Quality Supervisor - 1 Year Temporary Contract

at  Powell

POWELL PEOPLE SOLVING TOUGH PROBLEMS

As a top player in Switchgear and E-house Manufacturing and field servicing, a career with us will challenge you to solve some very tough problems. You will be rewarded with growth, personal development & industry expertise. At Powell, we provide a comprehensive salary package, RRSP matching, extensive benefits and job training all within a professional & friendly working environment.
The Quality Assurance Supervisor leads a team of quality assurance professionals, conducts audits, analyzes data, provides recommendations for improvements and is responsible for maintaining quality certifications. They collaborate with cross-functional teams to address quality issues, develop corrective actions, and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements. Additionally, they may provide training and support to employees on quality-related matters.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• 5 Years in an industrial or manufacturing environment
• Experience leading a team and Independent Projects
• Background in Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma Training required.
• Associate or Bachelor degree in an engineering or business discipline or equivalent experience

SKILLS, ABILITIES & OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Technical writing skills.
• Proven experience in implementing or maintaining a comprehensive quality assurance program, preferably one that was certified to ISO 9001.
• Ability to establish priorities and balance multiple objectives
• Natural continuous improvement mindset
• Ability to engage with stakeholders on complex improvements and communicate the value
• effectively.
• Effective problem solving, decision making and communication skills
• Ability to take on responsibility and challenges
• Strong team player with leadership skills.
• Basic computer skills using Oracle, Word, Excel, Microsoft Office.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Able to maintain body equilibrium and agility to prevent falling when walking, standing, crouching, ascending or descending stairs.
• Bending the body at the waist, the legs at the knees, and extending arms and hands in any direction in a repetitive manner continuously.
• Continuous standing, walking 50-300 foot distances for long periods of time with only occasional sitting.
• Able to frequently look over shoulders, work with both arms above shoulders and use both arms at full length frequently.
• Using upper extremities to apply or exert a force continuously up to 50lbs.
• Ability to use hand tools, such as: tin snips, hammer, and power tools (some vibrating), for long periods of time with frequent repetition.

WHO WE ARE

Powell Canada Inc. is a subsidiary of Powell Industries, which is located in Houston, Texas. Globally, we have over 70 years of experience. Powell Canada is a reputable electrical manufacturing and electrical/instrumentation contracting company. We hold a strong industry presence with offices located in Acheson, Calgary and Montreal.
Powell strives to create one unified company through training, communication and leadership. We offer diversified services based on our customers needs, keeping us on the cutting edge of new products and services within our industry.

• Act as Lead Auditor for internal quality audits
• Organize and conduct internal quality audits
• Conduct vendor auditsMaintain a thorough knowledge of Powell
• s Quality System and the execution of continuous improvement initiatives that support the system.
• Lead special projects, as required following Lean and Six Sigma principals
• Conduct and Participate in Root Cause Analysis, as required.
• Facilitate the CIP (Continuous Improvement Program) initiatives.
• Work with the Continuous Improvement team, employees and department stakeholders to implement CIP suggestions.
• Teach classes for QA programs