Quality Leader

Unifin International is a business unit within Wabtec Corporation’s Components division.  Originally founded in the 1920’s, Unifin International is an electric equipment cooling company, focused on the power generation and transmission markets.  Our primary business is within North America, but it reaches worldwide from legacy fossil fuel and nuclear plants to growing renewable energy power grids.

Who will you be working with?

As a member of the team at Unifin International, you will be working daily with the quality employees as well as the manufacturing employees.  You will also work daily with all other departments at Unifin including Manufacturing, Scheduling, Sales, Engineering, and Design.

How will you make a difference?

• Uphold priorities of Safety, Quality, Continuous Improvement, Teamwork and Leadership;
• Co-ordinate activities with other departments to achieve a high-quality product to ensure customer satisfaction.

What do we want to know about you?

• Demonstrate a passion and responsibility for customer satisfaction;

• A minimum of two years’ experience in Quality Assurance including two years’ supervisory experience;
• Diploma or degree in Quality, Engineering and/or Business or similar discipline;
• Certification and experience as an Internal Auditor;
• ASME Section VIII background preferred;
• Possess technical background and knowledge of welding and testing standards;
• Detail oriented;
• Take a hands-on approach to their work;
• Possess good interpersonal skills and the ability to fit into a very dynamic team.

What will your typical day look like?

Please note that this is a full-time position which requires the incumbent to work fully on site with no hybrid work schedule.

• Supervise two Quality Technicians in the Quality Department;
• Perform tasks on the shop floor that will include:

• Inspection of incoming materials, in-process inspection and final goods inspections, ensuring all Code requirements are met and record retention is kept;
• Responsible for maintenance of QMS Quality Management System for ISO 9001 and ASME VIII;
• Coordinate third-party inspection for NDE and compliance;
• Coordinate Customer inspection of product when required;
• ITP Inspection Test Plans creation and submission to customers to help ensure product is built to customer specification in line with internal approved processes;
• Manage and control on-hold inventory;
• Be responsible for the traceability and identification of materials including assisting supplier with compliance;
• Issue and ensure completion of Non-Conformance reporting, working closely with Design on any issue or improvements;
• Perform Supplier and internal audits when required;
• Prepare all QA documentation for each job completed;
• Review job packages to ensure all requirements can be met;
• Review inspection cards and ensure they are updated;
• Maintain calibration requirements;
• Analyze PPM KPI’s and implement systematic solutions for negative trends;
• Complete Corrective Action Reports as assigned. (5Y and or 8D)

What about the physical demands of the job?

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, talk and hear.  The employee is occasionally required to sit.  The employee will occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 lbs.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and depth perception.

Safety glasses, steel-toed safety shoes and hearing protection must be worn for the entirety of the shift.

Eligibility Requirements:

• Legal authorization to work in Canada is required.
• Possess a valid passport, or be able to secure a valid passport, for travel to the United States or Europe, should a business need arise. 

Wabtec will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in Canada for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background check.

Our job titles may span more than one career level.  The salary rate for this role is currently $83,300 to $110,400.  The actual salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors, such as:  training, transferable skills, work experience, education, business needs, market demands and work location.  The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future.

Our job titles may span more than one career level. The salary rate for this role is currently $83300-110400 The actual salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors, such as: training, transferable skills, work experience, education, business needs, market demands and work location. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. More information on offered benefits, which include health, welfare, and retirement, are available at mywabtecbenefits.com. Other benefit offerings for this role may include annual bonus, if eligible.

What could you accomplish in a place that puts People First?

At Wabtec, it’s not just about a job - it’s about the impact you make. When our people come together, we’re Expanding the Possible by continuously improving what we do and how we do it - for our clients and each other.

If you’re ready to revolutionize how the world moves for future generations, Wabtec is the place for you.
 

Who are we?

Wabtec is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for the freight and transit rail sectors. Drawing on more than 150 years of experience, we are leading the way in safety, efficiency, reliability, innovation, and productivity. Whether it’s freight, transit, ports, logistics, mining, industrial, or marine, our expertise, technologies, and people together – are accelerating the future of transportation. With roots that date back to George Westinghouse, Thomas Edison, and Louis Faiveley, Wabtec has always built technologies and implemented solutions for a variety of sectors that are critical to meeting the needs of customers and governments alike.

Our global team of about 30,000 employees worldwide delivers performance that moves the world forward. We’re lifelong learners, obsessed with better. Learn more at www.WabtecCorp.com.

Culture powers us and the possibilities.

We believe the best ideas come from a mix of experiences and backgrounds. At Wabtec, we strive every day to create a place where everyone belongs. We’re building a culture where leadership, inclusion and your unique perspective fuel progress.

We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome talent of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities, including race, gender, age, disability, veteran status and more.

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