Quality Assurance Co-op Student

Join Our Team as a Quality Assurance Co-op Student at Johnson Electric

Location: Stratford ON, Canada (onsite)

Your Mission, Should You Choose to Accept It:
As our next Co-op student, you’ll be maintaining and improving quality standards for manufacturing processes, materials, and products. Working under the guidance of experienced Quality Engineers, the student will gain valuable hands-on experience in inspection methods, data collection and analysis, and continuous improvement initiatives. The student must work safely, efficiently, and in compliance with Johnson Electric’s Health & Safety and Quality Systems policies and procedures.

Why You’ll Love Working Here:

- Global Presence: Be part of a global company with diverse teams and the opportunity to work on international projects.
- Diverse Projects: Work on a variety of projects across different industries, gaining broad experience.
- Mentorship Opportunities: Access to mentorship programs that help you grow both personally and professionally.
- Innovation Hubs: Access to state-of-the-art facilities and innovation hubs that foster creativity and development.

What You’ll Be Doing:
Under the supervision of the Quality Assurance team, the co-op student will:

- Assist in developing and maintaining standards and methods for inspection, testing, evaluation, and process control.
- Support the design, selection, and verification of gauges for new and existing programs.
- Participate in Gauge Repeatability and Reproducibility (GRR) studies and analyze measurement data.
- Collect and monitor quality and capability data from production processes; identify and communicate issues or trends.
- Help issue and communicate Quality Alerts as required.
- Support the team in resolving internal quality issues, including data collection, containment activities, and root cause analysis.
- Contribute to scrap reduction and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Assist in compiling and updating quality documentation, training materials, and reports.
- Participate in activities related to external quality issues, including containment, corrective action, and verification.
- Ensure compliance with Quality Management System (IATF 16949) and Environmental, Health & Safety requirements.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.

What We’re Looking For:
_ Education and/or Experience:_
- Currently enrolled in a College Diploma or University Degree program in Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing, or a related Engineering or Technical discipline.

_ Experience (preferred but not required):_
- Previous experience in a manufacturing or quality environment is an asset.
- Exposure to measurement systems, SPC, or problem-solving methodologies is beneficial.

_ Qualifications:_
- Strong analytical, mathematical, and problem-solving abilities.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
- Good communication and interpersonal skills; able to work effectively with various departments.
- Self-motivated, organized, and detail-oriented.
- Capable of working independently or within a team in a fast-paced environment.
- Basic understanding of CMM programming or metrology is an asset.

_ Language Skills:_
- Proficient in English (both spoken and written).

_ Work Environment (including Physical Demands):_
- Combination of office and production floor environments.
- May require standing, walking, or working near machinery.
Must follow all Health & Safety guidelines and wear required PPE when on the production floor.
- Occasional overtime or flexible hours may be required.

How to Apply:
What We Offer:
Johnson Electric offers talented people like you the opportunity to grow professionally and personally, surrounded by some of the most dedicated, innovative, and entrepreneurial colleagues you will find anywhere. Of course, we offer competitive pay and benefits, and far more than that, we offer you a culture driven by our values and designed to ensure that our most important asset—our people—can flourish.

In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, Johnson Electric is an equal opportunity employer who is committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment and selection process. Applicants should advise Human Resources if they require any type of accommodation during the recruitment process.

_ Come join our global, inclusive & diverse team_

Our purpose is to improve the quality of life of everyone we touch through our innovative motion systems. We are a truly global team bound together by our shared values. Our culture is built on the diversity, knowledge, skills, creativity, and talents that each employee brings to the company. Our people are our company’s most valuable asset. We are committed to providing an inclusive, diverse and equitable workplace where employees of different backgrounds feel valued and respected, regardless of their age, gender, race, ethnicity or religious background. We are commi