Quality Assurance Specialist

AtkinsRéalis; Greenlawn (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

AtkinsRéalis is seeking a Quality Assurance Specialist to ensure quality standards in the nuclear industry. The role involves preparing QA manuals, conducting audits, and providing staff training. Ideal candidates will possess a university degree and at least 5 years of experience in quality assurance, along with knowledge of QA standards relevant to the nuclear sector.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Flexible benefits

Employee share plan

Defined contribution pension plan

Work-life balance

Health and safety focus

Learning and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years practical experience in quality assurance.
• Knowledge of QA standards applicable to nuclear industry.
• Ability to prepare and review QA Manuals/Plans.

Responsibilities

• Preparation and maintenance of Quality Assurance Manuals.
• Planning and conducting internal audits and self-assessments.
• Development of training programs on QA aspects.

Skills

Auditing

Self-assessment

Root cause analysis

Quality improvement

Communication

Education

University degree

Job description

Quality Assurance Specialist

AtkinsRéalis is one of Canada's largest private sector nuclear engineering groups. We have been providing a wide range of services to the nuclear industry in Canada and around the world since for more than 60 years. We are proud to be the steward of Canadian CANDU nuclear technology.

Location – Mississauga, ON

Your role within the team:

The Quality Assurance Professional reports to the Director of Quality Assurance - Management Assessment and TPO.

The key responsibilities for this position are:

• Preparation, maintenance and assistance in implementation of Quality Assurance Manuals, and procedures for QA Programs meeting the requirements of CSA N286, CSA N299, ISO 9001 and ASME code and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Planning conducting internal audits, self-assessments; and cause investigation, as required.
• Providing advice and guidance to staff on QA standard requirements and working with staff to address QA related issues.
• Development of training programs on various QA Program aspects and delivery of that training to staff.
• Provide guidance and coaching of new employees on the implementation of the QA programs.

Why choose AtkinsRéalis as an employer?

Because we offer:

• The opportunity to work on various major projects for internal and external clients.
• An exciting environment where work-life balance is important.
• A wide array of learning and development opportunities.
• Competitive pay, flexible benefits, an employee share plan, and a defined contribution pension plan.
• A work environment focused on health and safety.

The ideal candidate:

• University degree with a minimum of 5 years practical experience in quality assurance.
• Knowledge of QA standards applicable to nuclear industry, i.e. CSA N286-12 and N285.0, CSA N299, ISO 9001, ASME code.
• Ability to prepare, and review QA Manuals/Plans, procedures, operating instructions and QA documents and records.
• Auditing, self-assessment and root cause assessment skills. Knowledge and use of formal quality assurance problem analysis tools (i.e. root cause analysis) would be an asset.
• Able to develop, implement and maintain various aspects of CSA N286/CSA N285.0, CSA N 299 and ISO 9001 based QA Programs; independently analyze problems and develop and implement action plans for quality improvement projects, be able to organize and facilitate teamwork.
• Focused on execution of quality improvement projects; be able to deliver QA training to staff.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, ability to effectively communicate quality and technical matters with staff.

Are you up for this challenge? Apply today and join our team to help engineer a Better Future for our Planet and its People.

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