Quality Assurance Inspector

POSITION:          Quality Assurance Inspector 
REPORTS TO:     Manager Quality Assurance
DEPARTMENT:   Remanufacturing and Repair Center
LOCATION:          North Bay
REFERENCE:       390-204-25
RATE OF PAY:     $43.88 per hour 

WHO WE ARE:
Ontario Northland Transportation Commission (ONTC) is an Agency of the Province of Ontario that provides efficient and vital transportation services.  We are a modern, forward-thinking organization focused on providing safe and reliable transportation services. ONTC has a rich history of over 120 years and strong connections to the communities we serve. With over 900 skilled professionals, we work together to enhance transportation services and ensure that they are sustainable for future generations.  We offer a dynamic workplace culture, along with a competitive salary, excellent benefit package, a defined benefit pension plan, paid vacation, paid personal leave days and discounted transportation on our bus and passenger rail services. 

ACCOUNTABILITY STATEMENT:
The Quality Assurance Inspector supports the Remanufacturing and Repair Centre in inspection and reporting requirements to ensure adherence to quality standards.

MAJOR DUTIES/ RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Complete all quality assurance incoming, in process, incomplete and final inspections required
• Ensures all repairs/tasks are done in accordance with specifications using applicable checklists
• Perform Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) as required
• Completes all necessary inspection reports and documents related to the Quality Management System including the prevention, detection and disposition of non-conforming items 
• Ensure calibration of measuring and testing equipment is updated as per requirements.
• Instrumental in setting QA metrics and generating QA documentation
• Completes necessary administrative duties associated with the QA program including computer system entries, reporting, and charting
• May be required to alter start time or rest days to meet objectives established or required by the Quality Management System
• Travel to Cochrane or other ONTC locations to inspect and calibrate equipment
• Adhere to policies, standards, and requirements
• Adapts to new methods, processes, material and equipment, and all other work generally recognized as QA Inspector work
• Follow prescribed safety procedures including the use of personal protective equipment
• Attend training as required and support on the job training for fellow QA inspectors
• Current shift schedules: Monday to Thursday 12:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. Work schedules are subject to change based on operational needs.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Trade Certificate (e.g., electrician, machinist, pipefitter, rail car technician) or Non-Destructive Testing Certificate (e.g., Visual Testing, Magnetic Particle Testing) or Quality Certificate (e.g., Process Quality, Quality Engineering, etc.)
• Secondary School Diploma or General Educational Diploma (GED)
• 3 to 5 years of related work experience including:                                                                           

              o    conducting quality assurance inspections                                                                               

• Minimum 2 years of experience involving inspections focusing on either regulations, standards, metrology, calibrations, or NDT testing
• ISO 9001:2015 Awareness Training and/or Internal Audit certification preferred
• Understanding of Appearance Approval Report (AAR) requirements an asset
• Experience using hand tools and gauges
• Blueprint reading an asset
• Weld inspection experience is considered an asset
• Knowledge of safety codes and has demonstrated ability to work in a safety conscious manner 
• Intermediate computer skills including Microsoft Office 
• Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment as well as independently
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills (oral & written)
• Excellent organizational and planning skills
• Commitment to health and safety best practices

BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION: The successful candidate will need to pass the following clearances: criminal record check, employment references and education verification.

CLOSING DATE: March 4, 2025, no later than 11:59 p.m. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Qualified individuals are invited to apply in writing with a current covering letter and resume (provided in one document), stating reference name and number.  

At Ontario Northland, we are committed to employment equity.  We value the unique skills and experiences each person brings to Ontario Northland and invite all interested individuals to apply and encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, and persons who identify as 2SLGBTQIA+.
Ontario Northland will provide accommodation to ensure barrier-free employment in accordance with the Canadian Human Rights Act and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. You can request accommodation at any stage of the hiring process. If you require an accommodation, please contact Human Resources.