Quality Engineer

Scarborough, ON, CA, Canada

Job Description

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Quality Engineer

Reports to:

Quality Manager

Date:

September 2025

About Merrithew:


Merrithew is the global leader in mind-body education and equipment. Founded in 1988, the company has trained more than 80,000 instructors and partners worldwide, developed six innovative education programs-- STOTT PILATES, ZENoGA, Total Barre, Halo Training, Merrithew Fascial Movement and CORE(TM) Athletic Conditioning & Performance Training(TM)-- and has produced an extensive line of professional and at-home equipment and accessories for personal and professional use.


Join Merrithew in its mission to inspire people worldwide to lead healthier lives through premium education programs and cutting-edge equipment. With a focus on world-class education and industry-leading equipment, Merrithew is dedicated to promoting optimal fitness and wellness for all.

Position Overview:


The Quality Engineer is responsible for supporting the organization's QMS, ensuring product and process compliance with regulatory, customer and internal requirements. The role will drive continuous improvement initiatives, manage quality documentation and oversee a team of quality inspectors. The Quality Engineer role will play a key role in new product launches, ensuring specifications are properly defined, verified and validated and that product qualification activities meet the requirements.

Major Responsibilities:

Supervise and provide daily direction to Quality Inspectors. Provide training on inspection techniques, documentation and compliance requirements within the organization. Maintain, identify gaps and continuously improve the Quality Management System (QMS). Ensure compliance with CE, Medical Devices requirements and other relevant regulations. Lead Internal investigations of nonconformances, customer complaints and process deviations. Ensuring effective root cause analysis and CAPA implementation. Work closely with suppliers to close SCARS and verify actions. Support and conduct internal and external audits as required. Maintain document control program. Develop and update Quality Procedures, Work instructions, Forms, Checklists, etc. Own and plan for product inspection at various stages of production cycle, including incoming inspection, in-process and final inspection. Monitor and analyze inspection results and act accordingly. Own ECR/ ECN process, ensure change requests and notices are reviewed, approved and closed on time with proper evidence and documentation. Lead product qualification and validation activities. Develop, implement and maintain Stage Gate process for new product launches. Collaborate with Engineering, Design, Purchasing, Operation teams to define quality requirements for new products and ensure manufacturability. Perform Risk Analysis and develop control plans. Participate in lean and process improvements initiatives to reduce defects and improve yield. Review and approve product specification. Drawings and inspection criteria. Other duties as assigned.

Skills and Qualifications:


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Post-Secondary education in Engineering, Quality or a related technical field. 3-5 years' experience in Quality Assurance in a manufacturing environment, preferably in a medical device field. In depth understanding of a Quality Management System and requirements of ISO 9001, ISO 13485, and preferably EU Medical Devices Regulations. Strong knowledge of quality tools and methodologies such as FMEA, 8D, Lean Manufacturing. Proven experience in leading internal investigations and managing SCARS with suppliers. Proficiency in understanding technical drawings, specifications and GD&T. Experience using measurement tools (e.g. micrometers, vernier calipers, surface gauges, etc.) Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, Power Point. Quality certification is considered an asset (e.g. Lean and Six Sigma Green Belt, CQE) Excellent time and project management skills with a high attention to detail. A team player with excellent communication and leadership skills.


Merrithew is committed to providing accessible employment practices that comply with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).


Merrithew is committed to providing a barrier-free access workplace. If you need accommodation at any stage of your application, or want more information on our accommodation policies, please contact us "careers@merrithew.com"


Merrithew is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our organization respects and follows the letter and spirit of the Ontario Human Rights Code. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or any other code grounds.

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD2774723
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Scarborough, ON, CA, Canada
  • Education
    Not mentioned