You must have your P.Eng (Professional Engineer) degree and Six Sigma Certification designation. (Sorry, no exceptions)
***Candidates must be currently authorized to work in Canada on a full-time, permanent basis. StaffRight Associates and our clients do not provide visa sponsorship for this position.
Exceptional salary and bonus!!!
The Opportunity
StaffRight Associates is recruiting a visionary Quality & Continuous Improvement Manager to spearhead operational excellence for a premier precision manufacturing leader. Reporting directly to the executive leadership team, you will serve as the primary architect of quality strategy and the driving force behind a robust culture of iterative improvement. This high-impact role is designed for a technical leader who can bridge the gap between high-level innovation and shop-floor execution, ensuring that every product exceeds the rigorous standards of the energy and industrial sectors.
What You’ll Do
Champion the comprehensive Quality function, providing strategic oversight to the QA, QC, and Quality Engineering departments.
Synthesize corporate objectives into actionable quality benchmarks and standard operating procedures across all manufacturing workflows.
Architect and evolve the Quality Management System (QMS) to ensure peak performance and adherence to international and customer-specific regulations.
Drive the adoption of Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma frameworks to minimize process variability and maximize resource efficiency.
Facilitate cross-functional collaboration with plant leadership to harmonize process updates with stringent quality expectations.
Execute advanced diagnostic methodologies, including Root Cause Analysis, FMEA, and Value Stream Mapping, to resolve complex operational bottlenecks.
Mentor internal talent by delivering sophisticated training programs and coaching emerging Lean practitioners through certification.
Analyze and report on mission-critical KPIs, including margin health, revenue flow, and delivery precision, to the Senior Management Team.
What You Bring
Professional Credentials: Active P. Eng or P.L. Eng designation (APEGA membership or immediate eligibility is mandatory).
Industry Expertise: At least 15 years of dedicated experience in QA/QC environments, specifically within high-precision machining or manufacturing.
Leadership Pedigree: 10+ years of experience directing multidisciplinary teams and managing high-level performance metrics.
Continuous Improvement Mastery: Formal certification in Lean or Six Sigma (Green Belt or higher) with a proven track record of implementing Kaizen and 5S initiatives.
Technical Literacy: Deep understanding of ISO standards and regulatory requirements pertinent to the oil and gas or heavy industrial sectors.
Educational Foundation: A Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a closely related technical discipline.
Joining StaffRight Associates
StaffRight Associates is proud to represent organizations that stand at the forefront of technical innovation. This role offers the chance to exert real influence over the operational DNA of a respected industry leader, tackling complex engineering hurdles while fostering a world-class quality environment.
When you partner with StaffRight Associates in your search for your next role, you’re doing more than pursuing a job, you’re aligning yourself with a team of experts committed to placing top-tier talent in truly impactful positions. We take pride in fostering professional growth and connecting forward-thinking individuals with organizations that value innovation and excellence. We look forward to showcasing your expertise in a way that resonates with our clients and opens the door to meaningful opportunities.
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