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Hitachi Energy

Quality Assurance Technician | evening and night shifts

Quebec City, Canada

At Hitachi Energy, our purpose is to advance a sustainable energy future for all. We bring power to our homes, schools, hospitals, and factories. Join us and work with fantastic people, while learning and developing yourself on projects that have a real impact to our communities and society. Bring your passion, bring your energy, and be part of a global team that appreciates a simple truth: Diversity + Collaboration = Great Innovation

The Transformers business unit is a global technology leader and the world's largest supplier of transformers. We are pioneers in digital transformer technologies, working at the frontier of renewable energy and ultra-high-voltage AC and DC applications.

General Information

  • Permanent full-time position
  • Salary of $34.69/hr plus night premiums of 0.80$/hr or night premiums of 1,50$/hr.
  • Evening hours from 3.15pm to 11.30pm, Monday to Friday.
  • Night shift from 11:30 a.m. to 7:00 a.m., Sunday to Thursday (36.25 hours paid 40 hours).
  • The training period will take place during the day.

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Our Benefits

  • Full group insurance (medical, dental, life and disability) 100% employer-paid, and access to a telemedicine service
  • Pension plan with attractive employer contribution.
  • 24/7 employee and family assistance program.
  • Fitness and wellness program.
  • Employer-provided work clothes.
  • Dynamic social club.

Job Description:

Hitachi Energy is looking for a Quality Assurance Technician for its Quebec City plant. Reporting to the Production Supervisor, the incumbent will carry out the various electrical and mechanical tests required for transformer production.

Your responsibilities:

  • Carry out the various electrical and mechanical tests required for transformer production, including leak testing and product packaging.
  • Inspect finished products to ensure they meet customer and Hitachi Energy requirements.
  • Carry out the necessary tests and verifications relating to the receipt of goods and test the compatibility of raw materials, including all required oil tests.
  • Carry out verifications, internal audits and inspections to maintain Quality and Environmental management systems.
  • Maintain quality assurance control records.
  • Acquire data using the computerized management system.
  • Ensure compliance with established procedures, raise non-conformities (NCRs) relating to production problems, diagnose them and ensure follow-up.
  • Carry out and validate minor product repairs.
  • Take charge of and carry out special processes.
  • Support employees, as needed, in mastering technical aspects such as ISO.
  • Collaborate with Engineering, Quality and Production on prototype testing and follow-up.
  • Provide technical support to employees.
  • Perform preventive maintenance on test equipment, including maintenance and calibration of measurement, environmental and OHS equipment.
  • Validate plant test safety.

Required Qualifications

  • College diploma in electrical engineering, electrotechnology, electromechanics, industrial electronics technology or DEP in electricity (1800 hours) or equivalent
  • 1 year experience in a similar position or other relevant experience
  • Available to work evening or night shifts
  • Proficiency in MS Office Suite
  • Advanced French (comprehension, spoken and written);
  • Intermediate English (comprehension, spoken and written)

Our ideal candidate

  • Ability to communicate different information clearly both orally and in writing
  • Positive attitude and concern for health and safety at work
  • Attention to detail: able to combine a high level of quality and efficiency
  • Good judgment and initiative

More about us

Hitachi Energy is the global technology leader in building a sustainable energy future for all. We serve customers in the utilities, industry, and infrastructure sectors, with innovative solutions and services across the entire value chain. Together, with our customers and partners, we are advancing these technologies and enabling the digital transformation needed to accelerate the energy transition to a carbon-neutral future. We are advancing the global energy system to become more sustainable, agile, and secure, while addressing societal, environmental, and economic challenges. Hitachi Energy has a proven track record and an unrivalled installed base in over 140 countries. Headquartered in Switzerland, we employ around 38,000 people in 90 countries. In fiscal year 2020, we generated a business volume of around $10 billion, as reported by Hitachi. www.hitachienergy.com

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Client-provided location(s): Québec City, QC, Canada
Job ID: Hitachi_Energy-JID3-74976
Employment Type: Full Time

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Virtual Fitness Classes
    • On-Site Gym
  • Parental Benefits

    • Fertility Benefits
    • Family Support Resources
    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Snacks
    • Some Meals Provided
    • Company Outings
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Unlimited Paid Time Off
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Summer Fridays
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Learning and Development Stipend
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Work Visa Sponsorship
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Internship Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)

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