Why Redlen Technologies?
Redlen Technologies is a pioneering company that has revolutionized the semiconductor crystal growth and fabrication process.
At Redlen Technologies, innovation is at the heart of everything we do. Our founder's visionary work with the Canadian Space Agency laid the foundation for our groundbreaking Cadmium Zinc Telluride (CZT) sensors, revolutionizing medical imaging, security imaging, and non-destructive testing. We are driving a quantum leap forward in medical CT scanners, elevating diagnostic accuracy while reducing radiation dose– a technological feat that has earned us global recognition. With a commitment to excellence, we have earned the trust of Fortune 500 industry customers, leading to our acquisition by Canon Inc. for $430M– a testament to our industry leadership.
With over 200 dedicated professionals, we take pride in fostering a work environment where Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) professionals thrive. As an equal opportunity employer we demonstrate that diversity drives innovation, and we are passionate about building a future where every employee contributes to our mission-driven success. Redlen's teams, mirroring the multifaceted diversity of Canadian society, exemplify our commitment to leveraging a wide range of ideas and backgrounds as a driving force for innovation, business excellence, and pioneering advancements in STEM.
Reporting to the Director, Quality Assurance, the successful applicant will be responsible for ensuring our manufacturing processes and outputs align with the organization’s QA goal to implement robust solutions to minimize the risk of nonconformities both during production and in the final product at the customer and at the end user.
As this role directly supports our manufacturing operations, it is a 100% onsite role at our Raven’s Landing facility in Saanichton, BC.
Key responsibilities:
- Management of Process FMEAs & Control Plans.
- Creation, release and periodic review.
- Implement and monitor the effectiveness of preventive actions.
- Development and administration of the Process Audit Program.
- Define and follow annual audit schedule.
- Follow standardized Process Audit Checklist.
- As a result of Manufacturing Group’s defect failure analysis:
- Lead root cause investigation.
- Identify and implement containment and/or mitigating actions.
- Feedback supplier failures to Supplier QA Engineer.
- Implement corrective actions.
- Monitor the effectiveness of corrective actions.
- Support the introduction and verification of new or revised manufacturing processes in collaboration with the Manufacturing and Operational Ramp Execution Groups.
- Administer the Change Control Process (CARP).
- Review and approve changes under the Process Development Framework Program.
- Verify compliance to Environmental Regulations i.e. RoHS, REACH, etc. and other company environmental requirements.
- Support New Product Introduction (NPI) with review and approval of Gate Reviews and SOPs.
- Support Customer QA Engineer on quality issues, complaints and audits, as required.
- Review and approve process deviations (Change Notice), as required.
- Support GR&R/MSA studies in collaboration with Manufacturing Group, as required
- Support Manufacturing Group’s continuous improvement initiatives through Lean methodologies.
- Develop and maintain Visual Inspection Standards and provide training for QA Technicians and Manufacturing Technicians.
- Develop and administer a Root Cause Analysis training program for the Operations Group.
- Track, prepare and present process performance using quality data
- Other duties as may be required from time to time.
Experience
- Minimum 8 years’ manufacturing experience with at least 5 years in a QA Engineering role.
- ISO 9001, ISO 13485 or equivalent QMS experience
- Demonstrated experience leading QA engineering activities in a technical, cross-functional manufacturing environment.
- A strong working knowledge of problem-solving tools and techniques.
- Strong working skills and experience with statistical software (such as JMP or Minitab)
Skills/Additional requirements:
- Outstanding interpersonal skills and to be able to work in a team environment
- Highly collaborative with strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Detail-oriented with a methodical approach.
- Demonstrate positive attitude and self-motivation.
- Good organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects.
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, either Manufacturing, Mechanical, Industrial or Electrical/Electronic.
- Lean/Six Sigma certification, an advantage.
- Internal Auditor certification.
Salary Range: $100,000 - $120,000 CAD
At Redlen, we prioritize clarity in our hiring process. The salary range posted above reflects the minimum and maximum for new hire salaries, taking into account factors such as job-related skills and expertise, relevant training and education, and business needs. It is common for ranges to span multiple levels in order to attract top talent across experience levels. It is uncommon to be hired at the top of the range; however, in exceptional cases where a candidate's skills and expertise significantly exceed the role's requirements, we may consider offering a higher salary. If you believe your skill set falls outside this range and you’re interested in exploring opportunities with Redlen, please reach out to our People & Culture Team (T.A. Specialists or Business Partners), specifying how your expertise aligns with our teams, so we can collaborate on potential opportunities. We believe in developing those that demonstrate quality performance and promise.
Total Rewards and Benefits
- Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
- RRSP retirement plan with employer match component.
- Professional development opportunities.
- Generous paid time off and holidays.
- Vibrant and inclusive workplace culture.
