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Orica

Quality Assistant (Hanwell NB)

On site

Hanwell, Canada

Junior

Full Time

27-10-2025

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Skills

Communication Time Management Monitoring Sales AWS

Job Specifications

About Orica
At Orica, it's the power of our people that leads change and shapes our futures. Every day, all around the world, our people help mobilize vital resources essential to progress. Established in 1874, we have grown to become the world leader in mining and civil blasting with a diverse of team of more than 13,000 across the world.
From the production and supply of explosives, blasting systems, mining chemicals, and geotechnical monitoring to our cutting-edge digital solutions and comprehensive range of services, we sustainably mobilize the earth's resources.
It's an exciting time to join us - we are shaping the future of mining through digital and automated technologies, embracing new ways of thinking, pioneering innovation and reimagining the way we work.
Orica does not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this role. Do not apply for this role if you will need Orica Immigration Sponsorship (eg, H1-B, TN, STEM OPT, etc.) now or in the future. About The Role - Quality Control Inspector (Hanwell NB)
We are excited to announce an opportunity for a Quality Control Inspector within our Orica Digital Solutions division.
The Quality Control Inspector is responsible for performing inspections throughout different stages in product development and production. This role requires the physical inspection of materials and products, and a strict adherence to company procedures and standards. Quality Control Inspectors interact with all relevant departments to ensure continual compliance with all requirements. What you will be doing

Perform Incoming inspections of vendor materials to ensure quality standards and contractual obligations are met
Perform First Article inspections for all new out-sourced products and materials
Perform In-Process inspections of sub-assemblies and processes by conducting visual inspections, electrical and/or mechanical tests and communicating results as applies
Participate in select Final Product verifications and/or product simulations per requirements.
Participate in the handling of Customer (or External Providers) property
Participate in key areas such as supplier monitoring and measurement, calibration programs, quarantine, control on nonconforming material, etc.
Participate in product development process and contribute to the continual improvement process.
Contribute to reports and help maintain verification records.
Communicate across company departments specifically working with production and shipping to ensure product quality standards are satisfied and sales timelines are met.
Participate in the receipt, inspection and handling of any returned company product
Engage in procedure development and improvement of existing procedures when needed
Assist as needed with internal/external audit for ISO 9001-2015
Co-operate with government agencies during inspections in order to meet and maintain high production standards
Work with the management and production staff to ensure that only quality products are produced
Ensure that no expired raw material is used for production
Adhere to all quality, safety, regulatory and statutory standards of the company.
Perform additional duties as required
What you will bring

Experience working collaboratively as a member of a multi-discipline team
Excellent interpersonal and written and verbal communication skills
Excellent time management skills and ability to multi-task in order to meet changing demands
Proficient data entry and computer skills required
Highly organized and able to follow detailed procedures
Keen eye for detail and patience to perform repetitive tasks
Experience operating a hoist crane is an asset
Physical requirements include: standing, bending, kneeling, and lifting up to 20kg
Additional Skills
Additional Skills (we will train you)
Working knowledge of inspection and measuring equipment (calipers, micrometers, pin gauges, multimeters, etc.)
Working knowledge or familiarity with ISO 9001:2015
Working knowledge or familiarity with associated standards (IPC, UL, CSA, AWS, EN, etc)
Working knowledge or familiarity with ISPM-15, D-13-01 (Heat Treat Lumber requirements)
Good analytical and mathematical skills
Working knowledge of one of the following ASQ designations: CQIA, CSSYB, CQPA, CQI, CSQP, etc.
Your qualifications

Secondary (high school) Diploma with basic understanding in Manufacturing, Mechanical or Electronic preferred
2-3 years experience working in quality control with specific focus on machined parts, printed circuit boards and/or printed circuit assemblies
How you shape and influence others
* Demonstrates courage, resilience and flexibility
* Strong reputation for integrity, ethics, personal values and solid character
* Solid interpersonal and communication skills
* Self-aware and open to feedback
* Ability to work with minimal supervision
* Productive without compromising quality
* Highly reliable and motivated to excel What we offer
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About the Company

Our story began in 1874, when we first supplied explosives to the Victorian goldfields in Australia. Since then, we have grown to become one of the world’s leading mining and infrastructure solutions providers. From the production and supply of explosives, blasting systems, mining chemicals and geotechnical monitoring to our cutting-edge digital solutions and comprehensive range of services, we sustainably mobilise the earth’s resources. With 150 years of expertise, our 14,000+ community of engineers, scientists, technologis... Know more