Quality Engineering Specialist

Johnson Electric Group; Hamilton; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Comprehensive benefits

Disability accommodations

Professional development

Job summary

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

You will collaborate with customer SQEs and suppliers, review PPAP submissions, and mentor technicians to meet ISO/IATF quality standards and safety objectives.

Qualifications

• Experience with manufacturing and automotive quality requirements.
• Knowledge of ISO/IATF quality standards.
• Proficiency with quality tools (FMEA, PPAP, SPC, DOE).

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement cell-based quality systems to meet customer, employee, and shareholder expectations.
• Lead CI projects and drive root-cause resolution for quality issues.
• Review and approve Supplier PPAP submissions and ensure QOS alignment with customers.
• Coach Quality Technicians to meet customer requirements and ISO/environmental standards.
• Collaborate with customer SQEs to ensure product quality across the supply chain.

Skills

Automotive quality standards

Problem solving

Supplier quality management

Communication skills

Continuous improvement

Education

Engineering degree or applied science diploma

Tools

FMEA

PPAP

SPC

DOE

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‐timeAs 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.## **How to Apply:**Apply online at **www.johnsonelectric.com** – We can’t wait to meet you!## **What We Offer:**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.**