Job Summary

With direction from the Supervisor, assist with efficient operation of the department. 

Responsibility

Demonstrate problem solving and decision-making ability regarding day-to-day operations and can successfully run the department in the absence of the supervisor.  Actively contribute toward a safe environment. Effectively cross train personnel and recommend skill development to achieve departmental goals.  Minimize conflict within the department and encourage open lines of communication, treating all staff fairly, fostering team spirit, and maintaining an air of professionalism and credibility.  Effectively utilize time available to achieve results through proper delegation of work, control over ongoing projects and prioritizing demands.  Complete audits, safety talks, pre-shift meetings, production reports and other paperwork as necessary.  Responsible for correct entry of daily parts inspected into the shift report. Responsible for ensuring that the Work Order Entry procedure is followed for any equipment downtime and proper communication to the shift supervisor regarding downtime. Responsible for driving teamwork and initiating internal trainings to help build up the Quality department. Responsible for driving the effectiveness of all internal policies and procedures and reports in the appropriate manner when employees are not in compliance with said policies and procedures to the shift supervisor. Following up on ALL daily tasks assigned to Inspectors to verify completion of ODS sheets and SBS to ensure that documents are kept current and up to date. Responsible for adequately training new Inspectors in all areas regarding job duties i.e. daily/hourly checks, Gaging, TRO, NCR and SBS etc. Provide feedback to shift supervisor regarding new employees in a timely manner to ensure training effectiveness.  All of these are in addition to the responsibilities of the Quality Inspector Role. Other duties as assigned.

Academic/Educational Requirements

High School Graduate or equivalent. 

Required Skills/Experience

General knowledge of SBS, 1st & last off, 6-part stand, NCR, and TRO. Ability to type detailed descriptions of all equipment and Quality issues in the department. General knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Outlook and Excel). Ability to direct and lead a small group of employees with minimal Supervisor intervention Must be able to talk to employees using soft skills and keep them motivated and accountable.  Conflict management and leadership skills required. Proven record of good attendance. Ability to communicate well with personnel from various levels of the organization. Understanding of lean concepts and continuous improvement. Safely use material handling equipment such as fork trucks, as needed. Ability to read forms, such as invoices, parts order forms, packing slips and bills of lading. Ability to communicate with customers and subcontractors. Must be a good planner.  Must be flexible and able to adjust daily tasks accordingly. Must be able to work in both team and independent environments.

What Linamar Has To Offer

Opportunities for career advancement. Community based outreach supporting both local and global initiatives and charities. Social committees and sports teams. Discounts for local vendors and events, including auto supplier discounts.

About Us

Linamar Corporation is a Canadian diversified global manufacturing company of highly engineered products across global industries & markets.  From the entrepreneurial seeds planted by our dynamic founder, to the support provided along the way, all Linamar employees are poised for success in this fast-paced and rapidly growing environment.  With access to the tools you need to succeed, you will make an impact along with other motivated and engaged people.

Linamar Corporation is an equal opportunity employer and encourages diversity in the workplace without regard to any basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.  Linamar Corporation encourages applications from all qualified individuals and will reasonably accommodate applicants throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process upon request.