Supplier Quality Engineering Co-op

What are we looking for?  

The Supplier Quality Intern will be a member of the Welland Quality Team and working closely to support our Quality and Supply Chain departments. This includes performing a variety of assignments to ensure the quality and availability of parts and/or products for our manufacturing plant, as well as our service customers.

Co-op Term: January 2027 - April 2027

Essential Responsibilities 

• Updating delivery data in internal ERP system regarding supplier information and internal products
• Supporting external supplier communications and updates
• Assisting in the resolution of parts qualification from approved supply base
• Reviewing daily fulfillment of parts from supply base through expediting components, based on priority for assembly, machining and service teams
• Assisting with internal customers to receive, analyze and provide commitments regarding external parts quality.
• Developing ideas on streamlining communications (process improvements) within quality organization.
• Analyzing stored data, creating reports and spreadsheets
• Working as an Internal customer liaison for general inquiries on supply chain procedures for assembly, machining, warehouse departments
• Work with team leaders and management to drive quality initiatives
• Simple measurement and review of first piece samples from suppliers.
• Support Supplier Quality Engineers with daily tasks.

Qualifications/Requirements 

• In process of completing degree in a related discipline, such as Manufacturing/Mechanical Engineering
• Experience working within a manufacturing setting

Desired Characteristics 

• Possesses strong analytical and organizational skills
• Desire to learn about the technical process of supplier and production quality
• Professional demeanor/customer service oriented
• Ability to multi-task, and deliver key objectives within established timelines
• Ability to work independently and within cross-functional teams
• Proficient in Microsoft software, such as Excel, Word and PowerPoint
• Experience with Oracle and/or other ERP systems preferred

Accommodations 

INNIO is an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes and work environments. We will make reasonable accommodations for the needs of applicants under the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process. Please advise the Human Resources Department at recruiting@innio.com to ensure your accessibility needs are accommodated throughout this process. 

As part of our commitment to innovation and efficiency, INNIO utilizes AI technology to assist in the initial screening of applicants. This helps us more effectively identify qualifications and match candidates to role requirements. Please note that all hiring decisions are made with human oversight to ensure fairness, context, and alignment with our core values.