Quality Supervisor

**Powell People Solving Tough Problems** As a top player in Switchgear and E-house Manufacturing and field servicing, a career with us will challenge you to solve some very tough problems. You will be rewarded with growth, personal development & industry expertise. At Powell, we provide a comprehensive salary package, RRSP matching, extensive benefits and job training all within a professional & friendly working environment. The Quality Assurance Supervisor leads a team of quality assurance professionals, conducts audits, analyzes data, provides recommendations for improvements and is responsible for maintaining quality certifications. They collaborate with cross-functional teams to address quality issues, develop corrective actions, and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements. Additionally, they may provide training and support to employees on quality-related matters. **Essential Responsibilities** - Act as Lead Auditor for internal quality audits - Organize and conduct internal quality audits - Conduct vendor audits Maintain a thorough knowledge of Powell - s Quality System and the execution of continuous improvement initiatives that support the system. - Lead special projects, as required following Lean and Six Sigma principals - Conduct and Participate in Root Cause Analysis, as required. - Facilitate the CIP (Continuous Improvement Program) initiatives. - Work with the Continuous Improvement team, employees and department stakeholders to implement CIP suggestions. - Teach classes for QA programs **Minimum Qualifications** - 5 Years in an industrial or manufacturing environment - Experience leading a team and Independent Projects - Background in Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma Training required. - Associate or Bachelor degree in an engineering or business discipline or equivalent experience **Skills, Abilities & Other Requirements** - Technical writing skills. - Proven experience in implementing or maintaining a comprehensive quality assurance program, preferably one that was certified to ISO 9001. - Ability to establish priorities and balance multiple objectives - Natural continuous improvement mindset - Ability to engage with stakeholders on complex improvements and communicate the value - effectively. - Effective problem solving, decision making and communication skills - Ability to take on responsibility and challenges - Strong team player with leadership skills. - Basic computer skills using Oracle, Word, Excel, Microsoft Office. **Working Conditions** - Safety sensitive position in a temperature controlled manufacturing or industrial environment with occasional outside activities. - Required to wear personnel protective equipment at all times (i.e., hard hats, safety glasses, hearing protection, safety harnesses and respirators) when required. - Must be able to work from all type of ladders (step ladders, "A" frame ladders and all size extension ladders). **Physical Requirements** - Able to maintain body equilibrium and agility to prevent falling when walking, standing, crouching, ascending or descending stairs. - Bending the body at the waist, the legs at the knees, and extending arms and hands in any direction in a repetitive manner continuously. - Continuous standing, walking 50-300 foot distances for long periods of time with only occasional sitting. - Able to frequently look over shoulders, work with both arms above shoulders and use both arms at full length frequently. - Ability to use hand tools, such as: tin snips, hammer, and power tools (some vibrating), for long periods of time with frequent repetition. **Who we are** Powell Canada Inc. is a subsidiary of Powell Industries, which is located in Houston, Texas. Globally, we have over 70 years of experience. Powell Canada is a reputable electrical manufacturing and electrical/instrumentation contracting company. We hold a strong industry presence with offices located in Acheson, Calgary and Montreal. Powell strives to create one unified company through training, communication and leadership. We offer diversified services based on our customers needs, keeping us on the cutting edge of new products and services within our industry. **Your Partner in Safety** LI- ML1 In our 70+ year history, Powell has always known that our employees are at the heart of our success. Without question, we have the most talented people in all parts of our organisation. As a manufacturer, we recruit and hire experienced and knowledgeable applicants to ensure our product is engineered, fabricated and assembled to customer specifications Powered by Innovation - Powells culture has and will always be founded in our "can do" attitude. If we can imagine it, we can do it. Powell Canada, Inc is an equal opportunity employer.