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Manager, Manufacturing Engineering and Quality Assurance

The manager oversees production engineering and quality assurance functions to ensure efficient, reliable, and high-quality manufacturing processes. They lead teams to implement strategic plans, manage engineering projects, and ensure compliance with safety and industry standards across the supply chain.

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  • Red Deer, AB
  • Posted Aug 12, 2026
  • 1 position

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Job summary

The Manager of Production Engineering and Quality Assurance (QA) is responsible for overseeing the engineering and quality assurance functions within the production department. This role involves leading a team of engineers and quality assurance professionals to ensure that production processes are efficient, reliable, and meet the highest quality standards. Responsible for driving the deployment of the quality function throughout the entire supply chain, by establishing a comprehensive quality system that covers suppliers, internal manufacturing processes, and field performance of the Badger’s trucks. The compensation for this role will be commensurate based on education and/or experience. What You'll Be Doing: * Develops a one-year plan that aligns to the overall corporate business’ strategic plans and immediate manager’s business plan. * Leads and manages the production engineering and quality assurance teams, providing direction, support, and development opportunities. * Develops and implements strategies to improve production processes, enhance efficiency, and reduce costs. * Ensures that all products meet quality standards and regulatory requirements through rigorous testing and inspection processes. * Oversees engineering production projects to completion, ensuring they are delivered on time and within budget. * Works closely with other departments, such as production, supply chain, and research and development (R&D), to ensure seamless integration of engineering and quality assurance activities. * Ensures compliance with industry standards, safety regulations, and company policies. What You'll Need For Success: * Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related field. Registered as a Professional Engineer with APEGA or other provincial regulatory body. * Minimum of 5 years of 3D CAD experience. * 7-10 years of experience in production engineering and quality assurance, with at least 3-5 years in a managerial role preferred. * Strong leadership and team management skills * Industrial or manufacturing setting with exposure to machinery, noise, and varying temperatures. * Ability to work in confined spaces and perform tasks that require physical exertion. * Capable of lifting 20-30lbs. If you feel you don’t have the experience listed above, but still think you are qualified for the job, we encourage you to apply for consideration. What You'll Get In Return: * Generous pay and bonus program(s) * Low-cost Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance * Retirement plan with employer matching contributions * Attractive vacation programs * Inclusive Group Life insurance * Supportive Employee Assistance Program (EAP) that allows for covered behavioral health visits * Rewarding employee referral program * Valuable employee training program(s)

What you’ll do

The manager oversees production engineering and quality assurance functions to ensure efficient, reliable, and high-quality manufacturing processes. They lead teams to implement strategic plans, manage engineering projects, and ensure compliance with safety and industry standards across the supply chain.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field and be a registered professional engineer. The role requires 7-10 years of experience in production engineering and quality assurance, including 3-5 years in a managerial capacity.

Benefits

• Medical insurance • Dental insurance • Vision insurance • Retirement plan • Vacation programs • Group life insurance • Employee assistance program • Employee referral program • Employee training program • Bonus program

Listed skills

  • Supply chain managementPreferred
  • Quality assurancePreferred
  • Project managementPreferred

Other relevant skills

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  • Production engineering
  • Quality assurance
  • Team leadership
  • 3D CAD
  • Strategic planning
  • Process improvement
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Project management
  • Supply chain management
  • Inspection
  • Testing
  • Manufacturing processes
  • Budget management
  • Professional engineering
  • Industry Standards
  • Supply Chain
  • 3D Modeling
  • Quality Management Systems
  • Strategic Planning
  • Business Planning
  • Training And Development
  • Employee Assistance Programs
  • Leadership
  • Professional Engineer (PE) License
  • Machinery
  • Manufacturing Processes
  • Production Engineering
  • Production Process
  • Quality Assurance
  • Quality Management
  • Research And Development
  • Referral Marketing
  • Safety Assurance
  • Team Management
  • Vision Insurance
  • Behavioral Health

Job areas

  • Manufacturing
  • Engineering
  • Management & Leadership
  • Manufacturing and Quality Assurance Technician
  • Quality Assurance Manager
  • Management and Organization Analysts
  • Quality Control Systems Managers
  • Industrial Production Managers

Additional details

Minimum education
Professional degree
Minimum experience
10+ years
Posting language
English
Working hours
40 hours per week