Vention helps some of the most innovative manufacturing companies automate their production floor in just a few days. Vention's online-first manufacturing automation platform (MAP) enables its clients to design, automate, order, and deploy manufacturing equipment directly from their web browser.

Vention is headquartered in Montreal, Canada, with offices in Berlin and Boston, and is used in over 3,000 factories on 5 continents. As one of Canada’s Most Admired Cultures and Great Place to Work, we are a performance driven culture that cares deeply about happiness. We like ambitious goals, facts & data, and constructive debates. But at the same time, we know that we can’t repeatedly push ourselves if we are not surrounded by an uplifting and caring work environment. Those two sides of our culture, feed each other and are safeguarded with the same level of attention. Our values & principles include: 

• We make our clients successful - we do what’s right for our customers, even when it makes our roles more challenging.
• We execute and deliver - we set ambitious goals for ourselves and are energized about meeting them.
• We debate, then commit - we challenge our own perspectives and ideas in pursuit of the best solutions.
• We innovate to inspire - we value innovation in products, user experiences, and business practices.
• We collaborate to achieve more - we work as one team to achieve more than we would on our own.
• We empower our people to reach their full potential - we hold ourselves to high standards but know when to celebrate progress & achievements

Reporting to the Quality Director, you will be responsible for conducting quality control and assurance tasks, generating documentation, processes, and standards, and coordinating problem-solving initiatives with different stakeholders internally and with our global supplier base.

Your mission will be to ensure customer satisfaction by keeping high-quality standards for automation products. More specifically you will:

• Develop & optimize IQC processes for automation components
• Develop & optimize OQC processes for automation components
• Assist CM with automation process by providing feedback
• Assist the customer success team with client related issues
• Support Engineering team on the RMA Investigation
• Assist the production manager in coaching the automation production line with manufacturing and electrical issues
• Control final quality approval for automation products
• Ensure compliance according to manufacturing standards.
• Perform RCA on electrical and automation assemblies.
• Contribute to the improvement of the current automation product line by improving cost, performance, reliability, and manufacturability.
• Collaborate with the Operation Team to ensure fulfillment success.
• Create and maintain assembly work instructions.

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a manufacturing industry 
• Strong analytical mindset, with expertise with statistical tools such as control card
• Experience in quality management systems (ISO, …) and continuous improvement methodologies (lean, six sigma, …)
• Knowledge of quality control procedures and best practices in manufacturing environment
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and production documents
• Basic knowledge in electrical engineering
• Experience with IPC standards (an asset)
• Programming knowledge in Python, C++
• Experience in Linux environment

How We Take Care of You

• Flexible paid time off and remote work policies
• Complimentary beverages and snacks so that you are fueled and ready for your day
• Global comprehensive health plans so you feel your best
• Career growth opportunities. Your future matters.
• Fun-filled social events curated based on diverse interests for our team to celebrate together. From sponsored sports teams to trivia nights
• Time off to volunteer and give back to your community.

What to Expect in Your Interview

• Initial Call
• Meet the Team
• Challenge
• Decision & Offer

‍Commitment to Equal Employment Opportunity

Our culture is an uplifting environment for high achievers. The fast-paced, high-performance environment will give you the opportunity to build products, processes and strategies that will have a lasting impact.

When you join Vention, you join a team of professionals with a diverse variety of experiences, backgrounds, and perspectives. Together, we strive to nurture a supportive and inclusive work environment for all. We push each other to achieve extraordinary results and forge long term relationships as a result of the intensity and passion. 

We’re passionate about helping you do your best work. Claim your seat and find out what you can do!

If you're unsure if your experience perfectly matches our job posting, we encourage you to apply anyway! We are happy to chat and get to know you better while you can understand the role as well.