Quality Assurance Coordinator

Quality Assurance Coordinator (Full-Time)

Accipiter Radar provides smart surveillance & decision support products and services that improve safety & security in the Aviation, Environmental Protection & Homeland Security markets. We are looking to recruit a Quality Assurance (QA) Coordinator reporting day-to-day to the Director of Fulfillment, to join our small but growing team at our Pelham, Ontario headquarters.

RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES

Position Summary

The QA Coordinator supports Quality compliance covering ISO 9001 quality management standards, risk management, and regulatory adherence. The role is responsible for generating and implementing quality assurance standards, conducting quality audits and leading problem reporting and resolution activities.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist in the implementation, maintenance, and continual improvement of the ISO 9001 Quality Management System.
• Internal Audits:
  Support the internal audit process, including preparation, scheduling, conducting audits, and following up on findings.
• Document Control:
  Maintain and update QMS documents, ensuring accurate creation, distribution, and archiving of procedures, instructions, forms, reports, and technical documents.
• Change Management:
  Track and manage document revisions and approval processes, ensuring compliance with ISO 9001 requirements.
• Corrective & Preventive Actions:
  Initiate, track, and resolve corrective and preventive actions based on monitoring activities.
• Training:
  Create, deliver and support training on QA processes and procedures.
• Record Management:
  Support record maintenance and retention in accordance with standard operating procedures.
• Process Improvement:
  Identify areas for improvement in processes, systems, and workflows to enhance quality and efficiency.
• Key Performance Indicators:
  Develop, track, and update Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to measure the effectiveness of the quality management system.
• Reporting:
  Provide reports and data analysis to stakeholders, highlighting trends, risks, and improvement opportunities.

REQUIREMENTS

Education & Experience

• Quality Assurance Manufacturing Technician/Technologist or Engineering Degree.
• A minimum of three (3) years’ hands-on experience leading quality and compliance.
• Certification in Six Sigma (Green Belt), Quality Auditor and/or Quality Technician/Engineer (ASQ or AQI Certification preferred)
• In-depth knowledge of quality management system (QMS) principles based on ISO 9001
• Strong organizational, communication, collaboration and technical writing skills.
• Ability to analyze issues, identify root causes, and develop effective solutions
• Proficiency in document management and record retention.
• Ability to track KPIs and manage compliance tasks.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, etc.).
• Experience with Atlassian Suite (Confluence, Jira) is highly beneficial
• Attention to detail and ability to handle confidential information.
• Proficiency in English, both written and spoken
• A team player able to coordinate cross-functionally across the organization
• A continual improvement mindset

Details of Position

• Job Type: Full-time (up to 40 hours per week) between M-F 9am – 5pm
• Compensation:
  Competitive wages commensurate with knowledge, skills and experience, and attractive benefits package.
• Work location:
  
  On-site at Company headquarters

THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE MUST SATISFY CGP CONTROLLED GOODS AND CSP LEVEL II PERSONNEL SECURITY CLEARANCE REVIEW REQUIREMENTS AT TIME OF HIRE.

Accipiter encourages applications from all qualified candidates and is committed to barrier-free recruitment and selection processes and a work environment free from prohibited discrimination. Please advise if you require accommodation for the recruitment and selection processes and/or within the work environment.

To apply for this position please submit, in confidence, a cover letter and resume (please ensure your name is part of filename) to  with subject heading “Quality Assurance Coordinator submission”. We thank all who apply, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

About Accipiter Radar

Accipiter Radar is a global provider of high-performance radar surveillance…