Quality Engineer Lead – Product Services
Masco · Ontario - Saint Thomas, CA
- Level
- Manager
- Team
- Quality
- Base pay
- $68k–$107k
- Degree
- Required
- Experience asked
- 5+ years
- Certification
- Black Belt preferred
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- 30+ days ago
The role in 30 seconds
A management quality role at Masco (industrial) in Ontario - Saint Thomas, CA.
- They ask for
- 5+ years · degree required · Black Belt preferred
- Tools it names
- Lean, Six Sigma, Black Belt, Green Belt, Root cause, PPAP
- Base pay
- $68k–$107k
Read from the posting. The full description is below.
From the plant jobs report · week of October 19, 2026
Quality Engineer roles in California: typical posted base $101k–$149k. This one lists $68k–$107k.
Median of the low and high ends of 84 live postings that list pay, out of 179 quality engineer openings in California, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
California plant jobs report →Pay by team and state →What moves pay →
How this role compares
Against 178 other live quality postings in California.
- Base pay
- About 30% below similar roles
- Experience asked
- Typical (5+ years)
Typical $100k–$149k, from 81 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ Root cause 78%
- FMEA 56%
- ✓ Supplier quality 49%
- AS9100 44%
- Validation (IQ/OQ/PQ) 44%
- ISO 9001 40%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
Stands out: this posting asks for Union environment, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.
At a glance
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How to get in at this plant
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- 1
Pick 2–3 people on the Quality team at Masco
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- 2
Send a short, curious note
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- 3
Turn a reply into a short call
Questions worth asking about this team:
- What does a normal week look like on your team?
- Which standards drive the work here: ISO 13485, IATF 16949, AS9100?
- How much of the job is customer complaints versus prevention?
- The posting mentions a Black Belt. Does the company sponsor certification?
- How did you land the job? What stood out in your interviews?
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If the call went well, ask whether they’d pass your résumé to the hiring manager. Send your résumé link, apply that day, and let them know.
- 5
Bring proof to the interview
One page of before-and-after numbers from projects you led: scrap, OEE, cycle time, cost. Plant managers hire on results.
Full description from MascoAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
Key responsibilities
- ◆Maintain and continuously improve the Quality Management System (QMS), including procedures, work instructions, forms, and quality records.
- ◆Lead Layered Process Audits (LPA), internal audits, and compliance assessments to verify adherence to defined processes and quality requirements.
- ◆Manage the Non-Conforming Material Report (NCMR) process, including investigation, disposition, corrective actions, and effectiveness verification.
- ◆Lead Product Incident Report (PIR), product complaint, warranty, and field failure investigations to identify root causes and implement corrective and preventive actions.
- ◆Support supplier quality management activities, including supplier audits, issue resolution, corrective action follow-up, and ongoing supplier performance monitoring.
- ◆Facilitate structured problem-solving activities using root cause analysis methodologies and cross-functional teams.
- ◆Lead and monitor corrective and preventive action (CAPA) activities to ensure timely implementation and verification of effectiveness.
- ◆Act as liaison between Quality, Engineering, Customer Service, Sales, and Legal regarding product performance concerns, risk mitigation activities, and litigation support.
- ◆Collaborate with Engineering, Operations, Procurement, and Suppliers to resolve quality issues and improve product and process performance.
- ◆Support product liability, insurance, labour, and litigation-related investigations by providing technical analysis, documentation, and coordination with internal and external stakeholders.
- ◆Monitor post-launch product performance, complaint trends, warranty data, and field quality issues to drive continuous improvement.
- ◆Participate in Product Quality Response Team (PQRT) activities and support product risk assessment and resolution efforts.
- ◆Prepare and present quality reports, audit findings, corrective action status, and continuous improvement updates to management.
- ◆Support external audits, certification activities, and regulatory compliance
requirements
as needed.
- ✓Perform other duties as required to support Masco Canada's quality objectives and business needs.
WHAT WILL YOU BRING?
Critical experience & competencies
- ✓College Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in a related field
- ✓Minimum 5 years of experience in Quality Engineering, Quality Systems, Supplier Quality, or a related field.
- ✓ASQ Certified Quality Engineer is an asset
- ✓Six Sigma Yellow Belt, Green Belt or Black Belt is considered an asset
- ✓Automotive and lean manufacturing background is an asset
- ✓Experience maintaining and improving Quality Management Systems (QMS)
- ✓Proven knowledge of stage gate / APQP
requirements
(PPAP)
- ✓Experience conducting internal and external audits, Layered Process Audits (LPA), and supplier audits
- ✓Knowledge of corrective and preventive action (CAPA) systems and root cause analysis methodologies (8D, A3, 5 Why, Fishbone)
- ✓Experience managing NCMR, customer complaints, warranty investigations, and corrective actions
- ✓Proven ability to work effectively with suppliers and cross-functional teams to resolve quality issues
- ✓Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
- ✓Strong verbal and written communication skills with demonstrated professionalism and diplomacy
- ✓Ability to prepare reports, present findings, and communicate effectively with all levels of the organization
- ✓Intermediate Microsoft Office skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- ✓Experience in a unionized manufacturing environment is an asset
WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?
- ✓Competitive Rewards and Compensation
- ✓Defined Contribution Registered Pension Plan with employer matching
- ✓Deferred Profit-Sharing Plan (DPSP)
- ✓Benefit insurance coverage from Day 1, including health, dental, and travel insurance
- ✓Employee Assistance Program (Dialogue) – access to health and wellness resources
- ✓2 paid volunteer days to support the communities we live and work in
- ✓Employee Store, Employee Purchase Program, Fitness Discounts, and more!
- ✓Opportunities for development and growth, including Buddy and Mentoring programs, LinkedIn Learning, and other virtual and in-class learning opportunities
- ✓Participation in employee-led committees such as the Wellness Committee, Masco United (Inclusion & Belonging Committee), Philanthropy Committee, Organizational Pulse Committee, or employee impact groups
WHY JOIN MASCO CANADA?
- ✓Over a Century of Excellence – With more than 120+ years of experience , Masco Canada has established itself as a leader in the building and home improvement industry .
- ✓Diverse Brand Portfolio – We proudly offer 12+ brands delivering 20,000+ innovative water solutions , shaping the future of plumbing and home improvement.
- ✓Innovative Solutions – Our commitment to cutting-edge plumbing and water technologies keeps us at the forefront of the industry.
- ✓Collaborative & Inclusive Culture – We foster an environment where all employees are valued, respected,
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HERE WE GROW AGAIN - WE ARE HIRING! QUALITY ENGINEER LEAD (On-Site – St. Thomas, ON Office)
Build your future with Masco Canada!
At Masco Canada, we’re passionate about delivering innovative solutions and exceptional customer experiences. We’re looking for a Quality Engineer Lead – Product Services, to join our Advanced Quality team. If you thrive in a dynamic, collaborative environment and are excited to make a meaningful impact, we want to hear from you.
WHAT WILL YOU DO?
Responsible for supporting Masco Canada's quality objectives through the maintenance and continuous improvement of the Quality Management System (QMS). This role leads audits, NCMR and PIR investigations, supplier quality activities, customer complaints, warranty and field issue investigations, and product risk mitigation efforts. This individual is also responsible for coordinating product incident records and related activities with internal stakeholders and legal counsel as required.
