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  • ID: 555920
  • Posted: 12/8/2025
  • Location: Brampton, ON
  • Category: Pro - Engineering
  • Job Type: Direct Placement
  • Duration: Direct Placement

Description

Are you a Quality Engineer looking to join one of the top companies in the aluminum manufacturing and fabrication industry?

Are you looking to further your career and grow?

Do you have experience in metal fabrication, aluminum extrusion, and aluminum extrusion finishing?

If you answered yes to those three questions, then apply today!

Acara Solutions seeks highly qualified candidates to work ON-SITE with our client in Brampton, ON. Interested?

Here's what you'd do:

  • The Quality Engineer is responsible for supporting and promoting a culture of quality and continuous improvement within the organization. 
  • This role involves proactively identifying opportunities for process and product improvements, implementing corrective and preventive actions, and contributing to the development and maintenance of quality systems.
  • Support and lead activities related to automotive quality standards and regulations.
  • Prepare and submit Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) packages according to customer-specific requirements.
  • Maintain APQP documentation, including Control Plans, Process Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (PFMEAs), Process Flows, Inspection Instructions, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
  • Lead or participate in customer complaint investigations using 8D and other problem-solving tools (5 Whys, Fishbone).
  • Conduct GR&R and capability studies as needed.
  • Serve as the primary quality contact for assigned automotive and non-automotive customers.
  • Train internal teams on quality tools and customer-specific requirements.
  • Monitor quality in aluminum extrusion operations and apply best practices to ensure dimensional and visual conformity.
  • Drive Process improvement with a focus on increased quality.
  • Analyze production quality data and recommend process improvements to enhance overall quality.
  • Provide input in the design and validation of extrusion-specific fixtures and gauges.
  • Assist in the development of visual aids, boundary samples, and inspection criteria for extrusion profiles.
  • Dimensional evaluation of parts using appropriate equipment, gauges, and fixtures.
  • Develop and optimize fabrication quality procedures and standards for operations such as machining, cutting, punching, and forming.
  • Conduct root cause investigations on fabrication-related issues and oversee implementation of corrective actions.
  • Support New Product Introduction (NPI) by validating manufacturing processes and documenting critical quality requirements.
  • Collaborate with the manager of fabricated parts from production, ensuring conformance and repeatability.
  • Participate in internal audits and continuous improvement efforts focused on fabrication processes.
  • Build and maintain working relationships with suppliers, promoting quality improvements across the entire supply base.
  • Monitor and analyze supplier quality performance and collaborate with suppliers, purchasing, and Sales to address nonconformances.
  • Audit and assess existing and potential suppliers to ensure capability and compliance with client standards.
  • Issue and manage Supplier Corrective Action Requests and follow through on back charges to ensure costs are recuperated.
  • Lead or coordinate the resolution of supplier-related rejections, acting as a liaison between suppliers and internal teams.
  • Perform other duties and projects as assigned by the manager or their designate.
  • Continuous Improvement is everyone's responsibility in a client high-performance culture.
  • We not only value your input, but we also look to you to actively work to improve the processes you use by eliminating waste (non-value-added) and variation that results in customer dissatisfaction.

 

Here's what you'll get:

Pay: $80K / year. 

Hours: 40 hrs/Week. 

Length: Direct Placement.

 

Sound like a good fit?

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About Acara Solutions

Acara is a premier recruiting and workforce solutions provider-we help companies attract and retain top talent. With a legacy of experience in various industries worldwide, we partner with clients, listen to their needs, and customize visionary talent solutions that drive desired business outcomes. We leverage decades of experience to deliver comprehensive staffing solutions, including contingent staffing, direct placement, executive search, and workforce services, worldwide.

 
Job Requirements
 
Required Skills / Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical or Manufacturing or Industrial Engineering.
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in progressive quality engineering in a manufacturing environment.
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in metal fabrication, aluminum extrusion, and aluminum extrusion finishing.
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in supporting or leading product launches and process validations, including development of control plans, FMEAs, and inspection instructions.
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in quality tools, dimensional inspection, and data-driven decision making using statistical methods.
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in auditing, evaluating, and developing suppliers capable of issuing and managing SCARs, performing risk assessments, and collaborating on supplier improvement initiatives.

Preferred Skills / Qualifications:
  • Effective problem-solving skills, a solutions-oriented mindset, and the ability to work collaboratively within cross-functional teams. 
  • The Quality Engineer is adaptable in fast-paced environments and committed to maintaining high standards of quality through data-driven decision-making and teamwork.
  • Good knowledge of GD&T fundamentals and principles.
  • Certified Engineering Technologist (CET).
  • Experience supporting automotive quality systems, IATF 16949, and or ISO 9001, including customer interaction, PPAP submission, and APQP project involvement in an automotive environment.
  • Proven background in supplier quality management, including supplier audits, corrective action follow-up, and supplier development initiatives.
  • ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) or in progress; Internal Auditor certification (ISO 9001/IATF 16949) is an asset.
  • Demonstrated success working in cross-functional teams with engineering, production, and supplier teams to resolve complex quality issues.
  • Advanced knowledge and hands-on application of AIAG Core Tools, APQP, PPAP, FMEA, MSA, and SPC, including experience developing complete PPAP documentation for various customer requirements.
  • Thorough understanding of ISO 9001:2015 and IATF 16949. 
  • Ability to assist in system audits, document control, and QMS maintenance.
  • Proficient in interpreting engineering drawings and applying GD&T principles to ensure product conformity and support tooling and inspection design.
  • Skilled in structured problem-solving methodologies such as 8D, 5 Whys, Fishbone (Ishikawa), and Fault Tree Analysis.
  • Able to lead cross-functional investigations and drive sustainable corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
  • Solid grasp of fabrication processes (machining, punching, forming) and ability to develop inspection standards, visual aids, and process documentation such as control plans and BOMs.
  • Working knowledge of the FARO arm is an asset.
  • Knowledge of aluminum extrusion processes will be considered an asset.
  • Proven ability to manage multiple projects with competing priorities in a fast-paced environment. 
  • Good organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Effective team player with a proactive mindset.
  • Capable of mentoring peers and shop-floor staff in quality tools, procedures, and best practices.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Able to present technical data clearly, interface effectively with customers and suppliers, and lead discussions with production and cross-functional teams.
  • Proficient in MS Office, with good skills in Excel. 
  • Self-starter working with minimal supervision.

 

Additional Information:

  • Upon offer of employment, the individual will be subject to a background check and a drug screen.



Aleron companies (Acara Solutions, Aleron Shared Resources, Broadleaf Results, Lume Strategies, TalentRise, Viaduct) are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Race/Color/Gender/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Veteran.

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