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IWG is a company where people are passionate about what they do, and where individuals truly make a difference. We are committed to creating a workplace where the values we share result in superior products and service for our customers.

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About Us

For 30 years, International Water-Guard (IWG) has been helping business and commercial aircraft manufacturers improve the quality of on-board water systems, protecting both passengers and crew from the risk of waterborne illnesses.

Operating from our headquarters near Vancouver, British Columbia, our team of aviation water professionals develops innovative solutions to the issues surrounding on-board water supply. We are the world’s leading provider of flight-certified potable water treatment units, on-demand water heaters, aircraft water pumps, a compact water module, and innovative potable water components.

Today, hundreds of corporate, VIP, and military transport operators have chosen an IWG solution to their on-board water needs. More than 4000 of IWG’s units have been factory-installed or retrofitted to aircraft worldwide.

Supplier Quality Lead

Job Summary

Reporting to the Head of Quality, the Supplier Quality Lead, is responsible for providing quality-focused support to the Purchasing Department and IWG suppliers to ensure company, customer, and regulatory requirements are met through effective supplier monitoring and engagement. The Supplier Quality Lead ensures all receiving inspections are performed as planned, and nonconforming product is handled appropriately. The Supplier Quality Lead participates in the selection, auditing and review of new and existing suppliers while tracking supplier performance and facilitating actions to address supplier quality concerns. This is a team-oriented position that requires working closely with Purchasing, Programs, Production and Engineering to ensure IWG’s organizational objectives are met.

Roles and Responsibilities

  • Supporting the Head of Purchasing in the establishment and maintenance of supplier relationships;
  • Monitoring Supplier Quality Performance and preparation of Supplier Score Cards;
  • Issuance and monitoring of Supplier Corrective Action Requests (SCARs) and Nonconforming Product Reports (NCRs);
  • Working with suppliers to ensure the supplier develops, implements, and validates effective corrective actions to prevent re-occurrences;
  • Provide training to suppliers on updated and new requirements;
  • Supporting the Head of Quality on Management Review and KPI activities;
  • Supporting the Head of Purchasing in the evaluation and re-evaluation of suppliers;
  • Interacting with department managers to resolve issues and implement improvements;
  • Performing supplier audits;
  • Represent Quality in MRB and ECR meetings for supplied parts;
  • Facilitating and maintaining Equipment Maintenance and Calibration Activities;
  • Oversees and perform receiving inspection;
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Minimum Requirements

  • Knowledge of Supply Chain concepts and processes;
  • 3 to 5 years of experience performing audits, preferably supplier audits;
  • Experience with Design and Development activities;
  • Excellent written and verbal communications.
  • Excellent report writing skills;
  • Computer literacy with MS Office;
  • Knowledge of Risk Management;
  • Knowledge of problem-solving tools such as 5 Whys, Fishbone Diagrams, 8D etc.;
  • Willingness to travel as needed for suppliers & quality dept. needs
  • At minimum be able to life objects weighing between 25 – 50 lbs.

Additional Qualifications that would be an Asset

  • Engineering background preferred
  • Knowledge of Transport Canada requirements to CAR 561 and CAR 573;
  • Knowledge of AS9100D;
  • Recognized Auditor training to AS9100D or ISO 9001;
  • Knowledge of Project Management principles;
  • Knowledge of DO-160;
  • Knowledge of FOD prevention and Human Factors;
  • Knowledge of FMEA;
  • ASQ Certified Supplier Quality Professional (CSQP);
  • Knowledge of Configuration Management;
  • Knowledge of Calibration and Metrology;
  • Knowledge of AS9102 (First Article Inspection) or equivalent such as PPAP;

Abilities Required

  • No specific physical attributes are required for this job

Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

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