Quality Technician

Prysmian is the world leader in solutions for energy and digital connections, developing resilient, high-performing, sustainable, and innovative cable systems for the transmission, power grid, electricity and digital solutions. From underground and submarine cables and systems for power transmission and distribution, to medium low voltage cables for the construction and infrastructure sectors, we keep the lights on. We also produce a comprehensive range of optical fibers, copper cables and connectivity for voice, video, and data transmission connecting the world.

With 9,000 dedicated team members in North America and 35,000 globally, Prysmian brings unmatched scale, innovation, and expertise to the energy and telecommunications industries.

At Prysmian, your work matters. Wherever you’re based and whatever you do, you’ll have the opportunity to make an impact as part of a global team committed to excellence and transforming the world around us.

Work Location: Prescott, Ontario

Work Schedule: 12 rotating continental shifts days and nights

Benefits: 

• Health and Dental benefits available far sooner than industry average.
• Annual Work Boot allowance
• Annual Fitness Credit
• We provide uniforms and take care of the laundering
• Up to 8% pension match
• A Safety-First working environment.

Team Overview and Job responsibilities:

Basic Function

The Quality Technician is responsible for completing the final electrical test in MV and LV cable according to standards and internal procedures and practices, also, to ensure product and process compliance through auditing processes at the point of production, laboratory testing, data analysis, and support for root cause investigations. This role is key in maintaining quality standards and driving continuous improvement on the manufacturing floor.

Main Functional Responsibilities:

Support the supervisors, leads, and operators to process, disposition, root cause analysis (5 Why, fishbone) and actioning NCP investigations and SAP processing.

To perform electrical tests according to internal procedures and test standards.

The following is a list of main functions and activities for the position, the list is not exhaustive, and other tasks relating to QA and QC will need to be performed on daily bases:

• Support production by providing a QA presence on production lines to ensure standard work is done consistently.
• Support the operators and ensure proper change over and set up on all manufacturing lines
• Provide support to the QA lab.
• Communicate and assist operators and leads as to quality requirements, and NCP investigations.
• Conduct and document production audits.
• Be present as support, and report on T1 meetings.
• Assist with COPQ tasks, training, and reporting.
• Support and manage the CTR and calibrations systems.
• Support Training of new hires on critical to Quality in-process checks, Quality related procedures and gaging
• Interact with operators and helpers to ensure standard work is done consistently.
• Provide technical support for lab operations.
• Select and test products at various production stages.
• Perform destructive and non-destructive testing.
• Collaborate with management, logistics, maintenance, and engineering on standards.
• Follow safety and procedural guidelines strictly.
• Record and evaluate test data, ensuring no deviations.
• Input data into analysis systems.
• Execute routine tasks accurately and timely.
• Serve as a quality contact for operators and helpers.
• Conduct and document production audits.
• Maintain a quality presence in production areas.
• Perform other reasonable tasks as assigned.

Who are we looking for?

Key Requirements

• Results-driven with manufacturing experience.
• Adaptable to fast-paced environments.
• Detail-oriented with big-picture awareness.
• Skilled in multitasking.
• Strong communicator.
• Critical thinker.
• Proficient in written and verbal communication.
• Strong planning, and computer skills are preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand for extended periods of time (up to 8–10 hours per shift).
• Ability to walk long distances within the plant and between workstations.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 40 pounds occasionally.
• Manual dexterity and ability to handle small tools and lab equipment.
• Ability to bend, stop, reach, and perform repetitive motions as needed.
• Tolerance to working in varying environmental conditions (e.g., heat, noise).
• Computer knowledge to use our systems, (SAP, Excel, Smartsheet, email, etc.) is preferred.

Desired Background

• 2–4 years in manufacturing is desired.
• Minimum of Highschool, further education related to QA or manufacturing is preferred.
• Experience in wire and cable or related industry is preferred.
• Experience data entering in ERP systems.
• Basic knowledge of auditing and verification of manufacturing process is preferred.
• Comfortable discussing with operators, management, leads, and supervisors about their performance and actions.

Prysmian , as an Equal Opportunity Employer, aims to attract and recruit individuals with diverse backgrounds, skills, and abilities. We strongly believe that diversity brings significant value at all levels of the organization, increasing the possibility of capturing market opportunities and maximizing value for our customers and stakeholders. With Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I) as part of our Social Ambition 2030 and a strategic pillar of our Company culture, Prysmian is committed to the development of an organization that prioritizes talent, where people feel respected, included, and free to fully express their potential just as they are.

All Managers and HRs in Prysmian are responsible for ensuring DE&I policies are respected during the recruiting process, as well as recognizing and mitigating unconscious biases that must not influence our selection processes. All persons will be considered for employment without regard to their race, ethnicity, religion, nationality, origin, citizenship status, socio-economic status, age, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, military service or veteran status, pregnancy, parental leave, medical conditions, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Prysmian will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation for any disclosed physical or neurological condition or disability of a qualified applicant unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business.

Visit our DE&I Page to learn more about Prysmian's commitments.

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