Job Title: Quality Technician
Location: Cambridge, Ontario
Company: Tenneco
Job Type: Full-Time
About Us - The Tenneco Way
We build what vehicles cannot run without — clean air, powertrain, and ride performance systems engineered to perform under real-world pressure.
The Tenneco Way drives how we deliver, aligning our teams around speed, discipline, and execution that uphold uncompromising quality while managing complexity at scale.
From the precision of the Formula 1® grid to the demands of everyday mobility, performance leaves no room for compromise.
Neither do we.
Our Sustainable Competitive Advantage
At Tenneco, we don’t follow industry standards—we set them. While others aim to be best-in-class, we push ourselves to go further, to deliver more, to do what others can’t. How do we do it? Through The Tenneco Way.
It’s a culture that demands excellence, shapes leaders, and develops world-class talent. It challenges us, rewards effort, and builds a deep sense of allegiance across our teams. These qualities differentiate us, enabling Tenneco to achieve our purpose: to become the most trusted partner and the best manufacturer and distributor in the transportation industry.
Be Part of Team Tenneco
As a Team Tenneco member, you're not just another cog in the automotive machine. You're the driving force behind the parts that make vehicles safer, cleaner, and more efficient. From Fortune 500 automakers to your local repair shop, our tech is everywhere. Think global reach meets startup energy – that's us. We're not afraid to get our hands dirty or push boundaries. If you're ready to accelerate your career, Tenneco is your pit stop to success.
Position Summary
The candidate in this position will is responsible for testing and assisting with quality product & process audits. Primarily responsibilities include but are not limited to Lab/Operator Safety, Dimensional and Weld Analysis, Gauge Management including calibrations, records management, certification, etc. to comply with Company, IATF, ISO and ASME standards as applicable.
Major Duties and Responsibilities
· Product Audits including, In-process product inspections, scheduled dimensional tests, quick dimensional verifications, etc.
· LPA audits, process audits, quality alert / process change audits and monitoring
· Utilize manual gauging and operate FARO AND CREAFORM EQUIPMENT as needed.
· Detailed usage of GD&T techniques
· engineering drawing interpretations
· Extensive use of Polyworks, Solidworks and MicroSoft Office Software
· Inspect and monitor weld analysis activities
· Assist in scheduling & monitoring other lab activities
· Train operators on quality alerts, gauge and weld procedures
· Preparing inspection reports for internal and external use
· Reporting results to relevant departments & Engineers; assist and provide support as required for improvement activities
· Inspecting incoming material per receiving inspection requirements.
· Sorting of product based on visual aids.
· Completion of necessary forms and paperwork.
· Understand TS processes for nonconforming material, identification, and inspection processes.
· All other assignments necessary to support internal and external customers.
· Adhere to all H&S, environmental laws and procedures.
· May measure or weigh products to assess conformity to quality standards requiring basic math skills.
· Use technical skills and knowledge to identify cause of problem.
· Use computer applications to monitor quality.
· Actively participate in ongoing continual improvement activities and initiatives
· Participate and support the EHS management system
Minimum Qualifications
· Minimum, College Diploma in related field
· Previous welding experience is an asset
· Knowledge of S.P.C. i.e. Histograms, X and R charts, Cpk.
· Familiar with TS-16949 requirements considered an asset.
· Must be able to read blueprints and interpret engineering drawings in addition to GD&T, Weld Symbols.
· Able to use measuring equipment effectively, micrometers, verniers, height and bore gauges.
· Ability to resolve conflicts and determine reasons for errors in products.
· Possess interpersonal skills to interact with supervisor to coordinate work and exchange information.
· Ability to work independently, coordinating work with work of others (i.e. operators, supervisors) as needed.
· Maintain continuous learning in order to keep up with new developments in field.
We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates throughout the recruitment and selection process.
Pay: $60,000.00-$68,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- On-site parking
- Vision care
Work Location: In person
