Advanced Quality Specialist

What We Offer
At Magna, you can expect an engaging and dynamic environment where you can help to develop industry‑leading automotive technologies. We invest in our employees, providing them with the support and resources they need to succeed. As a member of our global team, you can expect exciting, varied responsibilities as well as a wide range of development prospects. Because we believe that your career path should be as unique as you are.

Group Summary
The Mechatronics, Mirrors and Lighting group specializes in automotive technologies that are driving the future of mobility. Combining a deep systems knowledge to develop unique vehicle access experiences, intelligent vision systems and advanced automotive lighting technologies, MML’s expertise lights the path to innovation, safety and styling.

Job Responsibilities
Salary Range: $60,000 - $80,000

Lead, participate in, and approve Customer Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) supporting program timing

Ensure all APQP requirements are tracked and met using planned milestones

Review required government approvals and develop inspection standards where applicable

Lead plant trials for engineering changes, tool moves, and new program launches

Lead problem‑solving for launch quality concerns (pre‑SOP), including 8D, 7‑Step, 5‑Phase, Is/Is Not, and 6‑Panel methods

Participate in warranty reviews where applicable

Manage new model launch (pre‑SOP) field support to ensure effective containment and timely issue closure

Coordinate and participate in internal and supplier drawing reviews

Prepare and maintain control plans in accordance with MQS 7

Develop receiving inspection matrices and instructions

Develop Product Validation (PV) plans including reliability and confidence requirements

Implement safe launch plans for new programs

Participate in PFMEA reviews and sign‑offs

Verify BOM accuracy during program launches

Facilitate supplier deviation requests through closure

Coordinate early supplier involvement with design and purchasing

Ensure adherence to Platform Execution Process (PEP) requirements

Prepare and present Launch Readiness Reviews (LRR)

Establish and approve supplier PPAP timing prior to PV testing

Support pre‑production builds

Conduct PV test fixture verification and setup reviews

Ensure appropriate test parts are built and delivered to test labs

Review in‑process testing and post‑test results

Lead Test Incident Report (TIR) investigations and 8D responses

Conduct annual validation testing as required by customers

Other duties as may be assigned by the supervisor or designate.

Qualifications and Skills

Completion of community college diploma/certificate.

3 to less than 5 years of work‑related experience.

Completion of a post‑secondary education program in mechanical/quality engineering.

ASQC certification as a quality engineer (CQE) preferred.

Tier I automotive experience preferred.

Site Benefits

A great work experience with a diverse and dedicated workforce.

A strong focus on safety and health and wellness (fitness membership discounts).

Five and a half (5.5.) paid floater days.

Competitive extended health benefits.

Group RRSP matching program.

Profit Sharing Plan.

Education Reimbursement Program.

Continuous Improvement and Development Culture.

Equal Employment Opportunity
At Magna, we believe that a diverse workforce is critical to our success. That’s why we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We hire on the basis of experience and qualifications, and in consideration of job requirements, regardless of, in particular, color, ancestry, religion, gender, origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or gender identity. Magna takes the privacy of your personal information seriously.

We discourage you from sending applications via email or traditional mail to comply with GDPR requirements and your local Data Privacy Law.

Worker Type:  Regular / Permanent

Group:  Magna Mechatronics, Mirrors & Lighting

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