Specialist, Quality Assurance

Velan Inc.; Montreal; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A global industrial valve manufacturer in Montreal is seeking a Specialist, Quality Assurance. This role involves ensuring that product quality standards are met through various quality assurance processes. Ideal candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree and extensive experience in quality assurance and engineering. The company offers competitive salary, bonuses, and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary and bonus

Comprehensive insurance program

401(k) with employer contribution

Company events (health, family, sports, etc.)

Fast career progression and professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• 5+ years of work in an engineering field.
• 3+ years of Quality Assurance, Quality Control or Quality Management in an ISO 9001 manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with ASME/ANSI standards and material specifications.

Responsibilities

• Write Instructions (QCI, ITP, procedures) based on customer requirements.
• Participate as QA representative in Project Management meetings.
• Perform internal quality audits.

Skills

Quality Assurance expertise

ISO 9001 standards knowledge

Mechanical Engineering

Problem-solving abilities

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Metallurgical or Industrial engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Job description

Velan is a global leader in the design and manufacture of industrial valves. Founded in Montreal, the company is recognized for the quality of its products, its technical expertise, and its human and collaborative corporate culture.

We are currently seeking a Specialist, Quality Assurance who will report to the Director, Quality Assurance and contribute to reviewing customers’ contract requirements and participate in the development and implementation of required processes ensuring that the product quality standards are met.

What we offer

• Competitive salary and bonus
• Comprehensive insurance program
• 401(k) and 401(k) with employer contribution
• Company events (health, family, sports, etc.)
• Fast career progression and professional development opportunities
  
  

Responsibilities

• Write Instructions (QCI, ITP, procedures) based on requirements contained in the customer’s order and specifications
• Initial submittal to Customer and follow up of the project related documents (QCIs, ITP, procedures, etc.)
• Participate as QA representative in Velan Project Management meetings
• Participate in the development and the implementation of various Velan standard quality procedures and instructions
• Evaluate non-conformities as an active member of the Material Review Board
• Perform internal quality audits, participate in audits performed by external parties
• Interact with customer representatives and regulatory authorities
• Review and approve government and nuclear production orders
• Review and approve purchase orders to suppliers
  
  

Your profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, metallurgical or Industrial engineering, or a related field of engineering
• Minimum of 5 years of work in an engineering field
• Minimum of 3 years of Quality Assurance, Quality Control or Quality management in an ISO 9001 manufacturing environment
• ASME/ANSI standards and material specifications relevant to the pressure vessel or piping/fittings industry
• ISO 9001 and NQA-1; qualified as auditor is an asset
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Superior English communication and writing
• Ability to work under pressure and time management skills
• Excellent problem solving abilities and detail oriented
  
  

If you recognize yourself in this profile and would like to take on this challenge, we would love to learn more about you!