Position Summary:
We have an opening within our Lighting Department. Regular business hours weekdays, 8:00am until 5:00pm.
The Quality Control (QC) Technician supports the Lighting Department, collaborating on testing and preparing equipment for rental. This means ensuring equipment is safe, fully operational, and prepared to the highest standard for client use. QC Technicians act as a subject matter expert (SME), with a focus on specialty LED, camlocks, and high voltage equipment, reporting any electrical defects to the technical support team.
Main Responsibilities:
- Complete testing of lighting equipment and accessories following established MBS procedures and best practices.
- Ensure high volume items are prioritized for testing, as directed by Quality Control Supervisor.
- Visually check equipment to ensure no visible damage, no exposed wires, working bulbs, outlets in good condition, and all pieces are intact.
- Once tested and confirmed fully operational, coil cables, clean equipment, and place into appropriate storage location.
- Diagnose defects and enter equipment to be repaired where applicable.
- Consult with Quality Control Supervisor on any questions or issues, escalating to technical support team where applicable.
- Perform RTPro function as it relates to Quality Control maintenance, includes entering non-billable repair orders, inventory checks, and barcode history lookup.
- Work closely with Lighting Department to ensure maximum procedural efficiency and supporting regularly on any additional tasks assigned by the Department Head and/or QC Supervisor.
- Adherence to health and safety policies and regulations, including but not limited to WHMIS, safe operation of equipment where applicable, electrical safety, transportation of dangerous goods (TDG), and PPE.
Qualifications:
- Have film production education and/or experience is considered an asset, not required.
- Have hands on experience in the service industry and applicable warehouse environment
- Can demonstrate a strong attention to detail
- Self-starter, who can work well on own
- Good verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills
- Reliable, and available to do overtime, including weekends, to support client needs as needed.
- Able to meet the physical demands of the job; maneuver awkward rental gear and able to consistently lift more than 50 lbs.
- Some knowledge of computers, including inventory software, is preferred.
- Accountable and adaptable to a dynamic environment
- Demonstrate safe work practices and safe operation of equipment (Training provided)
- Demonstrates ability to troubleshoot with sound decision making to escalate matters for higher level approval
- Thrive in a fast-paced environment and enjoy being active while working
- Excellent attention to detail, accuracy, and timeliness of all processes.
How to apply:
We work hard and love what we do. If you’re eager to make an impact in the industry, we encourage you to apply.
Our Benefits:
- Comprehensive compensation package
- Generous retirement savings program
- Training including hands-on experience with one of the world’s largest equipment inventories for film and television production
- Paid time off
- Anniversary program
- Company lunches
- Health and Wellness Program
- Free parking with electric charging stations
Our Story:
The MBS Group is one of the largest studio-based production service and studio development companies in the world. Our key capabilities include studio management, studio design and development, lighting, grip, and expendables. We’ve achieved a strong presence in Canada, which includes a global network of support that gives our customers access to one of the world’s largest equipment inventories for film and television production.
We are proud of the strong relationships we’ve built nationally. Our knowledgeable staff are a big part of what we do. We offer a comprehensive benefit package, on-the-job training and access to seasoned employees with extensive industry knowledge and experience.
MBSE is a proud supporter of the Creative Industries Pact for Sustainable Action. In Canada, our clean energy solutions include non-diesel, power supply options, grid tie-ins and the use of renewable fuels. We work with productions on achieving sustainability today, so that we can continue doing what we love tomorrow.
Equal Opportunity & Accommodation:
MBSE is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability and protected veterans’ status or any other basis protected by law. Applicants requiring accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process are encouraged to advise accordingly.
The position is open to all qualified applicants who are legally entitled to work in the Country in which the job is located. This position will close when a competitive candidate pool has been identified. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. No recruiters or agencies, please.
Pay: $21.74 per hour
Work Location: In person
