
• Experience in manufacturing and automotive quality requirements.
• Proficiency with quality tools: FMEA, PPAP, SPC, DOE, PSO, etc.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement cell-based quality systems aligned with customer and company needs.
• Lead or participate in continuous improvement projects.
• Drive root-cause resolution for customer, supplier, and quality issues.
• Lead and coach Quality Technicians to meet requirements and standards.
• Review and approve Supplier PPAP submissions; provide final PPAP approval.
• Track supplier nonconformities and lead corrective action activities.
• Ensure ISO and safety system compliance across the quality function.

Skills

Quality engineering

Automotive quality

Supplier quality

Problem solving

PPAP

Education

Engineering degree or diploma

Tools

Error Proofing

DOE

SPC

FMEA

PPAP

PSO

Problem Resolution

Job description

Join Our Team as a Quality Engineering Specialist at Johnson Electric!

Location: Ancaster, ON (onsite) Salary Range: $69,900.00 - 99,900.00 CAD annual Vacancy Type: Existing position Schedule: Full‑time

As our next Quality Engineering Specialist, you will be at the forefront of managing supply‑chain quality at the cell‑based level, preventing and containing product issues, and driving continuous improvement. Your expertise in automotive quality standards, problem‑solving, and supplier quality management will be crucial for ensuring customer satisfaction and the long‑term success of the business unit.

Why You’ll Love Working Here:

• Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunity to lead quality initiatives with major customers and suppliers.
• Collaborative and innovative culture focused on continuous improvement.
• Professional development and career‑growth opportunities.
• Work in an environment committed to quality, safety, and operational excellence.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Develop and implement cell‑based quality systems aligned with customer, employee, and shareholder expectations.
• Lead or participate in continuous improvement (CI) projects.
• Drive root‑cause resolution for customer, supplier, and QOS‑related quality issues.
• Lead and coach Quality Technicians to meet customer requirements and environmental/quality standards.
• Review and approve Supplier PPAP submissions; provide final PPAP approval before customer submission.
• Track supplier nonconformities and lead corrective action activities.
• Establish operator reaction plans, maintain control plans, SPC, gage and operator instructions, records, and First‑Off documentation.
• Work closely with customer SQEs to ensure product quality across the supply chain.
• Manage Quality Alerts and ensure timely closure and log maintenance.
• Provide leadership for PECN activity and participate in MRB and CI teams.
• Ensure compliance with ISO 45001, ISO 14001, IATF 16949, ISO 9001, and all company quality and safety systems.
• Perform additional quality‑related duties as required.

What We’re Looking For:

• Degree or diploma in Engineering or Applied Science, or a combination of related education and experience.
• Experience in manufacturing and automotive quality requirements, including Quality & Environmental Standards.
• Proficiency in modern quality tools: Error Proofing, Design of Experiments, Statistical Control, FMEA, PPAP, PSO, Problem Resolution, etc.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, conflict‑management, and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively at all levels of the organization.
• High integrity and dependability with strong sense of urgency and results orientation.

Bonus Points If You Have:

• Experience leading supplier quality initiatives in automotive environments.
• Strong background in cell‑based quality systems or QOS deployment.
• Experience with PECN management or MRB collaboration.

Johnson Electric offers talented people like you career‑building opportunities with a global leader in motion products and solutions. We provide competitive pay, benefits, training, and a culture rooted in values and innovation—focused on ensuring that our most important asset—our people—can flourish.

Johnson Electric welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates participating in all aspects of the selection process.

In accordance with employment‑equity guidelines and accessibility laws, Johnson Electric is an equal‑opportunity employer committed to an inclusive and barrier‑free recruitment process.

Applicants should notify Human Resources if accommodation is needed.

Please note: Johnson Electric may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools as part of the recruitment process.

Our purpose is to improve the quality of life of everyone we touch through our innovative motion systems. We are a truly global team bound together by our shared values. Our culture is built on the diversity, knowledge, skills, creativity, and talents that each employee brings to the company. Our people are our company’s most valuable asset. We are committed to providing an inclusive, diverse and equitable workplace where employees of different backgrounds feel valued and respected, regardless of their age, gender, race, ethnicity or religious background. We are committed to inspiring our employees to grow, act with ownership and find fulfilment and meaning in the work they do.

About Johnson Electric Group The Johnson Electric Group is a global leader in electric motors, actuators, motion subsystems and related electro‑mechanical components. It serves a broad range of industries including Automotive, Smart Metering, Medical Devices, Business Equipment, Home Automation, Ventilation, White Goods, Power Tools, Lawn & Garden Equipment, Warehouse Automation, Liquid Cooling and Robotic joints. The Group is headquartered in Hong Kong and employs over 30,000 individuals in over 20 countries worldwide. Johnson Electric Holdings Limited is listed on The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited (Stock Code: 179). For more information, visit johnsonelectric.com.