Quality Assurance Inspector
Who We Are
At K-Hart Industries Ltd. we are passionate about designing and manufacturing agricultural equipment that makes a difference for conservation-minded farmers worldwide. We place farmers at the heart of everything we do, to support them with innovative, sustainable and robust solutions that they can trust. With a strong focus on creating forwarding-thinking solutions that benefit both farmers and the environment, our team thrives on creativity, collaboration, and the drive to make a positive and meaningful impact.
Who You Are
As a Quality Assurance Inspector, you will know how to interpret drawing intent such as weld symbology and Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T) constraints. You will perform dimensional inspections of weldments and assemblies, as well as weld bead analysis. In general, you will spend ~75% of the time on the shop floor and ~25% completing digital Statistical Process Control (SPC) documentation. You are a high value team member who is capable, trainable as well as self aware and easy to work with.
Key Responsibilities:
Internal Quality Assurance + SQA Inspector:
· Conduct thorough inspections of products and tools to ensure they meet quality standards and specifications (fixture setup & PPAP)
· Perform Supplier Quality Audits on incoming machined and formed sheet metal
· Identify and document defects, deviations, and non-conformities within an SPC framework
· Work closely with the ME group to address quality issues and implement corrective actions through our ERP and NCR process
· Collaborate with the ME group to ensure fixture updates are logged and SOPs are being followed
Process Improvement:
· Assist the ME group to setup weld fixtures, Assy jigs and gages as well as monitor manufacturing processes to identify opportunities for improvement
· Perform PPAP and time studies
· Adhere to our Lean OpEx principles and best practices to enhance efficiency and reduce waste
Documentation and Reporting:
· Maintain accurate Excel records of inspection results, and quality reports
· Prepare and present reports to ME and PE groups as required
· Ensure compliance with AWS/CWB, ASME and CSA standards and regulations
What Sets You Apart?
You are an individual that has:
- CWB weld inspection Level 1 + Mechanical Engineering Diploma or combination of demonstrated ability and experience
- Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
- Proficiency with CWB/AWS welding symbols and logic
- Working knowledge of measurement instruments and Quality Assurance techniques
- Familiarity with Lean OpEx
- Familiarity with GD&T principles
- Farming background considered an asset
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as the situation warrants
Why K-Hart is Your Next Career Move
At K-Hart, you’ll join a passionate team in an industry that makes a tangible difference. Here is what we offer:
· Impactful work: Be part of a smaller company that is focused on sustainability and innovation and where you can see and feel your contribution make a difference.
· Career Growth: opportunities to learn, develop, and expand your skill set in agriculture
· Work with leadership and teammates who value your input and ideas.
· Be a part of a team who is committed to fostering an environment of optimism, community, and respect, ensuring a great experience for our employees and our customers.
· Group Health and Insurance Benefits, including medical, dental and vision coverage
· Employee Assistance Program
· Paid sick and personal/family leave
Pay: $55,000.00-$70,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
