Senior Quality Control Inspector

About Canadian Babbitt Bearings Ltd.

CBB manufactures, repairs and refurbishes critical babbitt bearings and associated industrial products for the energy, marine and industrial sectors. Its work includes precision machining, casting, assembly and bearing refurbishment for equipment such as turbines, motors and generators. Quality inspection supports the dimensional accuracy, material traceability and reliability of these critical components.

Position Summary

Reporting to the Quality Manager, the Senior Quality Control Inspector independently performs and coordinates incoming, in-process, First Article and final inspections of manufactured and repaired bearings, precision-machined components and assemblies. The role requires 10 years of relevant hands-on inspection experience, strong interpretation of complex engineering drawings and working knowledge of ISO 9001:2015 quality requirements.

The Senior Inspector provides technical guidance on measurement methods, resolves inspection issues with Production and Engineering, and ensures complete, traceable quality documentation. The position supports non-conformance disposition, corrective actions, customer inspections and audits, with acceptance and product-release decisions made within CBB’s delegated authority and customer requirements.

Responsibilities

· Independently perform visual and dimensional inspections of incoming materials, machined components, repaired bearings and assemblies against complex drawings, specifications and customer requirements.

· Establish suitable measurement methods and setups for close-tolerance components; use manual measuring equipment and verify calibration status and measurement reliability.

· Perform first-off inspections, operation validation, in-process inspections, First Article Inspections (FAI) and final inspections in accordance with control plans and Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs).

· Create, validate and optimize CMM programs using PC-DMIS; operate the Romer arm and 3D scanning equipment and perform manual CMM measurements as required.

· Prepare, review and compile inspection reports and final quality documentation for customer submission, ensuring accuracy, completeness and traceability.

· Review material certificates and NDT reports against applicable specifications; resolve documentation discrepancies and maintain controlled, retrievable quality records.

· Evaluate product conformity, document and control non-conformances, and coordinate disposition with Quality, Production and Engineering. Approve acceptance or release only within delegated authority.

· Coordinate calibration activities, maintain equipment records and investigate the impact of damaged or out-of-calibration measuring equipment.

· Lead assigned root cause investigations and corrective-action activities; verify effectiveness and address recurring defects.

· Work with Production and Engineering to resolve technical inspection issues, validate manufacturing operations and support new product introduction.

· Conduct assigned quality audits within authorization, support customer and supplier audits, and follow up on findings and corrective actions.

· Provide technical guidance to less-experienced inspectors, communicate with customers and suppliers on quality matters, and drive continuous improvement and defect prevention.

Required Experience and Skills

· Minimum 10 years of relevant hands-on quality inspection experience in precision manufacturing, machining or assembly.

· Strong ability to read and interpret complex engineering drawings in metric and imperial units, including close tolerances and GD&T.

· Proficiency in manual measurement, inspection setup and selection of appropriate tools, including micrometers, calipers, gauges and indicators.

· Demonstrated working knowledge of ISO 9001:2015 and the ISO 9000 family, including controlled procedures, revision control, inspection records, audit readiness and non-conformance management.

· Experience independently performing incoming, first-off, in-process, First Article and final inspections using specifications, control plans and Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs).

· Solid working knowledge of CMM programming and inspection methods using PC-DMIS, with experience operating a Romer arm; 3D scanning experience is an asset.

· Ability to review material certificates and NDT reports against specifications and maintain material, component and inspection traceability.

· Experience evaluating non-conformances, supporting disposition decisions, conducting root cause analysis and implementing effective corrective actions.

· Knowledge of calibration management, measurement repeatability and investigation of suspect or out-of-calibration inspection results.

· Understanding of manufacturing materials, close-tolerance machining, complex turning, five-axis machining, assembly and special processes; bearing manufacture, repair, casting and babbitting experience is an asset.

· Strong Excel and technical reporting skills, with the ability to liaise with customer auditors, support or conduct assigned audits, guide junior inspectors and work effectively with Production and Engineering.

· Degree, diploma or technical training in mechanical engineering, manufacturing or a quality-related discipline, or equivalent experience; quality certifications, nuclear N299.3 experience and Lean improvement knowledge are assets.

• Ability to work rotating shifts (Days, Afternoons, Midnights) with availability for overtime- if required. No weekends or holidays. Shift premiums apply.
• Successful completion of a Criminal Records Check and Controlled Goods Clearance upon hire.

Commitment to Equity, Diversity & Inclusion

Canadian Babbitt Bearing is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We do not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any protected characteristic under the Ontario Human Rights Code.

We make hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates participating in all stages of the selection process, including disability‑related accommodations under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).

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