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Quality Associate Jobs in Quebec (NOW HIRING)

Coordinates quality planning, inspection method development and defect prevention/corrective action processes for new and existing products. Identifies and solves product and process problems and ...

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You hold an associate's degree in mechanical, industrial, or metallurgical engineering, or an ... quality control and are comfortable reading blueprints, working with geometric tolerances, and ...

The Quality Engineering role designs, implements, and maintains quality assurance methodologies, controls, and inspection protocols to ensure materials and manufacturing processes consistently meet ...

We are looking for an experienced Quality Engineer for our client. This is a permanent position that is remote to start with later relocation to Calgary or Winnipeg . Our client is a global ...

We are looking for an experienced Quality Engineer for our client. This is a permanent position that is remote to start with later relocation to Calgary or Winnipeg . Our client is a global ...

We are looking for an experienced Quality Engineer for our client. This is a permanent position that is remote to start with later relocation to Calgary or Winnipeg . Our client is a global ...

We are looking for an experienced Quality Engineer for our client. This is a permanent position that is remote to start with later relocation to Calgary or Winnipeg . Our client is a global ...

The Company is powered by approximately 13,000 dedicated and talented associates. Visit us at www.acuityinc.com. Job Summary As a Supplier Quality Specialist, you play a key role in ensuring the ...

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How much do quality associate jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for quality associate in Quebec is $20.75, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.11 and $24.04 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are Quality Associates?

Quality Associates are professionals responsible for ensuring that products or services meet established quality standards before reaching customers. They assist in monitoring production processes, performing inspections, and documenting quality issues or defects. Quality Associates also help implement quality control procedures and work closely with other departments to resolve any quality-related problems. Their role is essential in maintaining compliance with regulatory requirements and ensuring customer satisfaction.

What is the difference between Quality Associate vs Quality Technician?

AspectQuality AssociateQuality Technician
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; some roles may prefer certifications like ASQ CQPAHigh school diploma; certifications like CQTA are common but not always required
Work EnvironmentOffice settings, manufacturing floors, labsManufacturing plants, labs, production lines
Employer & Industry UsageManufacturing, healthcare, aerospace, automotiveManufacturing, electronics, pharmaceuticals
Common Search & ComparisonOften compared for entry-level quality rolesSimilar roles but more technical focus

While both roles focus on quality assurance, a Quality Associate typically handles documentation, audits, and process improvements, often in office or administrative settings. A Quality Technician usually performs hands-on inspections, testing, and data collection directly on the production floor. Both roles are essential in maintaining product quality but differ in their daily tasks and work environments.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Quality Associate, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Quality Associate, you need attention to detail, knowledge of quality control principles, and often a degree in science, engineering, or a related field. Familiarity with quality management systems (such as ISO 9001), statistical analysis tools, and documentation software is typically required. Strong analytical thinking, communication skills, and problem-solving abilities help you collaborate across teams and address process issues effectively. These skills and qualities ensure that products and processes consistently meet standards, minimizing errors and maintaining compliance.

What are some common challenges Quality Associates face when working on cross-functional teams?

Quality Associates often collaborate with departments like manufacturing, engineering, and regulatory affairs to ensure product quality standards are met. One common challenge is balancing differing priorities—while production teams may be focused on output and speed, Quality Associates must prioritize compliance and thorough documentation. Navigating these competing interests requires strong communication skills and a proactive approach to problem-solving. Building positive relationships across teams and fostering a culture of quality can help overcome these challenges and ensure successful outcomes.

What Does a Quality Associate Do?

A quality associate works as part of a team, typically in the manufacturing industry, to inspect and audit a factory to ensure that production follows the necessary protocols and delivers the expected results. In this role, your responsibilities involve all aspects of quality control. You test procedures and make adjustments as required to meet goals and deadlines. As part of your duties, you log your findings and implement a plan for the smooth operation of the line for the long-term. Some people in this career specialize in a particular facet of the manufacturing process.

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Infographic showing various Quality Associate job openings in Quebec as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 71% Full Time, 26% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $43,158 per year, or $20.7 per hour.

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Job description

Chez Zimmer Biomet, nous croyons qu'il faut repousser les limites de l'innovation et faire avancer notre mission. En tant que leader mondial de la technologie medicale depuis pres de 100 ans, la mobilite d'un patient est amelioree par un produit ou une technologie Zimmer Biomet toutes les 8 secondes.

En tant que membre de l'equipe Zimmer Biomet, vous partagerez notre engagement a offrir une mobilite et une vie renouvelee aux personnes du monde entier. Pour soutenir notre equipe talentueuse, nous nous concentrons sur les opportunites de developpement, des groupes de ressources pour les employes (ERG) solides, un environnement de travail flexible, des recompenses globales competitives specifiques a l'emplacement, des incitations au bien-etre et une culture de reconnaissance et de recompenses de performance. Nous nous engageons a creer un environnement dans lequel chaque membre de l'equipe se sent inspire, investi, pris en charge, valorise et possede un fort sentiment d'appartenance.


Ce qu'on vous propose

Fournit un encadrement technique et administratif aux equipes d'assurance qualite, de fabrication ainsi qu'aux fournisseurs de matieres premieres ou de dispositifs medicaux finis. Assure la conformite des produits aux exigences et normes etablies au moyen d'activites appropriees d'inspection et d'essai. Coordonne la planification de la qualite, le developpement des methodes d'inspection et les processus de prevention des defauts et d'actions correctives pour les produits nouveaux et existants. Identifie et resout les problemes lies aux produits et aux procedes, et soutient divers groupes operationnels. Contribue a la preparation et au suivi des budgets d'exploitation et d'immobilisations.

Ce poste est en presentiel 4 jours par semaine.

Comment vous aurez un impact
  • Determine et definit les exigences en matiere d'assurance qualite a partir de l'examen des dessins et/ou des specifications d'ingenierie, des normes industrielles, des specifications gouvernementales ou d'autres documents sources applicables.
  • Formule, redige et maintient les procedures, specifications et normes pour le controle de la qualite des produits Zimmer, y compris les methodes de controle non destructif, la conception et l'approvisionnement de jauges, les methodes d'echantillonnage et d'inspection ainsi que les criteres d'acceptation visuelle.
  • Coordonne le maintien du programme d'etalonnage de tous les outils et jauges d'inspection afin de se conformer aux bonnes pratiques de fabrication divisionnaires et corporatives.
  • Developpe et administre un systeme efficace de collecte et de production de rapports de donnees afin de repondre aux exigences reglementaires et aux besoins d'information de la direction.
  • Controle la poursuite du traitement, la livraison ou l'utilisation de produits non conformes jusqu'a ce que la defaillance ou la condition non satisfaisante soit corrigee.
  • Fournit les ressources necessaires, y compris l'affectation de personnel forme pour l'execution du travail et des activites d'evaluation afin de repondre aux exigences.
  • Met en uvre des strategies de prevention des defauts en utilisant les principes et pratiques du SPC/SQC (controle statistique des procedes / controle statistique de la qualite).
Ce qui vous fera remarquer
  • Experience en matiere de leadership et de motivation des membres de l'equipe grace a la retroaction et a des affectations visant le developpement des competences.
  • Etablit et maintient un haut niveau de credibilite.
  • Collabore efficacement a l'echelle de l'organisation et met a profit les ressources d'autres secteurs afin de favoriser l'engagement et d'atteindre les resultats.
  • Experience dans l'interpretation de dessins d'ingenierie et de specifications.
  • Orientation axee sur le travail d'equipe et le service a la clientele.
  • Demontre des aptitudes en matiere de selection, d'entrevue, de formation, de coaching, de motivation, de discipline et de supervision du personnel.
  • Doit posseder de fortes competences en redaction et etre familier(ere) avec le vocabulaire scientifique et courant.
  • Bonne connaissance des specifications gouvernementales, des normes et des reglements applicables, tels que la reglementation sur les systemes de qualite (Quality System Regulation) et les normes ISO.
  • Experience dans tous les aspects des methodes modernes de controle de la qualite, tels que le controle non destructif, la metrologie, le controle statistique des procedes (SPC), la comptabilite des couts lies a la qualite, les statistiques appliquees et l'inspection.
  • Experience dans les interactions avec des representants de la Food and Drug Administration (FDA) ou d'autres organismes de reglementation.
Votre parcours
  • Exigences minimales:
    • Baccalaureat et 4 annees d'experience pertinente, ou une experience equivalente.
  • Experience souhaitee:
    • Baccalaureat en genie ou dans une discipline connexe et 6 a 8 annees d'experience en qualite, ou diplome d'etudes superieures (p. ex., maitrise) dans une discipline connexe et 4 a 6 annees d'experience.
    • Certification en qualite (p. ex., CQA, CQE, CQM, etc.).
    • Certification en ingenierie de la qualite (ASQ), un atout.
    • Maitrise du francais.
Deplacements

Jusqu'a 10%

What You Can Expect

Provides technical and administrative guidance to Quality Assurance, Manufacturing, and suppliers of raw materials or finished medical devices. Assures product conformance to established requirements and standards through appropriate inspection and test activities. Coordinates quality planning, inspection method development and defect prevention/corrective action processes for new and existing products. Identifies and solves product and process problems and supports various operational groups. Assists in the preparation and monitoring of the operating and capital budgets.

This position is onsite 4 days per week.

How You'll Create Impact
  • Determine and define quality assurance requirements from review of engineering drawings and/or specifications, industry standards, government specifications or other applicable source documents.
  • Formulate, write and maintain procedures, specifications and standards for the quality control of Zimmer products including non-destructive testing methods, gauge design and procurement, sampling and inspection methods and visual acceptance standards.
  • Coordinate the maintenance of the calibration program for all inspection tools and gauges to comply with division and corporate Good Manufacturing Practices.
  • Develop and administer effective data collection and reporting system to meet regulatory requirements and management information needs.
  • Control further processing, delivery or use of nonconforming products until deficiency or unsatisfactory condition has been corrected.
  • Provides resources, including the assignment of trained personnel for performance of work and assessment activities to meet requirements.
  • Implement defect prevention strategies utilizing SPC/SQC principles and practices.
What Makes You Stand Out
  • Experience leading and motivating team members through feedback and stretch assignments.
  • Establishes and maintains high levels of credibility.
  • Collaborates effectively across the organization, leverages resources from other parts of the organization to build commitment and achieve results.
  • Experience interpreting engineering drawings and specifications.
  • Teamwork and customer focus oriented.
  • Demonstrates ability in selecting, interviewing, training, coaching, motivating, disciplining, and directing people.
  • Must possess good writing skills and be familiar with both the scientific and vernacular vocabularies.
  • Good knowledge of applicable government specifications, standards and regulations such as Quality System Regulation and ISO standards.
  • Experienced in all aspects of modern quality control methods such as nondestructive testing, metrology, statistical process control, quality cost accounting, applied statistics and inspection.
  • Experience in dealing with representatives from Food and Drug Administration or other regulatory agencies.
Your Background
  • Minumim Requirements: Bachelor's Degree and 4 years of relevant experience or equivalent experience
  • Preffered Experience:
    • Bachelor's Degree in engineering or a related discipline with 6-8 years of work experience in quality functions, or an advanced degree (ex. Masters) in a related discipline with 4-6 years experience.
    • Quality discipline certification (e.g., CQA, CQE, CQM, etc.).
    • Quality Engineering Certification (ASQ) a plus.
    • French fluency.
Travel Expectations

Up to 10%


Zimmer Biomet encourage les femmes, les personnes issues de minorites visibles, autochtones ou en situation de handicap a soumettre leur candidature.

Zimmer Biomet encourages women, people from visible minorities, aboriginals or people with disabilities to apply.

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