Supervisor, Quality

Linamar
Guelph, Canada
Career-pivot friendly

Who this role is best for

Strong fit for quality professionals with leadership experience who can implement and maintain industry-specific standards in a Canadian-based manufacturing environment.

Best fit for

  • Candidates with 5-7 years in quality or manufacturing and leadership experience in team management
    — “Minimum of 2 years of experience in a leadership role.”
  • Individuals skilled in quality planning and supporting product launches with process expertise
    — “Support product launches and be involved in quality planning.”
  • Candidates with a background in interpreting blueprints and GD&T for precision quality control
    — “Ability to interpret blueprints and Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing.”

Things to consider

  • The role requires a hands-on approach to quality standards and process improvement
    — “Oversee the efficient implementation of quality standards, programs, and processes.”
  • Candidates should be prepared for direct supervision of on-site quality personnel
    — “Supervise Quality inspectors and Gauge Technicians in the facility.”

How to stand out

  • Highlight experience with TS16949 / ISO14001 and your ability to lead quality teams.
    — “Functional knowledge of SPC, TS16949 / ISO14001, MSA, PPAP and APQP”
  • Emphasize your track record in reducing production waste and improving operational efficiency.
    — “Oversee the efficient implementation of quality standards, programs, and processes to improve operational efficiencies and reduce/eliminate production waste.”
  • Showcase your ability to mentor and coach quality personnel in your resume and interviews.
    — “Provides leadership, mentoring and supervision of Quality personnel.”
Pace · SteadyCollaboration · HighAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Team

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What success looks like

  • efficient implementation of quality standards
  • reduction of production waste
Typical background
5-7 years experience in quality or manufacturing

Skills & requirements

Required

Quality ControlQuality AssuranceQuality PlanningQuality Standards ImplementationQuality Improvement

Preferred

IATF Internal Audit System

Stack & domain

Quality Department CoordinationQuality InspectorsGauge TechniciansTest ProceduresProductsRaw MaterialsTest EquipmentSupport Production RequirementsIATF Internal Audit SystemLPASPCTs16949Iso14001MSAPPAPAPQPCMM ProgrammingMicrosoft WordExcelOutlookLeadershipMentoringSupervisionEvaluationPerformance ReviewsOngoing CoachingFeedbackSupporting Product LaunchesQuality PlanningImproving Operational EfficienciesReducing Production WasteSupporting IATF Internal Audit SystemParticipating In LPAASQ CertificationQA ProgramQualityManufacturing

About the role

Original posting from Linamar

Job Title: Supervisor, Quality 

Job Summary 

Coordinate daily activities of the Quality department. Prioritize and assign tasks to ensure that the team’s resources are used effectively, and that work schedules and targets are met. Monitor the performance of equipment and processes; identify, troubleshoot, and resolve scheduling problems to maintain efficient operations.  

Responsibility 

Supervise Quality inspectors and Gauge Technicians in the facility.  

Provides leadership, mentoring and supervision of Quality personnel.  

Develops and recommends test procedures for products, raw materials and maintains test equipment.  Supports production requirements.  

Evaluate employees through performance reviews, ongoing coaching, and feedback.   

Support product launches and be involved in quality planning.  

Oversee the efficient implementation of quality standards, programs, and processes to improve operational efficiencies and reduce/eliminate production waste.    

Supports IATF internal audit system and participates in LPA.  

Academic/Educational Requirements 

Completion of secondary school is required.  

ASQ Certification and/or certificate in QA Program an asset. 

Required Skills/Experience 

Minimum of 5 to 7 years of experience in a quality or manufacturing environment.  

Minimum of 2 years of experience in a leadership role.  

Ability to interpret blueprints and Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing.   

Functional knowledge of SPC, TS16949 / ISO14001, MSA, PPAP and APQP  

CMM Programming experience is an asset.   

Ability to use basic computer applications and software such as Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.   

What Linamar Has to Offer 

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. 

About Us 

Linamar Corporation is a Canadian-founded global manufacturer, renowned for its advanced engineering and innovative product development across diverse industries and markets. Our journey started in 1966 under the visionary leadership of our founder, and today, we remain committed to cultivating a culture of innovation and collaboration. 

With access to state-of-the-art tools and resources, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact alongside a team of driven and passionate professionals. Join us and be part of a company where innovation, collaboration, and growth are at the heart of everything we do. 

Linamar is committed to promoting accessible recruitment as outlined in the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.  Linamar will attempt to accommodate persons with a disability in an appropriate and effective manner throughout all stages of the recruitment process.  Accommodations will be provided upon request.

Source: Linamar careers

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