WHO WE ARE:

INOAC is a leading tier 1 automotive supplier, specializing in painted exterior products for the automotive industry. INOAC’s core business as an Automotive Tier1 supplier is in the design, development and production of plastic systems and components to major OEMs in North America.

WHY INOAC?

In addition to a workplace that emphasizes respect, teamwork and personal and professional growth, INOAC Exterior Systems offers a broad range of health, wellness and financial benefits that promote the physical, mental and financial wellbeing of our employees and help them bring their best self to work

SCOPE OF POSITION:

This position encompasses responsibilities within the following areas:

- Quality Management Systems (IATF 16949)
- APQP Customer PPAP submissions
- Supplier PPAPs review / approval
- Customer concern resolutions
- Internal concern resolutions
- Supplier concern resolutions

REPORTING TO:

Quality Manager

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS:

- Engineering degree or equivalent experience
- Minimum 3 years related ‘hands on’ experience in automotive manufacturing.
- Knowledge of AIAG Core Tools
- Working knowledge of SPC, including process capability analysis using statistical software Working knowledge of GD&T;
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Robust computer skills
- Working knowledge of IATF 16949 Quality Management Systems
- Knowledge of Customer Specific Requirements (GM, Ford, FCA, Toyota, Nissan) would be an asset

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Quality Management Systems

- Support the maintenance of the QMS / EMS through the adherence / compliance of all system procedures and standards.
- Perform IATF16949 internal audits as per the schedule.
- Perform Control Plan / Process / Product audits as per the schedule. Perform PFMEA review and reverse PFMEA per customer requirements.
- Perform LPA audits as per the schedule.
- Support the Quality Manager in IATF audit preparation and corrective action submissions.

APQP / PPAP:

- Actively participate in the APQP process to ensure you are kept up to date on program progress and status, milestone dates,



customer build deliverables and PPAP submission dates to support achieving seamless launches.
- Participate in check fixture design and modifications per engineering changes and attend on-site fixture review / approval at the fabrication shops.
- Participate in mould / equipment design review and be present for on-site trial runs at the fabrication shops and at suppliers.
- Attend customer pre-launch builds and provide launch support as necessary.
- Work closely with program management and process engineering in manufacturing equipment design, build, set up and commissioning.
- Prepare the PPAP documentations per the AIAG and customer’s specific requirements.
- Co-ordinate with other disciplines to obtain other documents and deliverables that are required for the respective customer’s PPAP package.
- Prepare and submit PPAPs per the customer’s promised / required dates.
- Thoroughly review all PPAP documents and supporting data for completeness and accuracy prior to submission.
- Follow up with customers after PPAP submission to ensure timely approval.
- Prioritize addressing any PPAP issues raised by the customer to avoid any delays to final approval.
- Ensure all customer required annual validation is completed for each part # assigned to you as per customer’s specific requirements. Contact the customer for any clarification of these requirements.
- Develop new operator work instructions and modify existing ones following the required document control procedures. Customer Concern Communication / Corrective Action:
- Issue Quality Alert as soon as a concern is received to communicate the issue to the plant.
- Implement containment actions at the customer’s facility (as required)



and all in-house suspect stock (WIP, finished).
- Submit the customer’s 24 hr. response via the customer’s portal or any other methods available.
- Monitor the containment actions to ensure the instructions are followed and the effectiveness of the actions taken to prevent outflow of non-conforming parts.
- Update the Fast Response spreadsheet with the necessary information / data to reflect the appropriate status.
- Open an 8D and initiate the RCA. Utilize the team approach as necessary. Complete the 8D report within the customer’s required submission date.
- Review the 8D report with the Quality Manager prior to submission. After submission, follow up with the customer until final closure is achieved. As necessary, visit customer plants to review and gather 1st hand knowledge of quality concerns.
- Supplier PPAP/ Issues:
- Review / approve supplier PPAPs aligned to assigned programs.
- Visit supplier locations for on-site PPAP submissions, run@rate activities, tool trials and corrective actions review.
- Contact supplier and arrange containment activities (where necessary)
- Issue Quality Alert to communicate supplier issues.
- Follow up with supplier for corrective actions until closure is achieved.
- Miscellaneous:
- Other responsibilities within the scope of the job position as assigned by the Quality Manager and the Director of Quality.
- Assist the Quality Manager to cover for other team members within the quality group during their absence.

Pay: From $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

- Casual dress
- Company events
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Vision care

Application question(s):

- Do you have a minimum 3 years related ‘hands on’ experience in automotive manufacturing?
- Do you have Knowledge of Customer Specific Requirements (GM, Ford, FCA, Toyota, Nissan) ?
- Do you have Working knowledge of SPC, including process capability analysis using statistical software working knowledge of GD&T; ?

Work Location: In person

📌 Quality Engineer (Etobicoke)
🏢 INOAC Exterior Systems
📍 Etobicoke