Company Bio
Southwestern Manufacturing Inc. operates in a competitive global market producing wide ranging metal based assemblies and components across a variety of industry sectors including but not limited to Mining, Oil & Gas, Crane and Drag-line Components, Agricultural, Machine building, and Heavy Equipment Manufacturing.
Increased over the years, our extensive plant capacity is spread across four facilities manned by over 200 employees. It incorporates shot blasting, stress relieving, fitting, welding, machining, non-destructive testing, final paint, right on through to our own logistics network, resulting in high value finished items across many diverse sectors.
Role Overview
Southwestern Manufacturing Inc. is seeking 1 permanent full-time, experienced QUALITY INSPECTOR .
Key Responsibilities
- Perform receiving, in-process, and final inspections to verify compliance with drawings, specifications, and applicable codes/standards.
- Review and follow Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs), ensuring all hold and witness points are satisfied.
- Verify material documentation such as MTRs, Certificates of Conformance, and test reports for traceability.
- Identify, document, and report non-conformances (NCRs), and ensure proper disposition.
- Control non-conforming materials/products by tagging, segregation, and preventing unintended use.
- Verify that special processes (welding, heat treatment, NDE) are performed by qualified personnel using approved procedures.
- Maintain detailed, accurate inspection records and traceability reports in compliance with QA program requirements and nuclear program requirements.
- Participate in internal audits and support external inspections as required.
- Exercise authority to withhold acceptance or stop work when quality standards are not met.
Qualifications & Skills
- Strong understanding of dimensional inspection, including GD&T.
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints and engineering drawings.
- Hands-on experience with inspection tools: calipers, micrometers, tape measures, verniers, thread gauges, etc.
- Proven ability to prepare accurate and detailed inspection reports.
- Willingness to work occasional weekends as required.
- Knowledge of ISO 9001:2015 and CSA N299.3-16 nuclear quality standards is an asset.
- Participation in and knowledge of internal quality audits is an asset.
- Knowledge and working experience within the Manufacturing industry is required
- Able to perform CMM programming/measurement
Education & Experience
- Minimum 1–3 years of relevant QA/QC inspection experience, ideally heavy Machining industry.
- Experience inspecting weldments is Required.
- Secondary (high) school graduation certificate or equivalent
- Proven working experience in a quality inspection position
- CMM / laser tracker experience preferred
- Experience with first article/ PPAP, in-process and final inspection
Working Conditions
- Shop environment with exposure to noise, sparks, grinding debris, and moving equipment.
- Regular lifting, bending, kneeling, and standing for extended periods.
- Use of required personal protective equipment (PPE) at all times.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and have an attention for detail to ensure tight deadlines are met.
Safety & Quality Expectations
- Adhere strictly to workplace health and safety legislation and company safety procedures.
- Follow all quality control processes and documentation requirements.
- Participate in continuous improvement initiatives.
Key Competencies
- Attention to detail
- Mechanical aptitude
- Spatial awareness
- Problem-solving skills
- Teamwork and communication
- Time management and reliability
We offer:
- Competitive wages
- Overtime after 40 hours per week
- A comprehensive benefits package including medical, vision, dental, life insurance and pension plan
- Opportunity to be part of a growing, diverse team
Reports To: Quality Manager
Department: Nuclear Division
Employment Type: Full Time
Southwestern Manufacturing Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, upon request, accommodation will be provided by Southwestern Manufacturing throughout the recruitment, selection and/ or interview process to applicants with disabilities. Please note that this recruitment process may involve the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools to assist in reviewing applications and assessing candidate qualifications. All AI tools used are designed to support fair and consistent hiring practices and are subject to human oversight. Final hiring decisions are made by company representatives, not automated systems. Applicants with questions or concerns about the use of AI in this process may contact Human Resources for more information or to request an alternative application method. Any personal information collected through the hiring process, including information processed by AI tools, will be handled in accordance with our company Privacy Policy and applicable privacy laws.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $20.00 per hour
Experience:
- Quality inspection: 1 year (preferred)
- Weld Inspection: 1 year (required)
- CMM Programming: 1 year (required)
Work Location: In person
