First – Should You Apply?
- Do you like a fast-paced environment where there is always something to do?
- Are you someone who loves hands on tasks?
- Do you want to learn new skills and explore manufacturing?
- Are you good with following instructions and paying attention to details?
- Do you want the opportunity to prove yourself so that you will be considered for advancement?
Second – What we are hoping for!
- We need someone who will follow instructions and ask questions, but not need to be micromanaged to get the job done
- We are looking for someone who loves the world of manufacturing and takes pride in making components as much as we do.
- The ideal individual will learn the role so well that they will find ways to improve processes for themselves and for others, making everyone’s job easier
Does this sound like a fit?? Then this just might be the company and position for you!
Our Company: alfa is a small Canadian, family owned and operated company based out of Mississauga, Ontario. There are around 40 of us and we all work together to manufacture high quality precision machined components for the automotive and non-automotive industries. We have been in business for over 40 years and are known for our quality as well as our ability to work with customers, suppliers and employees. We are growing and looking for friendly, dedicated, detail-oriented people to join our team! If you’re interested, please apply today and let us know in your cover letter that you want to be part of the alfa Team!
http://www.alfainternational.ca/
Your Position: We’re looking for someone to be a part of our Quality Team as a Quality Inspector. You would be contributing to the team by:
- Measuring parts on the plant floor during machining to help the operators produce good parts
- Measuring parts at final inspection to approve them before they are allowed to leave the machine
- Communicating any quality problems to the Machine Operators and the Plant Supervisor so they can help you stop the bad parts from leaving the operation
Your team will include the Engineers, Machine Operators, the Plant Supervisor, and a great group of Quality Inspectors who will all help support you to get the job done.
Your Pay: Pay range is $19 - $22 / hr to start based upon experience, your ability to be productive independently and your contribution to the alfa team. We review pay annually and it increases with ability as well as dedication and effort (e.g. how independent you are, your knowledge of our parts and potential defects; your attendance and punctuality; in a small company we know WHO does WHAT! Your effort will not go unnoticed here).
Your Shift: This Quality Inspector position is a day shift position. Day shift is 6:30 am to 3:30 pm.
Your Working Conditions: The Quality Inspector will spend 100% of their time in the plant environment. Exercise that includes standing, walking and the lifting are all part of the job!
Your Responsibilities:
- Become confident with all of alfa’s parts and know how to visually identify potential defects
- Learn how to read blueprints to properly assess part requirements
- Use precision quality measurement tools with care, accuracy, and skill to verify parts are meeting customer drawing requirements
- Collect and record data accurately on quality dimensions and defects
- Communicate regularly with Production and Quality so that both teams are aware of any potential quality issues
What skills you should have:
- Strong attention to detail
- Ability to multitask to inspect multiple machines
- Confidence using basic math skills
- Excellence at communicating with team members
- Comfortable lifting up to 25 lbs
- Demonstrated strong work ethic with a determination to complete duties well and on time
- Commitment and responsibility towards quality of work completed daily
- Knowledge of precision measuring devices
- Ability to read a part drawing and interpret customer requirements
- Comfortable working in a factory environment
- Ability to read, write, and communicate in English
- Mechanical aptitude and ability to understand machining is an asset
What experience you should have:
- Quality Inspection 1 to 3 years (preferred)
- Experience working in a small organization
- Experience with metal manufacturing is an asset
- Automotive experience is an asset
*Further details will be discussed during an interview
The Working Location: alfa is based in Mississauga near Courtney Park and Tomken close to public transit.
Applications are welcome from all individuals! As an inclusive and equal opportunity employer, alfa International is committed to providing reasonable accommodation throughout the recruitment process to applicants upon their request. We are committed to a positive, supportive, and inclusive environment with continual learning opportunities. We are striving towards a focus of well-being in the workplace.
While we thank all applicants, only those being considered for an interview will be contacted.
The above statements reflect the general items considered necessary to describe principal functions of the position and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the position. Other duties may be assigned as per management instructions. All applicants must meet the following requirements: Minimum age of 18 years. Legally allowed to work in Canada.
Pay: $19.00-$22.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
Application question(s):
- What quality gauges have you used at previous jobs?
Experience:
- Manufacturing: 1 year (preferred)
- Quality Related: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person
