Materials and Quality Engineer

Industrial Electric Mfg. (IEM) is the largest independent full-line manufacturer of custom power distribution systems in North America. Founded more than 75 years ago in Fremont, California, IEM grew alongside Silicon Valley and today operates over 1.7 million square feet of manufacturing capacity. With $1B+ in annual sales and 10,000+ commissioned projects across technology, data centers, commercial, energy, utilities, healthcare, industrial, and infrastructure markets, IEM continues to deliver exceptional product quality, dependable service, and the flexibility to meet complex technical requirements at scale.

IEM is currently seeking a Supplier Quality Engineer for our Surrey, B.C. locations and will report into the Director of Quality. This position requires 100% in-office presence in our Surrey offices and does not offer remote work.

Updating the supplier database with continuously updated records of performance

Creating quality control guidelines and protocols

Performing logistics tasks, such as communicating with vendors when supplies don’t meet quality standards

Assessing products and supplies from vendors to ensure their quality

Creating and promoting strategies to increase the quality and efficiency of systems and products

Conducting audits of supplier management quality systems

Acting as a liaison between vendors and company leaders, determining solutions to any challenges to quality standards

Visiting vendor facilities to ensure they uphold quality standards

Oversee and develop process improvements strategies and document

Risk Assessments, PFMEA, Six Sigma, 5S, FOD Prevention, Kaizen, IPC Standards

Understanding of UL, CSA and other regulatory requirements

Must abide by Health and Safety Rules and have demonstrated commitment to good housekeeping/organizational practices

Responsible for compliance to company and regulatory standards

Strive for continuous improvement in all aspects of the work environment, this includes active participation in company committees, project teams and relevant job training

Commit to self-development goals as discussed with your Vice President and attend company-sponsored training

Quality management systems

Root-cause analysis

Quality Control

Technical Skills

Quality Engineering

Quality Assurance

Diploma in relevant field with work experience

Advanced proficiency of Microsoft Office applications (Access, Outlook, Excel and PowerPoint)

Understanding of Mechanical Engineering and/or Electrical Engineering and/or Materials Engineering

Physical/Mental/Environmental

Activities: Sitting – 70% Walking/Standing – 30% Travel – 30%

Vision: Long periods of close work on computer screen.

Interpret, analyze, research and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.

Climate controlled office space 70% with 30% in production areas.

At IEM, you’ll join a team that powers some of the world’s most ambitious projects. Your creativity and passion can help us achieve great things—come be part of the journey.

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