Our company:

At Kalesnikoff, we honor our heritage by investing in our future. As a family-owned, fourth-generation company, we’ve evolved from our roots in the forests to become a leader in the timber industry, but we’re not just resting on tradition. Today, Kalesnikoff is at the forefront of innovation, combining decades of expertise with cutting-edge technology to redefine what’s possible in wood design and construction.

Role and Objectives:

Reporting to the Director, Quality and Planning, the Quality Assurance Technician ensures materials, components, and assemblies meet quality, contractual, and regulatory requirements throughout mass timber modular manufacturing. The role conducts incoming, in-process, and final inspections across glulam fabrication, light-frame wall, truss, and modular assembly operations. Working with Quality and Production teams, the technician documents non-conformances, supports corrective actions, and contributes to continuous improvement.

Responsibilities:

Safety, Compliance & Standards

- Understand and comply with all company policies and procedures.
- Ensure company quality standards are consistently applied.
- Demonstrate safety leadership by following safe work procedures and ensuring compliance with workplace safety requirements.
- Identify workplace hazards and support the development of safe work procedures.

Quality Inspections & Testing

- Inspect incoming lumber, glulam beams, CLT panels, windows, doors, mechanical systems, hardware, custom materials, and long-lead items for compliance with specifications, certifications, and quality standards.
- Conduct in-process inspections across glulam fabrication, light-frame wall, truss, and modular assembly operations.
- Verify that components, assemblies, and rigging hardware meet engineering drawings, manufacturing specifications, and dimensional tolerances.
- Witness and approve plumbing and sprinkler pressure tests and electrical inspection tests.
- Complete final quality verification before components or modules advance to the next production stage or are released for shipment.

Non-Conformance Management & Quality Improvement

- Investigate non-conformances, identify root causes, develop resolution plans, and coordinate remediation priorities with Glulam and Modular Line Supervisors.
- Identify, document, and report non-conforming materials or workmanship, and support corrective actions with production teams.




- Support quality audits and continuous improvement initiatives that strengthen manufacturing processes and product quality.

Documentation & Cross-Functional Collaboration

- Maintain modular project inspection records, quality forms, reports, and non-conformance documentation in accordance with contractual requirements. Manage document distribution, review in-progress forms daily, and collect and catalogue completed module records.
- Collaborate with fabrication supervisors, design team, and operators to resolve quality issues and ensure adherence to standards.

Other Duties

- Perform other duties as assigned or required.

Requirements:

- Post-secondary studies in forestry, wood science, or manufacturing are an asset.
- One (1) year of experience in quality assurance inspections, or equivalent.
- Knowledge of applicable building codes is an asset.
- Understanding of manufacturing operations and business priorities.
- Working knowledge of regulatory quality assurance and quality control requirements.
- Strong English communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Receptive to change – can adapt to changing circumstances.
- Initiative-taking and focused on continuous improvement.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office suite (Excel, Word, etc.) is an asset.
- Ability to read and understand fabrication, structural, MEP and architectural drawings is an asset.

Work Conditions:

- Location: K3 – 215 Orchard Avenue, Castlegar, BC.
- Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7:30am to 4:00pm.
- Occasional exposure to dust and fumes.
- Exposure to industrial noise, moving equipment, and overlapping work zones.
- Exposure to safety lockouts and access to equipment.
- Requires frequent stooping/bending/crouching, reaching, handling, finger dexterity, sitting, standing, walking, and lifting 30 or more lbs.
- Ability to hear, and talk, occasionally on radio in an industrial setting.
- Occasional climbing and carrying.

At Kalesnikoff, working safely is an expectation. In your role you will have the time and resources needed to meet that expectation.

Compensation Package:

- Salary: $31.70 - $40.50 per hour.




- Extended health benefits including health, dental, vision, travel, Health Spending Account and RRSP program.
- Team building and social events.
- Training, development, and mentorship opportunities.
- Opportunity to advance in your career.
- Work-life balance.
- A great culture where we truly value our employees.

How to apply:

To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter to [email protected].

Our recruitment team reviews all applications carefully. Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled. Due to the high volume of applications, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

About our Kootenay home:

Are the mountains calling you? From beautiful parks and forests, pristine lakes, breathtaking valleys and stunning mountain ranges, the West Kootenay region is a highly desired and special place to call home. With an abundance of recreation including ski areas, golf courses, hot springs, and endless hiking, biking and other outdoor activities, the Kootenays isn’t just a region, it’s a lifestyle. Our vibrant mountain towns are full of arts, culture, food, history and caring communities. What are you doing after work today?

Equal opportunity commitment:

Kalesnikoff is a committed equal opportunity employer. Our recruitment strategy is designed to attract the best person for each position, to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants, and to promote our corporate vision and culture. When considering applicants, only job-related criteria such as ability, merit and responsibility are used to evaluate applicants. Kalesnikoff prohibits discrimination and harassment on the basis of any characteristic protected by applicable law.

Kalesnikoff is committed to treating all people in a way that allows them to maintain their dignity and independence. Kalesnikoff believes in integration and equal prospect. Kalesnikoff is committed to meeting the needs of people with disabilities in a timely manner and will do so by identifying barriers to accessibility and meeting accessibility standards in accordance with applicable law.

Pay: $31.70-$40.50 per hour

Benefits:

- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- On-site parking
- RRSP match
- Vision care

Application question(s):

- Do you have experience performing quality assurance inspections?

Work Location: In person

📌 Quality Assurance Technician (Castlegar)
🏢 Kalesnikoff
📍 Castlegar