Quality Assurance and Compliance Specialist

Position Overview
We are looking for a Quality Assurance and Compliance Specialist to ensure products, assemblies, processes, and quality systems meet customer, contractual, regulatory, and internal quality requirements. This role supports manufacturing and production operations through inspection planning, product verification, nonconformance management, root cause investigations, corrective actions, and continuous improvement initiatives.In addition to product quality activities, the Quality Assurance and Compliance Specialist supports the organization's quality management system, compliance programs, process development initiatives, audit activities, and future accreditation efforts. The role works cross-functionally to promote quality excellence, maintain regulatory and customer compliance, and contribute to ongoing improvements in products, processes, and quality systems.

Responsibilities

• • Develop and maintain inspection plans based on product requirements and risk.
  • Perform in-process and final inspections of products and assemblies.
  • Inspect electronic assemblies, printed circuit boards, and wire harnesses for conformance to specifications.
  • Interpret drawings, schematics, bills of materials, and test reports to verify compliance.
  • Document, track, and help manage nonconformances in accordance with established processes.
  • Support root cause analysis and corrective action activities related to product and process issues.
  • Analyze inspection results and trends to identify quality risks and improvement opportunities.
  • Collaborate with Production, Engineering, Project Management, and Quality teams to resolve quality concerns.
  • Provide guidance and training to production personnel and junior inspectors as needed.
  • Support internal, customer, regulatory, and accreditation audits.
  • Develop, maintain, and improve quality procedures, work instructions, records, and related documentation.
  • Assist with quality management system activities, compliance initiatives, and maintenance of quality records.
  • Support process development, implementation, standardization, and continuous improvement initiatives across manufacturing and quality functions.
  • Participate in corrective action investigations, process improvement initiatives, and effectiveness reviews.
  • Contribute to future accreditation activities and ongoing quality program development.
  • Apply critical thinking to identify discrepancies, assess impact on quality, evaluate inspection results, and support development of effective solutions.
  • Document escapes or deviations, participate in investigations, and contribute to corrective actions independently and within cross-functional teams.
  • Perform other duties as required within the scope of the role.

Qualifications

• • Diploma in Electronics Engineering Technology, Manufacturing Technology, Quality Assurance, or a related technical discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in quality assurance, quality control, manufacturing, engineering, process improvement, or a related technical discipline.
  • Experience in aerospace, defense, medical device, or other regulated industries is an asset.
  • Strong knowledge of electronics manufacturing processes including PCB assembly, cable and wire harness fabrication, and electro-mechanical assemblies.
  • Proficiency inspecting to IPC-A-610 and IPC/WHMA-A-620 standards.
  • Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, engineering drawings, specifications, bills of materials, and test reports.
  • Experience supporting quality management systems such as ISO 9001, AS9100, or other regulated industry standards, such as NADCAP.
  • Experience with nonconformance reporting processes and systems.
  • Practical experience with root cause analysis methodologies such as 5 Whys, Fishbone, and corrective action processes.
  • Experience supporting audits, corrective action programs, and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Experience developing, implementing, or improving processes, procedures, work instructions, or quality documentation.
  • Familiarity with inspection tools, measurement equipment, and verification techniques.
  • Strong attention to detail with a high level of accuracy and workmanship.
  • Ability to analyze data, identify trends, and highlight risks or improvement opportunities.
  • Effective communication skills with the ability to document findings and explain technical information clearly.
  • Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and collaborate effectively across teams.
  • Ability to coach and provide guidance to production personnel and junior inspectors.

Additional Requirements

• IPC certification in IPC-A-610 and/or IPC/WHMA-A-620 is an asset.
• • Internal auditor training or experience is an asset.
  • Experience with continuous improvement methodologies such as Lean, Six Sigma, or equivalent is an asset.
  • Experience supporting customer, regulatory, certification, accreditation, or NADCAP audits is an asset.
  • Experience supporting quality system implementation, maintenance, or accreditation activities is an asset.

Compensation

• $50,000 to $75,000

Position Type

• Full-time
• We have 1 available position

Job Title: Quality Control Inspector
Requisition Number: 2496
Date: June 18, 2026
Location 1: Saskatoon, SK
Remote: No
Business Unit: Defence and Space
Department: Defence
Job Type: Full-time
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