On behalf of our client, we are actively looking for a Quality Control Engineer for their location in Barrie, ON. This will be for a day shift. A fantastic opportunity to work with a leader in their industry!
The QC Engineer will work directly with the QC Manager, providing hands-on support in daily quality control operations, technical reviews, documentation, and process improvements. This is a growth-oriented position designed for an individual who is eager to develop leadership skills and advance into a Quality Control Manager role through demonstrated performance and initiative.
The QC Engineer will assist in developing, implementing, and maintaining comprehensive quality management systems to ensure that all manufactured products meet or exceed industry standards, client specifications, and applicable regulatory requirements. The successful candidate will play a key role in driving product consistency, ensuring compliance, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement across all production units.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Project Quality Oversight
- Review project specifications, drawings, and contracts to determine quality and testing requirements
- Develop and maintain project-specific quality control plans, inspection schedules, and documentation
- Coordinate with project managers to integrate quality milestones into project timelines
- Conduct quality reviews at critical project phases and hold points
- Ensure full traceability of materials, inspection records, and test results
- Take QVE responsibilities and prepare, sign and seal Certificate of Conformance
- Review of precast reports
Team Collaboration & Training
Work closely with the QC Manager and the quality control team to support production operationsAssist in developing and delivering training programs for QC personnelDevelop and review SOP & Work instructionsPromote a strong culture of quality awareness, accountability, and continuous improvementCollaborate with plant Managers to resolve quality issues and implement preventive actionsCompliance & Reporting
Support compliance with applicable standards and certifications, including CSA, AWWA, NSF-61, CPCQA, BNQ, and Schedule AAssist in maintaining annual certifications such as SCC, and in responding to DSM inquiriesPrepare and maintain quality reports, metrics, and performance summaries for management reviewLiaise with clients, consultants, and third-party inspection agencies to address technical and compliance mattersSupport management of NCRs, corrective actions, and root cause analysisSkills, Education & Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Civil EngineeringP.Eng. designationMinimum 3 years of quality control experience within the precast industryProven track record working with MTO, Metrolinx, and City of Toronto projectsThorough understanding of CSA A23.1 / 2, CSA A23.4, and OPSS standardsStrong technical knowledge of concrete QC testing methods including AVS, RCP, Salt Scaling, Linear Shrinkage, Compressive Strength, and Flexural Beam testingProficiency in quality management systems, documentation control, and inspection equipmentAbility to interpret working drawings and fabrication detailsStrong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilitiesExcellent written and verbal communication skillsStrong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate across departmentsHigh attention to detail and a commitment to safety and quality excellenceAbility to work under pressure and meet tight deadlinesExceptional organizational and time-management skills