Supplier Quality Specialist

Join our globally growing team at ATS Industrial Automation where we create complex automation solutions at the highest level that sustainably impact lives around the world.

At ATS, a publicly traded global company with a proud 40-year history, we help drive the future with our factory-wide automation solutions. At ATS Industrial Automation, what we do matters - both to our customers and to their customers. With 1000 skilled employees around the world, we design, build and service mission-critical automated assembly and test solutions for mobility, nuclear and specialty automation.

Our customers are leaders in their industries and rely on us to deliver what we promise - on time and on budget. Combined with our broad product portfolio, financial strength and global presence, we provide our customers with the best automation solutions wherever and whenever they need them.

MAJOR DUTIES

• Lead the charge in sourcing and developing top tier suppliers, by providing expert guidance on technology, performance, quality, cost, logistics and delivery.
• Partner closely with engineering teams and suppliers to drive innovation while elevating process and quality standards.
• Monitor industry advancements and recommend technologies that enhance cost effectiveness, product quality, and supply chain reliability.
• Be a catalyst for change by actively contributing to ongoing continuous improvement initiatives.
• Work directly with suppliers to boost their quality output and shipping performance
• Champion ABM initiatives
• Conduct supplier audits to ensure full compliance with relevant industry standards and certifications (ISO 9001, CSA N299, CSA N285, NQA-1)

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

• Strictly follow CSA N285/NQA Quality requirements as defined within the manual and procedures.

• Existing Supplier Development to improve KPI’s (e.g. OTD, Conformance to Specifications, Receiving issues)

• Perform rough cut capacity planning and resolve gaps at ATS Approved Suppliers

• Benchmarking new potential suppliers (pre-audit)

• Supplier scorecard delivery and follow up

• On-going Supplier engagement ensuring both ATS and Suppliers are informed and in compliance with change management.

• Supplier Excellence Program:
Develop and maintain thorough knowledge of technological developments and trends for guidance of commodity teams in advancements of design, quality, and manufacturing.

• Act as consultant to communicate and coach the Quality, Manufacturing, Engineering and procurement organizations to drive cost effective improvements (VA/VE) to Quality and Manufacturing processes, minimizing waste, introduce new products and improve product design.

• Identify “value add” opportunities within existing Supply base

• Support Product Sourcing Strategy and provide technical leadership in new supplier selection.

• Support new business ramp with Suppliers (drawing reviews, Inspection plans, etc.)

• Assist the Quality Department with SCAR resolution, more complex NCR’s, external Supplier training, and Audits as assigned by the Quality Manager.

• Review and approve FAI’s, deviations, process change notifications and corrective actions.

• Identify cost savings opportunities.

• Travel will be required to local and international destinations.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

• A post-secondary technology diploma or equivalent, specializing in toolmaking, machining, welding or mechanical engineering, mechanical technologist, quality engineering or equivalent work experience is required

• ASQ CQE or ASQ SSBB or equivalent work experience is required

• Nuclear Auditor training and qualification

Experience:

• Six Sigma Experience is an asset.

• Strong problem-solving skills.

• Ability to work as part of a cross-functional team.

• Understanding of change management principles and Change Agent Skills.

• JD Edwards or similar ERP systems – data mining and report generation

• Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint – Intermediate level.

• At least 5 years in nuclear environment or other highly regulatory industry

• At least 5 years of quality assurance engineering experience in a manufacturing and/or fabrication environment.

• Experience with the Nuclear requirements relating to Quality and Inspection…