Job Description

SLACAN Industries Inc. is Canada's largest designer and manufacturer of Poleline Hardware, which includes a full line of Transmission and Distribution products. We service the OEM market including agricultural, mining, and other industries. Our in-house processes include forgings, hot / cold stampings and weldments.


Our Company is growing and we are currently looking for a Quality Technician to join the team!

Why Work at Slacan?

Excellent company paid benefit and wellness package Group RRSP (5% Company Contribution and 4% matching) 3 weeks vacation to start Employee Family Assistance Program Employee events throughout the year (i.e. food truck days, ice cream days, Slacan giveaways) Bi-monthly Company Newsletter Opportunities for career development

Position Overview

This position is for someone looking for an exciting and dynamic work environment with a hands-on approach to Quality. The role requires leadership abilities and a track record of working autonomously. This position reports to the Quality Assurance Manager.

Responsibilities

Inspection of raw materials, purchased parts, in-process and/or finished goods in accordance with Engineering and/or customer drawings and specifications. Prepare inspection reports, NCR/CAR reports either on computer or manually, as required. Operate testing equipment in lab to determine if product meets requirements. Maintain system of calibration for measuring instruments and gauges. Provide technical support to Engineering for failure analysis, testing and prototype development. Check quality of work of small custom structural fabrication team. Interpret and understand applicable Engineering drawings, specifications and standards. At receiving inspection, maintain the established inspection procedures when examining manufactured and purchased components. Other duties as assigned by the Company.

Knowledge and Experience

3-5 years of quality assurance and detailed quality inspection experience in steel manufacturing. Post-secondary diploma in Metallurgy or related field. Ability to interpret and understand applicable Engineering drawings, specifications and standards. Knowledge of materials (particularly steel) as required. Strong English verbal and written communication skills. Able to use measuring instruments and gauges and have knowledge of calibration systems. Good mechanical aptitude to learn laboratory testing and metallographic equipment as required for production testing and design/prototype tests. Must have working knowledge of manufacturing processes including forging, heat treating, machining and assembly. Familiar with special processes including galvanizing, painting and coatings. Understand the principles and adherence of the Quality Management system under IS0 9011:2008. Ability to work with minimal supervision is required. Self-starter and self-motivation is essential.

This position requires shift rotations determined by operational needs. The shift schedules are as follows but may change at any time due to operational needs:

Day shift 7:00 am -3:30 pm Afternoon shift 2:30 pm -11:00 pm * Split shift on rotation 10:30 am - 7:00 pm