QA Technician

Calian GNSS is an Ottawa-based producer of products and components used for Global Navigation Satellite Systems (GNSS).  

For more than 40 years, Calian has been solving the world’s most complex problems by pairing the brightest minds with powerful technology. Calian solutions impact the world; from the satellites in space that connect us to the farms that feed us, from the medical professionals who care for us to the governments, schools and companies that make the world better every day. 

Ottawa, ON l On-site 

Position Overview 

As a QA Technician reporting to the Quality Management System Coordinator, your role will involve helping and supporting the Operational Excellence Department Staff. 

Responsibilities  

Product Labels Management:  
 

• Create, inspect, and manage product and shipping labels using software such as Nice Label 2019.  

• Ensure all labels meet regulatory and internal compliance standards.  

Shopfloor Issues Support:  
 

• Address quality issues arising on the production floor in a timely manner.  

• Act as a liaison between production and QA to resolve discrepancies.  

ICQ 8 Process Audits Execution: 
 

• Assist in carrying out ICQ 8 process audits to ensure compliance with internal standards.  

RF Inspections Support: 

• Support the QA team in inspecting and verifying RF components and systems.  

ISO 9001 Internal Audits Support: 
 

• Participate in internal audits to ensure compliance with ISO 9001 standards (formal training provided).  

Customer Corrective Actions Follow Up:  

• Track and verify the implementation of corrective actions from customer audits or customer complaints. 

• Report progress and escalate issues as needed. 

Measurement Equipment Calibration:  

• Maintain records of equipment calibration and coordinate with external providers as needed.  

• Perform routine internal calibrations to ensure equipment accuracy.  

Performing Internal Quality Tests:  

• Execute environmental and mechanical tests, including temperature cycling, air leak, and water leak tests. Document and analyze test results to identify quality trends.  

Final Inspections:  

• Perform final inspections of finished products prior to shipping, ensuring they meet customer and regulatory requirements.  

Chemical Inventory Updates:  

• Maintain accurate records of chemical inventory and update safety documentation as needed.  

Daily Product Certificates:  

• Generate and verify compliance certificates for daily shipments.  

Employee ESD (Electrostatic Discharge) Test Logs:  

• Maintain and review logs of employee ESD tests to ensure compliance with standards. 

>>> Please note that training will be provided to perform the above listed activities. You are not expected to know them to apply for this job. <<< 

Qualifications

• Technician/technologist diploma, associate degree or equivalent in a relevant field (bachelor’s is an asset). 

• Possess 1-3 years of experience working in a manufacturing environment. 

• Competence in using computer software for data entry, analysis, and generating reports (MS Excel and MS PowerPoint are critical). 

• Easily navigate to locate files and folders in a MS Windows environment. 

• Strong written and verbal communication skills for reporting findings to quality team and suppliers 

• Ability to maintain and organize detailed records of inspections, test results, and quality metrics. 

• Familiarity with mechanical drawings and dimensional measurement equipment are an asset. 

• Ability to prioritize work and meet deadlines in a fast-paced production environment. 

• Ability to work as part of a team to achieve quality objectives. 

• Positive attitude towards constant change in work systems. 

• Positive customer service attitude towards internal and external customers. 

• Self-control and temperance during stressful situations. 

• Can lift and move boxes up to 23 kg of weight.