Winding Quality Assurance Lead

Job description
The open position is for a Winding Quality assurance lead in the hydro generator manufacturing group. The team is responsible for the manufacturing of large hydro generator components, with a primary focus on North American generator projects. This position involves quality control at all stages throughout the manufacturing process, as well as technical support and performance of high voltage and lifecycle testing.

They will be accountable for the implementation and maintenance of quality control procedures. They will propose creative solutions to new and existing projects and ensure a consistent and reliable inspection process. They will be the champion of continuous improvement and quality assurance.

The unique requirements of each hydro project make this a challenging and rewarding opportunity for a candidate with related skills and experience.

The following responsibilities form the core of this role in our Canadian team.

Ensure delivery of product quality to customers

Ensure implementation of the quality requirements and standards

Management of the hold tag process on the shop floor

Management of Electrical testing process

R&D support in testing Lab

Management of calibration for measuring equipment

Principal Duties

Supervision of shift QC inspectors

Establish, review, and improve quality control processes and procedures to ensure they align with industry standards and company policies

Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements (e.g., ISO standards, etc.).

Review all technical specifications for contracts

Preparation and Implementation of project specific ITP´s

Implementation of the Inspections & Tests according to ITP

Issuance of inspections and tests instructions and protocols

Final Quality Release for shipment

Escalate major quality issues to Quality Manager

Final Quality Documentation (completed ITP)

Implementation of in-process quality control plan

Implementation of first-piece qualification in cooperation with R&D and manufacturing

Electrical testing setup in winding shop and troubleshooting equipment

NCR reporting in ASAP

Implementation of electrical testing set-up

Management of calibration of measuring equipment

Prepare and communicate trend analysis and KPI reporting
* Creation and updating of weekly production cockpits

Why do you fit the profile?
Successful teams share objectives, but also values! Beyond your skills, we are looking for someone who is motivated, positive, and ready to invest in the team. Your commitment to ethics and quality will make a real difference at ANDRITZ.

The ideal candidate should be willing to work in a complex, fast-paced environment, with evolving priorities. Result and solution-oriented candidates who follow through with ideas and commitments will perform well within ANDRITZ. As our projects have large scopes and often require years to be completed, your perseverance will be valued with us.

Diploma or degree in a related technical field, ideally Electrical

Interpret technical drawings

Ability to perform data analysis for tests performed

Ability to execute Root Cause analyses

Experience interfacing with customer representatives

Fluency in English (oral & written)

Intermediate Microsoft Word & Excel;

Strong communication skills (oral & written)

Knowledge of and experience in application of the following test standards is an asset

IEEE (286, 522, 1043, 1310, 1553, 1799)

What do we offer

Life, disability, dental and extended health insurance;

Pension plan;

Hybrid work mode;

Performance share plan;

Employee assistance program;

Employee individualized training and career plan.

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