Overview
Welding Quality Assurance Specialist Jobs in Kitchener, Ontario, Canada at itec group Inc.
We’re excited to share an opportunity for an existing vacancy as a Quality Weld Engineer.
Join our team
and make a significant impact in delivering high-quality welding solutions for heavy industrial fabrication projects. This role focuses primarily on working with suppliers, ensuring top-tier quality standards and supporting ongoing audits and shop inspections, with a 15% travel commitment to supplier sites throughout the year.
Daily responsibilities may include but are not limited to:
Writing detailed quality reports and inspection test plans.
Reviewing supplier documentation and assessing compliance with project specifications.
Developing and managing inspection procedures to ensure
quality control
across fabrication projects.
Collaborating with suppliers to address quality concerns and provide guidance on welding standards.
Conducting audits, shop inspections, and quality assessments at supplier sites (travel required 15% of the year).Ensuring all welding processes meet the defined quality standards and industry regulations.
Monitoring and reporting on supplier performance to identify potential risks and improvement opportunities.
Supporting internal teams with quality-related concerns and providing technical advice as necessary.
Maintaining records of inspection results, certifications, and approvals.
Performing non-conformance reports and initiating corrective actions as needed.
Mandatory Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related field.
Proven experience in welding engineering,
quality assurance
, or a similar role within heavy industrial fabrication.
Strong knowledge of welding standards, procedures, and codes (such as ASME, AWS).Experience in writing quality reports, inspection plans, and technical documentation.
Demonstrated ability to conduct audits and shop inspections in a manufacturing environment.
Willingness and ability to travel to supplier sites (15% of the year).Strong
analytical skills
and
attention to detail
.
Excellent
communication
and interpersonal skills for supplier and
team collaboration
.
Preferred Requirements:
Certification in welding inspection (e.G., CWI, CSWIP).
Experience with
heavy industrial fabrication projects, specifically in sectors like oil & gas, construction, or manufacturing.
Knowledge of risk management and
continuous improvement
processes.
Familiarity with quality management systems (e.G., ISO 9001).Experience in working with international suppliers and global supply chains.
Location:
Kitchener, Ontario
Salary Range
: $90,000-$115,000
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Title: Welding Quality Assurance Specialist
Company: itec group Inc.
Location: Kitchener, Ontario, Canada
Category: Quality Assurance – QA/QC (Quality Engineering, Quality Control / Manager, QA Specialist / Manager, Quality Technician/ Inspector), Engineering (Quality Engineering, QA Specialist / Manager)
