Quality Engineer - Automotive Parts Manufacturer (KN36204)

We are working with a manufacturing client in Orangeville, Ontario that is looking to bring on a Quality Engineer to join their team.This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a hands-on quality environment and wants to make an immediate impact while positioning themselves for a long-term role.

Quality Engineer Responsibilities

• Maintain and continuously improve the Quality Management System (QMS) to ensure compliance with internal standards and customer requirements

• Develop, review, and update quality documentation including control plans, work instructions, inspection standards, and procedures

• Lead root cause analysis (RCA) activities using structured problem-solving methodologies (8D, 5 Why, Fishbone, etc.) and drive effective corrective and preventive actions

• Partner closely with manufacturing, engineering, and suppliers to resolve quality issues and implement process improvements on the shop floor

• Analyze internal and external quality data (scrap, rework, customer complaints, PPM trends) to identify gaps and drive continuous improvement initiatives

• Support new product introduction (NPI) and engineering changes by ensuring quality requirements are defined and met (APQP, PPAP as applicable)

• Conduct process audits, layered audits, and support external/customer audits to ensure compliance with quality standards

• Monitor and improve key quality KPIs and provide regular reporting to leadership

• Support supplier quality activities including issue resolution and performance monitoring

• Ensure proper implementation of measurement systems, including MSA studies and calibration control

• Review engineering drawings and specifications to ensure alignment with GD&T and customer requirements

Quality Engineer requirement:

• 3–5 years of quality experience within a manufacturing environment

• Experience with quality systems, process development, and policy implementation

• Strong analytical mindset with excellent attention to detail

• Ability to communicate effectively across technical and business teams

• CQE designation is considered an asset

• Control Plans and FMEA

• GD&T, MSA, and calibration knowledge

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

• Experience with 2D/3D CAD drawings

Activ8 Recruitment & Solutions / Renaissance Resources Inc. has been a trusted leader in North American recruiting for Japanese businesses for over 25 years. We specialize in connecting top talent with companies in the Automotive, Electronics, Food & Beverage, Logistics, Manufacturing, Oil & Gas, Banking & Finance, and Entertainment industries. Our client-focused approach ensures that we understand your unique needs, whether you’re a company seeking skilled professionals or a candidate looking for the right career opportunity. By working closely with each individual, we provide tailored solutions that drive success.

We screen ALL Candidates to verify the validity of each applicant's provided information. Upon submitting your resume, we will contact only those candidates that we deem qualified for our client. If we do not contact you, we do not see the fit for the position. If we are unable to reach you in a reasonable timeframe, you will be eliminated from the pool of potential candidates.

We prioritize direct applicants; third-party resumes may not be reviewed.