Job Title: Quality Control Specialist
Location: SE Calgary, Alberta
Company: Fine Machine Works Inc.
Job Type: Full-Time, on site.
Work Environment: Friendly, collaborative, and quality-driven CNC shop

ABOUT US:

Fine Machine Works Inc. is a precision CNC machining company based in SE Calgary, serving clients in various sectors. We pride ourselves on delivering high-quality components with precision, consistency, and integrity. Our team-oriented culture fosters innovation, quality craftsmanship, and continuous improvement.

POSITION SUMMARY:

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Quality Control Specialist to join our team. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring product quality and compliance with industry standards, with a strong emphasis on ISO 9001 and AS9100 standards. This role involves supporting the implementation, certification, and maintenance of quality systems, mentoring inspection staff, and participating hands-on in the quality control process throughout production and final checks.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Engineering, Quality Control, or Business.
• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in a quality control or quality assurance role in a CNC machining environment.
• Proven experience with ISO 9001 and AS9100 implementation, certification, and maintenance.
• Strong understanding of precision machining, inspection methods, and quality tools (micrometers, calipers, CMM, etc.).
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and GD&T standards.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and mentoring skills.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Experience with quality software and data collection tools is an asset.
• Quality certifications (e.g., ASQ CQI/CQE) are an asset.

• Lead and support the implementation and ongoing maintenance of ISO 9001 and AS9100 quality management systems.
• Mentor and support inspection team members, promoting quality awareness and best practices across the shop floor.
• Monitor and oversee final product quality checks to ensure conformance to specifications and customer requirements.
• Actively participate in quality control processes, including first article inspections (FAI), in-process, and final inspections of CNC machined components.
• Interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, and customer specifications to validate product conformance.
• Maintain and improve quality documentation, including quality manuals, procedures, work instructions, and records.
• Conduct internal audits, support external audits (including customer and certification audits), and track corrective actions.
• Collaborate with production and other teams to address quality issues, perform root cause analysis, and implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Monitor and maintain calibration programs for measuring tools and equipment.
• Develop and implement quality control plans and process improvement initiatives.
• Train and coach team members on quality processes, documentation, and standards.