- Develop and manage essential quality documents, such as Process Control Plans, Work Instructions, Gauge Instructions, etc.
- Participate in the development and review of product and process documentation to ensure accuracy and completeness.
- Support new product launches by assisting with RFQs, including gauge plans and quotes.
- Monitor Customer Specific Requirements and customer portals and update documentation as required to ensure compliance
- Address and resolve customer concerns in a timely manner in their preferred format, which may include on-site presentations.
- Complete and submit Customer Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) packages and samples in a timely manner.
- Organize and lead team-based meetings to identify root cause and implement corrective actions for quality issues with customers or suppliers.
- Manage corrective action process to ensure resolution of internal/customer/supplier issues and maintain the Customer/Supplier Concern Log.
- Review and approve PPAP submissions from suppliers.
- Collaborate with core team on ongoing improvement initiatives.
- Train production employees on new products, including the use of gauges, fixtures, and in-depth instructions for final inspections, boundary samples, and procedures.
- Support quality assurance team to ensure compliance with customer requirements, and quality system.
- Complete dimensional reports, capability studies and measurement systems analysis.
- Perform internal/external audits (LPA, Quality System, Manufacturing Process Audits, Supplier, etc.) as per requirements.
- Interact and collaborate with all departments to resolve manufacturing issues, enhance processes, and address concerns.
- Post Secondary bachelor’s degree in engineering in relevant field (Manufacturing, Quality, Industrial).
- Minimum 6 years of experience in quality manufacturing in the automotive industry.
- Knowledge and experience with APQP, PPAP, PCP, PFMEA,8D, MSA, GD&T, Gauge R&R, and Metrology.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to apply statistical analysis methods to identify and address quality issues.
- Proficiency in reading and interpreting blueprint drawings and GD&T symbols.
- Advanced knowledge of applying Statistical Process Control (SPC) concepts.
- Understanding of metallurgical principles.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to create and deliver presentations to management, customers, and suppliers.
- Ability to prepare quality assurance reports outlining manufacturing issues, corrective actions, and preventative measures, customized for non-technical audiences such as clients and management.
- Familiarity with continuous improvement methodologies and the ability to drive and implement process improvement initiatives.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
- Ability to learn new software applications.
- Competitive Compensation
- Employee Benefits package includes but not limited to, Drug, Dental & Vision etc.
- Opportunities for career advancement.
- Sustainability Council
- Community based outreach supporting both local and global initiatives and charities.
- Discounts for local vendors and events, including auto supplier discounts.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Manufacturing, Quality, Industrial)
- Minimum 6 years of quality manufacturing experience in the automotive industry
- Knowledge and experience with APQP, PPAP, PCP, PFMEA, and 8D
- Experience with MSA, GD&T, Gauge R&R, and metrology
- Advanced knowledge and application of Statistical Process Control (SPC) and statistical analysis
- Proficiency in reading and interpreting blueprint drawings and GD&T symbols
- Understanding of metallurgical principles
- Experience preparing and submitting Customer PPAP packages and reviewing supplier PPAPs
- Experience organizing and leading root cause analysis and corrective action processes (including 8D)
- Experience performing internal and external audits (LPA, Quality System, Supplier audits)
- Ability to complete dimensional reports, capability studies, and measurement systems analysis
- Strong verbal and written communication and presentation skills for customers, suppliers, and management
- Familiarity with continuous improvement methodologies and ability to drive process improvements
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
- Ability to learn new software applications
What We Do
Linamar Corporation (TSX:LNR) is an advanced manufacturing company where the intersection of leading-edge technology and deep manufacturing expertise is creating solutions that power vehicles, motion, work and lives for the future. The Company is made up of two operating segments – the Industrial segment and the Mobility segment, both global leaders in manufacturing solutions and world-class developers of highly engineered products. The Industrial segment is comprised of Skyjack, MacDon and Salford. Skyjack manufactures scissor, boom and telehandler lifts for the aerial work platform industry. MacDon manufactures combine draper headers and self-propelled windrowers for the agricultural harvesting industry. Salford also supplies the agriculture market with farm tillage and crop fertilizer applicator equipment. The Mobility segment is focused on propulsion systems, structural and chassis systems, energy storage and power generation for both the global electrified and traditionally powered vehicle markets, and is subdivided into three regional groups and one global product group: North America, Europe, Asia Pacific and the newly formed Structures Group. The Regional Mobility groups are vertically integrated operations combining expertise in light metal casting, forging, machining and assembly. The Linamar Structures Group offers competitive lightweight innovations for safety-critical components and systems for the global mobility market. In addition, the eLIN Product Solutions Group focuses on Electrification and McLaren Engineering provides design, development, and testing services for the Mobility segment. Linamar’s medical solutions group, Linamar MedTech, focuses on manufacturing solutions for medical devices and precision medical components. Linamar has over 31,000 employees in 70 manufacturing locations, 14 R&D centres and 28 sales offices in 19 countries in North and South America, Europe and Asia, which generated sales of more than $7.9 billion in 2022.
