Join Our Team as a Quality Specialist!
Valiant TMS, a global industry leader, is hiring a Quality Specialist to join our team in Windsor, Ontario. In this role, you will provide quality support for our Body-in-White (BIW) division, helping ensure the successful delivery of innovative manufacturing, tooling, and automation solutions. You’ll play a critical part in maintaining and improving quality systems, leading continuous improvement initiatives, and ensuring compliance with customer and regulatory requirements.
As a Quality Specialist, you will collaborate closely with project management, engineering, manufacturing, and customers to uphold our high standards for performance, safety, and innovation.
What you’ll get to do
Support project quality planning in alignment with customer Statements of Work, specifications, and applicable standards.
Collaborate with Project Managers and Engineering during all project phases to ensure lessons learned and continuous improvement initiatives are captured and implemented.
Lead or participate in cross-functional teams to investigate non-conformances, conduct root cause analysis, and drive corrective/preventive actions using tools such as 8D methodology.
Promote and apply best practices in Design for Manufacture, Assembly, Repair, Maintenance, and Service during Design Reviews.
Participate in internal buy-offs, customer buy-offs, and supplier buy-offs, ensuring all quality requirements are met.
Utilize quality and continuous improvement tools such as Pareto Charts, Fishbone Diagrams, SIPOC, Process Mapping, and PDCA to drive performance and process improvements.
Lead and manage critical quality improvement projects, including scope definition, risk assessment, benefit analysis, and implementation timelines.
Collect and analyze project quality performance data, reporting on cost of quality (CoQ), non-conformance trends, and 8D effectiveness.
Interpret and support the implementation of Quality Management System (QMS) standards applicable to the organization.
Participate in and support SR&ED activities by maintaining quality records, analyzing project data, validating processes, and assisting with the documentation of research, development, and innovation efforts.
Conduct internal audits and participate in external audits to support compliance and drive QMS improvements.
Serve as a customer advocate within the organization, ensuring quality expectations are met and exceeded.
What we are looking for
A university degree in engineering, science, or a related discipline; a college diploma in industrial engineering or technology will also be considered. Engineering degree preferred.
Minimum of 3 years of experience in a manufacturing, tooling, or industrial environment.
Good knowledge of quality tools, lean manufacturing, and continuous improvement methodologies.
Proficiency in root cause analysis techniques and structured problem-solving.
Strong data analysis skills and a detail-oriented, analytical mindset.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams and with customers.
Strong organizational and coaching abilities, with a track record of building cross-functional partnerships.
Self-motivated, with a passion for learning and continuous improvement.
Must be legally authorized to work in Canada. Travel to the USA may occasionally be required.
What we offer
Competitive health, dental, vision, employee assistance, and wellness benefits, beginning on the first day of employment.
Tuition reimbursement.
Pension, life, and disability insurance upon completion of the probationary period.
We believe in investing in our people. When you join our company, you become part of an organization that values your professional development and provides ample opportunities for career growth.
Work alongside a talented and diverse group of individuals who are dedicated to achieving excellence.
The expected annual compensation for this position is $50,000-$55,000. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as education, experience, skillset, or location. This posting is for an existing vacancy. Valiant TMS does not require Canadian work experience and does not use artificial intelligence (AI) to screen or assess applicants.
If you’re passionate about quality, problem-solving, and continuous improvement, and want to be part of a company that values excellence, apply today!
All applicants will receive consideration for employment in accordance with all applicable provincial and national laws.
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