Quality Assurance Manager

For more than 90 years,
E.S. Fox Limited (ESFL)
has set the standard for safety and quality in the construction and fabrication industry. We have been unique in the industry as the ones who have helped build Canada's infrastructure. We possess the insight and expertise to stand behind everything we do.

Our Strength is People
With a strong commitment to health, safety, and the protection of the environment, ESFL has earned a reputation as a people-first, environmentally conscious and socially responsible provider. Our goal is to foster, cultivate, and preserve a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion so that all employees feel valued and respected.

Our employees are our greatest asset. We strive to create an atmosphere that inspires free thinking, expression, and the promoting of individual differences, valuing the diverse contribution of skills, abilities, and experience.

Why Join Our Team
We offer you a rewarding career opportunity working within the thriving construction industry. We provide comprehensive benefits, including:

An attractive health and dental benefits package for you and your family (dependents). Health Care Spending Account and Healthy Living Wellness Account options

• Employee Assistance Program
• Group RSP with employer contribution
• Competitive compensation
• Support of professional growth

Our office in Hamilton, ON, is looking for a Quality Assurance Manager to join our team.

*Summary of the Role*
The Quality Assurance Manager is responsible for administering the company quality program in accordance with customer and company requirements. The Quality Assurance Manager shall support the Area/Location Manager by effectively ensuring that QA Programs and Management Systems have been effectively implemented at the location and ensuring that personnel and products manufactured and fabricated at the location are in compliance with E.S. Fox Limited policies, procedures, and processes, and meet all of the applicable code, standard, and quality requirements.

*Key Responsibilities*

• Directly responsible for the implementation and maintenance of the applicable company quality management systems and programs and provides regular, updated reporting on their performance at the Stoney Creek location and associated field sites.
• May be required to assist in development and preparation of QA Manuals, procedures, and work instructions.
• Establish and implement procedures and processes for maintaining high standards of quality, reliability, and safety, while collaborating with functional groups to define and enforce quality requirements in accordance with company needs and based on applicable legislation, codes, standards, regulations, design, and customer requirements.
• May be required to support, plan, and coordinate periodic internal audits, and actively participate in external audits.
• Provide necessary documentation to maintain company certifications.
• Organize and promote quality improvement efforts.
• Evaluate and develop techniques for the control of quality, reliability, and safety.
• Ensure adherence to codes, standards, customer requirements, E.S. Fox Limited quality processes and procedures, as well as legislative requirements.
• Act as the liaison with external parties on matters relating to the quality systems.
• Review contract documentation and specified quality requirements, and develop or initiate the development of inspection test plans and procedures.
• Monitor all projects using all available quality reporting systems and remain fully informed as to their status.
• Maintain full and complete communication to ensure that information is freely communicated on all matters.
• Interface with regulatory agencies and contractor associations for quality-related matters on behalf of E.S. Fox Limited.
• Coordinate and supervise quality aspects of all projects in accordance with established company policy and procedures.
• Perform incoming inspections, in-process inspections, and final inspections, as required.
• Cooperate with other managers within the branch and company to promote harmony in the best interests of the organization.
• Direct the responsibilities and manage the daily activities of technical personnel and complex activities.
• Provide training on quality management systems and programs for company personnel, as required.
• Remain aware and up to date on the required codes and standards, manual, and procedure revisions that affect current company operations, as well as those that may impact future company opportunities.
• Ensure responsibilities and accountabilities are carried out in a safe manner in accordance with E.S. Fox Limited safety policy/procedures, ISO 45001 standards and OHSA requirements.
• Ensure that environmental aspects within the scope of responsibility are adhered to pursuant to ISO 14001 requirements.

Key Requirements, Experience And Skills

• Bachelor's Degree or Diploma in Quality or Engineering, or C.E.T. is preferred.
• A minimum of 8 years' Q.A. field experience in a construction and/or nuclear environment.
• Intimate knowledge of various Q.A. codes, standards and/or protocols.
• CSA W178.2 certified Level 2 Visual Inspector (W47.1 and/or W47.2 endorsements, preferred).
• CAN/CGSB certified Liquid Penetrant (PT) and/or Magnetic Particle (MT) Level 2.
• Dimensional and Visual Inspection techniques.
• Sound knowledge of various quality specifications, procedures, standards, and codes.
• Experienced with the development/preparation of ITP (Inspection Test Plans) to various code requirements.
• Fully conversant with Boiler and Pressure Vessel Fabrication in accordance with ASME Section I, Section VIII, Division 1, and pressure piping and components in accordance with ASME B31.1 and B31.3; CSA B51.
• Experience with ISO 9001, CSA N299, CSA B51, ASME Section I, II, V, VIII, IX, B31.1, B31.3 and/or ISO 9001 is an asset.
• Experience in several QC disciplines (Visual, Liquid Penetrant, Magnetic Particle, Radiography, Ultrasonic and/or Dimensional Inspections).
• Experience interfacing with external stakeholders (Customer and/or Jurisdictional Authority).
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings (i.e. blueprints).
• Computer skills - Proficiency with MS Word & Excel for completing forms, generating and maintaining spreadsheets, and tracking logs and checklists.
• Excellent communication skills (both written & verbal).

*Attributes*

• Well organized.
• Quality minded and detail oriented.
• Self-starter with a demonstrated initiative.
• Responsive with strong result orientation.

*Competencies*
Integrity/Ethics

Quality

Working Safely

About E.S. Fox Limited
ESFL is a privately owned, Canadian, multi-trade fabricator and constructor, providing a single-source solution for Industrial, Institutional, Commercial, and Power Generation sectors. ESFL has established a reputation for safety, executing high quality workmanship, operational flexibility, efficiency, and timely project completion.

As a fully integrated, multi-trade construction firm, ESFL provides clients with a sole source solution for their detailed engineering, fabrication, construction, and maintenance needs. We are a solutions-based provider that delivers a superior level of service from 'cradle to grave,' as we offer multi-trade, service-oriented solutions for all your Industrial, Commercial, Institutional, and Energy products. ESFL continues to be a leader of Canadian strength and tradition for over 9 decades.

Headquartered in Niagara Falls, Ontario, we maintain full-service regional offices in Hamilton, Toronto, Port Robinson, Oshawa, Kincardine, Kingston, Sarnia, and Thunder Bay.

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E.S. Fox Limited is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing an inclusive workplace. We will accommodate applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment and selection process. Please advise Human Resources to ensure your accessibility needs are accommodated throughout this process.

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