JOB TITLE: Quality Assurance Technician Co-op LOCATION: Paris, Brant, ON, Canada POSTED DATE: 2026-09-09
JOB DESCRIPTION: The successful Quality Assurance Co-op Student will learn about quality issues, assist in manufacturing changes, and will be taught the importance of how design affects and is affected by the manufacturing sector. The student will develop an understanding to how the Tigercat machines work and how to make decisions in order to get the machines out the door. This is a great way to diversify your co-op portfolio, and gain valuable experience related to how to test the quality of the products, and how it directly affects other departments and working with various teams including engineering, production and purchasing teams to resolve quality issues. Opportunity exists in Paris, ON Check out our machines in action on Tigercat TV! Learn more about Tigercat at: Responsibilities may include: - Assist in processing changes, trouble shoot quality issues, contribute in developing solutions - Application of GD&T systems - Detail drawing and bill of material creation and maintenance - Coordination of related processing changes with the manufacturing team Field testing of vehicle systems - Work with vendors - Utilize systems, such as CMS, AX, Solidworks, and Tigercat's internal storage system Skills and Experience: - Pursuing a Mechanical Engineering Design Technologist diploma or Bachelor's degree program, eligible for CET or P.Eng. - Experience or a strong desire to be involved in machine design and component detailing - Familiarity with 3D modeling (SolidWorks) - Strong verbal and written communication skills - Ability to communicate in a language used in the areas of the world where Tigercat machines operate is a strong asset - Self-motivated with a proactive approach to taking on challenging technical tasks - Ability to quickly comprehend new concepts, processes and systems What We Can Offer You - Company paid Employee and Family Assistance Program (EAP) - 6% vacation pay entitlement is applied to each pay cheque - 30% discount at the Tigercat Outfitter's Store Application Important Information & Requirements - Wages will vary ($26 - $29 per hour), and commensurate with the number of years of your program that you have completed - Please specify which location(s) you are willing to work in - Brantford, Paris, Cambridge, Kitchener - Accepting 3rd and 4th year students - Please note there are no remote or hybrid co-op positions available - Mandatory cover letter, resume, and current transcript required - The Paris location is NOT accessible by public transportation. You must provide your own transportation to and from the work site each day. All application requirements must be met in order to be considered. Only those selected for interview will be contacted. We thank you for your application! Tigercat strives to create a respectful, accessible, and inclusive work environment. Upon individual request, hiring processes will be modified to remove barriers to accommodate those with disabilities. Should any applicant require accommodation through the application, interview, or selection processes, please contact Human Resources for assistance. Click here to read more about Tigercat's Accessibility Plan.
About Tigercat Industries
Tigercat Industries manufactures timber harvesting systems and material processing equipment. The company produces industrial machinery designed for heavy-duty applications. It operates as a privately held firm based in Brantford, Ontario. The organization employs approximately 710 people.
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