Team lead, Assurance Quality

Company Description

We are SGS - the world's leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for sustainability, quality and integrity. Our 99,600 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world.

Job Description

Reporting to the Director of Operations, the incumbent will be responsible for supervising the manufacturing of various components to ensure compliance with technical drawings, client specifications, and applicable standards in accordance with SGS procedures. They will also be responsible for training and supervising new inspectors, as well as reviewing and signing reports.

The incumbent will perform various tasks related to the supervision of manufacturing processes, such as progress reports, witness testing, welding inspections, dimensional inspections, pre-shipment inspections, and short, medium, and long-term loading inspections.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform tasks as specified by the supervisor and/or department coordinator;
• Train and supervise new inspectors;
• Review and sign reports;
• Provide technical guidance to other inspectors;
• Identify and analyse client needs;
• Plan and prepare the work to be carried out on-site at the client's location (documents, equipment);
• Ensure all necessary equipment is in good working condition and that calibration is up to date;
• Consult with clients and/or suppliers to obtain the information required to carry out the work;
• Coordinate actions with the client and/or supplier in relation to the manufacturer's project schedule;
• Ensure that on-site work performed at the client's location is in line with the scope of work, completed on time, and carried out professionally with meticulous attention to detail in order to deliver excellent service;
• Review quality plans provided by manufacturers and their subcontractors.
• Review purchase orders intended for suppliers;
• Review technical specifications;
• Monitor and verify the status of required project documentation;
• Review test reports;
• Verify the implementation of quality plans and applicable procedures;
• Ensure manufacturing compliance with drawings and technical specifications;
• Perform visual and dimensional welding inspections according to the criteria specified in the quotation (based on certifications);
• Conduct non-destructive testing in accordance with the criteria specified in the quotation (based on certifications);
• Draft non-destructive testing procedures based on methods developed in collaboration with client stakeholders (R&D) (based on certifications).
• Verify actual work progress;
• Communicate with the client at the request of the manager and/or supervisor;
• Complete the required quality forms related to monitoring or inspection activities;
• Ensure that suppliers produce a non-conformance report and send it to the client if a non-conformance is identified;
• Inform the client if a non-conformance needs to be identified at a worksite;
• Prepare non-conformance reports and forward them to the manufacturer when a non-conformance is identified;
• Track and manage non-conformities and exemption requests;
• Participate in plant meetings when manufacturing quality is on the agenda;
• Attend manufacturing and assembly tests;
• Prepare clear and concise reports within the required timeframe (usually within 24 hours of completion);
• Perform administrative tasks such as data entry, filing, photocopying documents, and issuing certificates, as well as carry out ad hoc projects;
• Assume the responsibilities of a CWB Inspection Supervisor (if certified);
• Act as project lead for ad hoc projects, as needed;
• Review and sign inspection reports or certificates;
• For specific projects: Coordinate and support the resources under your responsibility.

Qualifications

PROFILE

• Education: Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or metallurgy, or a college diploma combined with significant and relevant experience may be considered equivalent;
• Experience: More than (10) years of supervisory experience in a plant;

REQUIRED SKILLS

• W178.2 Qualification of Welding Inspectors, Level 2 or 3
• The following skills are considered important assets: Knowledge of turbine-alternator group fabrication, knowledge of machining, experience in managing and coordinating multidisciplinary teams, certification as a NACE coating inspector, qualification in non-destructive testing, ASME certification (National Board, authorized inspector, authorized inspector supervisor), and/or API certification (510 - Pressure Vessel Inspector, 570 - Piping Inspector, or 936 - Refractory Materials Inspector);
• Ability to train and provide technical advice to other inspectors;
• Knowledge of material treatment techniques;
• Must be able to read, understand, and follow work instructions safely, accurately, and promptly.
• The candidate must be proficient in using various computer software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).
• Proven ability to manage and coordinate multiple projects in a fast-paced and highly professional environment.
• Candidates must demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills, including grammar and composition, in French and English.
• Ability to work well with others and independently.
• Proven time management skills and strong attention to detail.
• Ability to perform well under pressure.
• Extended work hours and shifts may be required occasionally.
• Travel to other SGS locations or client sites may be required from time to time.

Additional Information

SGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such we recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression and Indigenous status, or any other characteristics protected by law.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.

This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts the company's rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Accommodations are available on request for qualified candidates during each stage of the recruitment process.

Please note that candidates applying for Canadian job openings should be authorized to work in Canada.