Quality Engineer

Job Title: Quality EngineerLocation: Brampton, ONEmployment Type: Direct placementIndustry: MiningCompensation: $80K - $90K/: 40 hrs/Week. About the Opportunity:-Reporting directly to the Quality Manager, this role is responsible for supporting and advancing the objectives of the Quality Department through active participation in quality system development, continuous improvement initiatives, and cross-functional collaboration. -The position requires a solutions-focused quality professional who demonstrates ownership, accountability, and sound judgment in addressing challenges, while contributing expertise, driving compliance with established standards, and strengthening overall departmental performance through teamwork and continuous learning. Why You'll Love Working Here:-Supportive, team-driven culture that values collaboration, transparency, and accountability.-Opportunity to grow your career with a global workforce solutions leader serving multiple industries.-People-first environment that encourages employees to bring their authentic selves to work.-Strong focus on partnership, innovation, and delivering meaningful results for clients and candidates. Why This Opportunity is Exciting:This role offers the opportunity to join a company that prioritizes both people and performance—where your contributions directly impact client success while providing you with room to grow and develop professionally. About Acara SolutionsAcara is a premier recruiting and workforce solutions provider- we help companies compete for talent. With experience across industries worldwide, we partner with clients, listen to their needs, and design talent solutions that deliver the business outcomes they want. We draw on decades of experience to provide contingent staffing, direct placement, executive search, and workforce services worldwide. Sound like a good fit?APPLY TODAY What You'll Do:-Lead the launch and transfer of new products to production through the APQP process and prepare Production Part Approvals (PPAPs) for new and existing products.-Develop, update, and maintain control plans, PFMEAs, process flow diagrams, and other quality and manufacturing documentation.-Develop and maintain FMEAs, control plans, flow charts, quality inspection instructions, and SOPs.-Act as a technical resource for all automotive requirements.-Work directly with customers and the sales team to provide technical expertise on quality issues.-Conduct capability studies and GR&R as needed.-Manage customer complaints and quarantine and disposition non-conforming material promptly.-Work with cross-functional teams to develop corrective actions using problem-solving tools (5 Whys, fishbone). -Train team members on the use of these tools as needed.-Prepare reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing data, and making recommendations.-Provide direction and support to QA.-Provide input in designing and developing check fixtures and gauges.-Assist with the development, implementation, and maintenance of the Quality Management System and processes.-Conduct internal audits.-Perform other duties and projects as assigned by the manager or their designee. What You'll Bring:-High School Diploma or GED.-5+ years of direct automotive manufacturing experience.-5+ years of experience in AIAG Core Tools (APQP, FMEA, MSA, SPC, PPAP), continuous improvement (customer support), and systemic/product quality.-5+ years of experience in dimensional reports, statistical studies, data reporting, and facilitating problem-solving activities based on dimensional findings.-5+ years of experience in calibration and measurement analysis of various inspection and testing instruments.-5+ years of experience in conducting root cause analysis and implementing corrective and preventive actions for nonconforming products and processes (8D).-5+ years of experience in presenting technical information to customers.-8+ years of experience as a Quality Engineer in a manufacturing environment. What Sets You Apart:-Working towards ASQ certification through the American Society of Quality (ASQ) for the Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) designation.-Certified Lead Auditor.-Demonstrated ability to professionally interact with and negotiate with customers on quality concerns in a manufacturing environment, consistently achieving positive resolution.-ASQ CQE Certification.-Good knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).-Ability to verify the effectiveness of corrective and preventive actions.-Excellent written and oral communication skills.-Outstanding knowledge of technology and computer programs (Microsoft Office Suite)-Knowledge of ISO 9001:2015 and IATF.-Highly motivated and driven individual.-Independent self-starter capable of working with minimal supervision.-Detailed knowledge of aluminum extrusion, fabrication, and finishing processes. Additional Information:-Upon offer of employment, the individual will be subject to a background check.-Willingness to travel within Canada and the US, with a valid passport. After you apply, you may receive a call or message from our AI Talent Scout about this role or other opportunities that match your skills and preferences. AI agent role is to help speed up your hiring process by answering questions, confirming basic information, and identifying whether there's a mutual fit. The call or chat may be recorded so that our recruiting team can review it - they make all final hiring decisions, while AI agent simply helps move you forward faster. The best part? They are available 24/7, so you can connect whenever it's convenient for you. By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from Acara Solutions and its affiliates, and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. 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