Role Overview
Colt Canada is hiring a mid-level Quality Inspector. This is a full-time role in Kitchener. Part of Colt Canada's Qa hiring, posted yesterday. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.
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Job Description
JOB DESCRIPTION
POSITION TITLE: Quality Control Inspector
DEPARTMENT: Quality Control (200)
REPORTS TO: Quality Supervisor
DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Perform receiving, in-process and completed inspections of products such as machined parts, mechanical assemblies, processed parts, and purchased standard hardware
- Ability to use and read micrometers and verniers (inside, outside, depth) non-dial type, dial bore gauges, radius gauges, thread gauges, snap and plug gauges, gauge blocks, ultrasonic thickness checker, hardness tester, profilometer, shadowgraph, protractors, telescopic gauges, height gauges, sine bar, and optical comparator.
- Ability to read and understand product specifications and work instructions
- Document inspection results by completing reports and logs; summarizing re-work and waste; inputting data into the ERP system.
- Selection of appropriate inspection equipment, and gauges to perform Inspections.
- Maintain all controlled document files and test records in a timely and accurate manner.
- Work with members of the purchasing to ensure the quality of raw materials and components meet COLT’s quality standards.
- Tag and isolate defective material
- Provide description or justification for defective material.
- Assists in resolution teams at all levels with corrective and preventative action.
- Working knowledge of trigonometry, geometry, and algebra.
- Monitor inventory by completing daily quality inspections, report inferior quality to appropriate team for recommended action.
- Other duties as may be assigned from time to time.
ACCOUNTABILITIES:
- Identify and segregate non-conforming product
- Effectively meet operation schedule
- Obtain Enhanced Security Clearance from the Government of Canada
- Maintenance of secure and confidential company information
- Adherence to Colt Canada Corporation’s policies and procedures
QUALIFICATIONS
- Completion of Grade 12 or equivalent, Completion of a Quality related post-secondary program considered an asset
- 1-2 years of inspection experience in a manufacturing environment
- Training and work experience in various quality systems, blueprint reading, GD&T, metrology
- Attention to detail
- Flexible and able to work in a team environment
OTHER PERKS AND REWARDS
- Group Health benefits, Health Care Spending Account, Prescriptions, Dental, Paramedical
- Matched Pension Plan and Deferred Profit-Sharing Plan (both after qualifying period)
- Social Club Programming & Lunches!
- Annual Performance & Wage Reviews
Please note: This job posting is for an existing vacancy
HOW TO APPLY
Please apply with your resume through Indeed. Please note that only successful candidates suitable for this position will be contacted for an in-person interview. Please do not contact/visit us directly.
CONTACTS AND RELATIONSHIPS:
- Internal – All Colt Canada departments and employees
- External – Auditors, Suppliers
WORKING ENVIRONMENT, HEALTH & SAFETY ISSUES, CONDITIONS, PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
- Office environment – keyboarding, sitting, problem solving and analysis
- Manufacturing Environment (PPE Required) – able to lift up to 40lbs, standing for long periods of time
INTERNAL TRAINING NEEDS:
- Job Specific Training Criteria (Ref. HR F-013)
ACCESSIBILITY ON THE JOB
Colt Canada provides accommodation in the recruitment process for applicants with disabilities in accordance with the requirements of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. If you require accommodation, please contact Human Resources.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Candidates considered for hire will be required to undergo a background check (including a criminal background check which confirms that they have never been convicted of a criminal offence for which they have not been pardoned).
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $22.00-$24.00 per hour
Benefits
- Company events
- Company pension
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Profit sharing
- Tuition reimbursement
Application question(s):
- Are you able to work 6:30am - 2:30pm Mon - Fri?
- Are you able to work 3:30pm - 11:30pm Mon - Fri?
Work Location: In person
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply for the Quality Inspector position at Colt Canada?
Use the Apply button above to submit your application directly to Colt Canada. Most applications take less than 5 minutes if your resume and contact details are ready, and you'll be routed to the employer's official application system to finish.
Where is the Quality Inspector position at Colt Canada located?
This position is based in Kitchener. Colt Canada has not indicated remote or hybrid options for this role, so candidates should plan for on-site work.
What does a Quality Inspector at Colt Canada earn?
Colt Canada has not disclosed a salary range in this posting. Many employers share specifics later in the interview process; you can also ask during a recruiter screen if compensation transparency is important to you.
When was the Quality Inspector role at Colt Canada posted?
This role was posted on June 19, 2026 (yesterday). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.
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