Posted 10 days ago
Quality Engineer
@ Linamar - New
Winnipeg, Manitoba
Overview
MacDon is hiring a Quality Engineer, reporting to the Quality Assurance Manager, to run quality systems and support product development. The role covers nonconforming materials, corrective actions, failure analysis, supplier quality and advanced product quality planning. The posting states a competitive compensation package with a 100% company-funded pension plan and health coverage.
Responsibilities:
- Execute nonconformance handling and corrective action systems
- Chair the material review board and report status
- Perform product and process audits
- Support supplier selection, qualification and surveillance
- Analyze field issues and root causes with Engineering
Requirements summary:
- B.Sc. in Engineering
- Six Sigma Green or Black Belt
- Minimum 5 years related experience
- Applied statistics and statistical process control
- Applied FMEA, MSA, SPC and PPAP experience
- Excellent Excel, Word and PowerPoint skills
Tools & skills
Benefits mentioned
Source and dates
Employer career site / ATS feed · oraclecloud
- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-27
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-27
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-27
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Job details
| Seniority | Senior |
| Department | Quality assurance |
| Experience | 5+ years |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Travel | air: minimal · ground: minimal |
| Work setting | Plant or factory, Office |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer high |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | Six Sigma Green Belt, Six Sigma Black Belt |
| Education | Bachelor’s degree (required) |
| Fields of study | Engineering |
| Perks mentioned | Retirement plan, Tuition support, Wellness |
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Linamar - New
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Quality Engineer
Job Summary
Reporting directly to the Quality Assurance Manager, Quality Engineer performs execution of Quality Engineering systems including; handling of nonconforming materials, Corrective/Preventive Actions, failure reporting, analysis and corrective action (FRACAS), field data collection and analysis and supplier quality assurance. This position provides quality engineering support to the product development cycle and timely execution of advanced product quality planning activities (FMEA, MSA, SPC, PPAP, etc.). Quality Engineer supports product manufacturing systems including; process/product validation and qualification.
Responsibility
Develop, implement and maintain quality engineering procedures and processes as required, to ensure that MacDon products conform to the specified performance, quality and regulatory requirements.
Execution and control of the nonconformance handling system including; identification, segregation, containment, analysis, disposition and recurrence prevention of nonconforming materials to reduce manufacturing cost and foster quality and productivity improvement.
Chairs the material review board (MRB) and ensures timely status updates and reporting.
Execution and control of the corrective action system.
Create, implement and control appropriate Quality Assurance data collection procedures to ensure that product, procedures and processes are in compliance with relevant quality, performance and regulatory requirements.
Collect and analyze product and process performance matrices to ensure that the specified quality and reliability requirements are met. Recommend and execute improvement actions as necessary.
Interface with the Engineering and Product Support groups to ensure that adequate and timely analysis as well as root cause identification and correction of escalated field issues are provided.
Performance of Product and Process audits.
As member of the supplier management team, together with Engineering, Manufacturing and Supply Chain, accountable for all Quality Assurance aspects of Supplier selection, qualification, approval and surveillance activities.
Work with the Manufacturing organization to ensure process control and quality of workmanship.
Work with Manufacturing Engineering to determine and implement mandatory inspection points (MIP) plan.
Work with Manufacturing to ensure that an adequate system for identification and traceability of parts and materials used in deliverable products is implemented.
Identify, analyze and monitor quality engineering key performance indicators (KPI).
Provide necessary quality engineering support to the Receiving Audit program.
Support the Configuration Management system.
Actively participate, and represent Quality, in product development teams and perform APQP activities as required.
Academic/Educational Requirements
B.Sc. in Engineering.
Green or Black Belt in Six Sigma.
Required Skills/Experience
Minimum 5 years related experience
Applied experience in statistics and statistical process control.
Applied experience of advanced product quality planning (FMEA, MSA, SPC, PPAP, etc.).
Knowledge of DFSS techniques such as IDDVO, DMAIC, DMADC, QFD, PUGH, TRIZ, etc. is a definite asset.
Excellent computer skills with Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and statistical software packages.
Excellent communication skills both verbal and written.
Some travel may be required.
What MacDon Has to Offer
Competitive Compensation aligned with market standards
Health & Wellness: Medical, dental, and vision coverage to keep you and your family healthy
Retirement Savings: 100% company funded Pension Plan to helps secure your financial future
Opportunities for career advancement
Mentorship Programs: Work with company leaders who will help guide your career path
Tuition Reimbursement: Support for continuing education and professional certifications
Employee Wellness: Access to wellness programs and fitness benefits
About MacDon
MacDon is a world leader in technology, innovation, design, and manufacturing of high-performance harvesting equipment.
We are proud of our worldwide reputation for excellence and making impactful products that is harvesting the crops that help producers feed the world.
We are committed to providing a safe and challenging workplace where you can grow both professionally and personally. Join us and part of a company that values innovation, collaboration and employee success.
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