Quality Engineering Specialist

Johnson Electric Group; Mississauga; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson Electric Group in Mississauga, ON, onsite, is seeking a Quality Engineering Specialist to drive customer and supplier quality, implement SPC, and lead root-cause analyses. Travel to the USA, Mexico, and Asia is required to support global operations.

A five-year QA background in manufacturing and a degree in a related field are preferred. The role emphasizes PPAP/APQP, FMEA, and continuous improvement while maintaining ISO/IATF standards.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Engineering, or related technical field.
• Minimum five years of experience in Quality Engineering/QA within manufacturing.
• Strong problem-solving and root-cause analysis skills.
• Knowledge of SPC, QA practices, error-proofing methods, and tool design.
• Familiarity with IATF 16949 and automotive quality systems.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, organizational, and leadership skills.
• Ability to travel internationally as required.

Responsibilities

• Manage quality performance by ensuring customer-specific requirements are communicated and implemented throughout operations.
• Lead structured problem-solving initiatives, root cause analyses, and corrective actions.
• Contain, review, and disposition nonconforming materials in accordance with product specifications.
• Maintain customer relationships through regular communication and quality performance reviews.
• Manage customer portals, quality scorecards, and performance metrics.
• Develop supplier relationships, monitor supplier performance, and drive quality improvements.
• Lead internal and external corrective action processes.
• Analyze statistical data and apply SPC methodologies to improve process capability and reduce nonconformances.
• Monitor scrap levels and implement cost-reduction and quality improvement initiatives.
• Train inspectors and production associates on gauge use, inspection standards, quality procedures, and corrective actions.
• Create and maintain PPAP packages, Control Plans, FMEAs, APQP documentation, and related quality records.
• Address daily production quality concerns and develop rework strategies and acceptance criteria.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives related to Quality, Productivity, Engineering, and IATF compliance.
• Ensure compliance with IATF 16949, ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and all applicable Quality and EHS requirements.

Skills

Quality engineering

Problem-solving

Customer quality management

Supplier quality

Statistical process control (SPC)

Education

Diploma or degree in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Engineering, or related technical field

Job description

# **Join Our Team as a Quality Engineering Specialist at Johnson Electric!****Location:** Mississauga, ON (onsite) **Salary Range:** $80,000 - $90,000 annually **Vacancy Type:** Existing Position **Travel:** USA, Mexico, and Asia as required As our next **Quality Engineering Specialist**, you’ll be at the forefront of ensuring products meet customer expectations while supporting efficient manufacturing operations. Your expertise in **quality engineering, problem-solving, customer quality management, supplier quality, and continuous improvement** will be critical in improving product quality, reducing defects, and supporting new business growth. ## **Why You’ll Love Working Here:*** **Employee Well-being**: Focus on employee health and well-being with various wellness programs and initiatives.* **Sustainability Commitment**: Work for a company committed to sustainability and making a positive impact on the environment.* **Inclusive Workplace**: An inclusive and diverse workplace where all employees are valued and respected.* **Technological Leadership:** Be part of a company that is a leader in its field, driving technological advancements. ## **What You’ll Be Doing:*** Manage quality performance by ensuring customer-specific requirements are communicated and implemented throughout operations* Lead structured problem-solving initiatives, root cause analyses, and corrective actions* Contain, review, and disposition nonconforming materials in accordance with product specifications* Maintain customer relationships through regular communication and quality performance reviews* Manage customer portals, quality scorecards, and performance metrics* Develop supplier relationships, monitor supplier performance, and drive quality improvements* Lead internal and external corrective action processes* Analyze statistical data and apply SPC methodologies to improve process capability and reduce nonconformances* Monitor scrap levels and implement cost-reduction and quality improvement initiatives* Train inspectors and production associates on gauge use, inspection standards, quality procedures, and corrective actions* Create and maintain PPAP packages, Control Plans, FMEAs, APQP documentation, and related quality records* Address daily production quality concerns and develop rework strategies and acceptance criteria* Participate in continuous improvement initiatives related to Quality, Productivity, Engineering, and IATF compliance* Ensure compliance with IATF 16949, ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and all applicable Quality and EHS requirements ## **What We’re Looking For:*** Diploma or degree in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Engineering, or a related technical field* Minimum five years of experience in Quality Engineering or Quality Assurance within a manufacturing environment* Strong hands-on experience with structured problem-solving and root cause analysis tools* Solid understanding of SPC, quality assurance practices, error-proofing methods, and tool design* Working knowledge of IATF 16949 and automotive quality systems* Excellent interpersonal, communication, organizational, and leadership skills* Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively under tight deadlines in a fast-paced manufacturing environment* Willingness and ability to travel internationally as required ## **Bonus Points If You Have:*** Powder Metallurgy Technologist Level 1 certification* Experience supporting automotive manufacturing operations* Experience leading APQP, PPAP, and new product launch activities* Strong customer-facing and supplier development experience* Experience implementing scrap-reduction and continuous improvement programs ## **How to Apply**Apply online at **www.johnsonelectric.com**. We can’t wait to meet you!