Quality Technician - GEC

Grote Industries; Southwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental care

Extended health care

Life insurance

On-site parking

Paid time off

RRSP match

Vision care

Job summary

Grote Electronics in Waterloo, Ontario, is seeking a Quality Technician on the night shift to conduct incoming, outgoing, and first-off inspections, perform failure analyses, and support quality systems and continuous improvement initiatives on production lines.

Responsibilities include audits to ISO/IATF16949, PPAP support, maintaining instrument calibration, reading engineering drawings, and documenting quality records; the role requires 2-3 years QA/QC experience in electronics and the

Qualifications

• Diploma or diploma-equivalent in electronics tech.
• 2-3 years QA/QC in electronics manufacturing.
• Experience inspecting electronic components/assemblies.
• Hands-on use of measuring instruments and gauges; calibration/verification.
• Knowledge of electronics components/assemblies.
• Soldering experience; IPC training an asset.
• Familiarity with IATF 16949; certification an asset.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and specs.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving.
• Able to work independently and in a team.
• Willingness for flexible schedule; able to lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Inspect components and assemblies and conduct audits to ensure compliance with specifications and IATF 16949 requirements.
• Support PPAP, failure analysis, corrective actions, and quality documentation.
• Perform incoming, outgoing, and first-off inspections according to procedures.
• Maintain calibration of inspection instruments and gauges; keep quality records updated.
• Assist verification and testing to resolve production quality issues.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, specs, and documentation.
• Contribute to continuous improvement activities and team goals.
• Work independently and in collaboration with the production team.

Skills

Quality Assurance

Inspection

Metrology

Soldering

IPC training

Root cause analysis

Reading drawings

Team player

Physical ability

Education

Diploma in Electronics Engineering Technology or Electronics Engineering Technician program

Tools

Calipers

Multimeter

Oscilloscope

Job description

Quality Technician - Night Shift

Position Summary

Reporting to the Quality Assurance Manager, the Quality Technician is responsible for conducting incoming, outgoing, and first-off inspections, performing failure analysis, and providing quality support for issues on production lines. The Quality Technician will also support quality system activities and continuous improvement initiatives in accordance with customer and company requirements.

Primary Responsibilities

• Inspect components and assemblies and conduct product and process audits to ensure compliance with specifications, engineering drawings, and IATF 16949 Automotive Quality Management System requirements.
• Support Quality Department activities, including PPAP, failure analysis, corrective actions, and related quality documentation.
• Perform incoming, outgoing, and first-off inspections in accordance with established procedures and specifications.
• Maintain the calibration of inspection instruments and gauges and ensure accurate and up-to-date quality records.
• Support verification and testing in accordance with engineering specifications to resolve quality issues on production lines.
• Conduct failure analysis of components, assemblies, and production issues and assist in identifying root causes and corrective actions.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and other technical documentation.
• Work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and quality improvement activities.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as required.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Diploma in Electronics Engineering Technology or Electronics Engineering Technician program.
• 2-3 years of Quality Assurance or Quality Control experience in an electronics manufacturing environment.
• Experience inspecting electronic components and assemblies.
• Hands-on experience using a variety of measuring instruments and gauges, including calibration and verification activities.
• Working knowledge of electronic components and assemblies.
• Soldering experience; IPC training/certification is an asset.
• Working knowledge and experience with IATF 16949 Automotive Quality Management Systems; IATF 16949 certification is an asset.
• Experience conducting failure analysis and troubleshooting quality issues identified during production and inspection.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and technical documentation.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and effectively in a team environment.
• Willingness and availability to work a flexible schedule as required.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Work Schedule

• Night shift 11:30 pm - 7:30 am
• Flexible scheduling may be required based on business and production needs.

Compliance Statement

Grote Electronics complies with the Ontario Employment Standards Act, 2000 (ESA) and all applicable employment laws. We are also committed to upholding the Ontario Human Rights Code, ensuring a workplace and recruitment process that is free from discrimination and barriers.

AI maybe used in selection process.

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $23-26 / hour

Benefits

• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• RRSP match
• Vision care

Work Location: In person. Waterloo, Ontario