Quality Technician (18-month Contract)

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<p class="MsoNormal"><strong><span style="mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%;">About Voyis:</span></strong></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm;"><span style="mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Voyis designs and manufactures high-performance underwater optical sensors (lasers, cameras, lights)</span><span style="mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;"> </span><span style="mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%;">for underwater vehicles that expand capability and enhance understanding in underwater surveys and exploration. Our products have enabled our customers to survey more than 10,000km of ocean floor across all 7 continents, helping people better understand those remote, challenging environments. Our mission is to push the limits of what&rsquo;s possible subsea and enable every underwater vehicle to see the depths like we see the surface. </span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm;"><span style="mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%;">&nbsp;</span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm;"><span style="mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%;">All our products are proudly designed and built in Waterloo. Voyis operates independently and is part of Kraken Robotics.<br style="mso-special-character: line-break;"><!-- \[if !supportLineBreakNewLine\]--><br style="mso-special-character: line-break;"><!--\[endif\]--></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><strong>What you&rsquo;ll do:</strong>&nbsp;<br style="mso-special-character: line-break;"><!-- \[if !supportLineBreakNewLine\]--><!--\[endif\]--></p> <p class="MsoNormal">As a Quality Technician at Voyis, you will play a critical role in ensuring that our materials and products meet our high standards of quality and reliability. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background and experience in quality control in a manufacturing environment.&nbsp;</p> <p class="MsoNormal">You will be responsible for inspecting and testing raw materials, components, and assemblies to ensure that they meet our quality standards and specifications. You will work closely with our procurement and production team to identify potential quality issues with suppliers and develop solutions to prevent quality issues from occurring in the future.&nbsp;</p> <p class="MsoNormal">We are looking for someone who is keen to learn and grow with the role as we expand operations. We are a small team with lots of opportunities to solve interesting problems. Everyone is expected to take ownership and go beyond the minimum requirements to achieve our goals, together.<span style="font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;"><br></span><span style="mso-bidi-font-family: 'IBM Plex Sans';"><br style="mso-special-character: line-break;"><!-- \[if !supportLineBreakNewLine\]--><!--\[endif\]--></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><strong>Specific responsibilities include:&nbsp;<br style="mso-special-character: line-break;"><!-- \[if !supportLineBreakNewLine\]--><!--\[endif\]--></strong></p> <ul> <li>Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics.&nbsp;</li> <li>Inspect custom CNC machined parts, PCBAs, electrical harnesses, optical elements, and cables to ensure that they meet specifications.&nbsp;</li> <li>Perform visual inspections, measurements, and tests using precision tools and equipment.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li> <li>Identify and report any defects or non-conformities in products or components.&nbsp;</li> <li>Communicate with production teams to resolve quality issues and provide feedback for continuous improvement.&nbsp;</li> <li>Maintain accurate records of inspection results and quality documentation.&nbsp;</li> <li>Participate in Continuous Improvement and 5S activities&nbsp;<br style="mso-special-character: line-break;"><!-- \[if !supportLineBreakNewLine\]--><!--\[endif\]--></li> </ul> <p class="MsoNormal"><strong>Skills you will bring to the table:</strong>&nbsp;</p> <ul> <li>High school diploma or equivalent required; associate or bachelor's degree in a related field preferred.&nbsp;</li> <li>2+ years of experience in quality control or a related field.&nbsp;</li> <li>Knowledge of manufacturing processes and quality control standards.&nbsp;</li> <li>Familiarity with precision measurement tools and equipment such as calipers, micrometer, microscope and digital multimeter.&nbsp;</li> <li>Excellent attention to detail and ability to identify defects and non-conformities.&nbsp;</li> <li>Strong communication and interpersonal skills.&nbsp;</li> <li>Ability to work independently and in a team environment.&nbsp;</li> <li>Experience with machined components and PCBA testing preferred.&nbsp;<br><br></li> </ul> <p class="MsoNormal"><strong>You'll Stand Out If You Have:<br style="mso-special-character: line-break;"><!-- \[if !supportLineBreakNewLine\]--><!--\[endif\]--></strong></p> <ul> <li><!-- \[if !supportLists\]-->Experience working with quality control standards and regulations, such as ISO 9001&nbsp;&nbsp;</li> <li>Knowledge of IPC-620/610, Experience with PCBA testing, handling ESD-sensitive materials&nbsp;</li> <li>Certifications related to quality control, such as Certified Quality Technician (CQT) or Certified Quality Inspector (CQI).&nbsp;</li> <li>Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies.&nbsp;</li> </ul> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 12.0pt 0cm 12.0pt 0cm;"><strong><span style="mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-fareast-font-family: 'IBM Plex Sans'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'IBM Plex Sans';">Not every great candidate checks every box.</span></strong><span style="mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-fareast-font-family: 'IBM Plex Sans'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'IBM Plex Sans';"> If this role excites you, we encourage you to apply. We value curiosity, problem-solving, and a growth mindset just as much as experience.</span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 7.5p…