Location: Toronto, ON (Fully Onsite with Regular Supplier Travel)
Type: Independent Contractor
Contract Duration: 6 Months
Number of Openings: 6 Positions
Start Date: ASAP
GPSI is seeking experienced Supplier Recovery Consultants to support a major aerospace client in driving supplier performance and ensuring quality compliance. This fully onsite, independent contractor role involves traveling to various supplier locations within Canada and potentially internationally, to lead supplier recovery activities, conduct inspections, and drive corrective action initiatives.
Perform source inspections at supplier sites to evaluate the quality of system components
Lead quality review meetings with suppliers and internal stakeholders
Identify repetitive quality issues and request detailed corrective action plans from suppliers
Initiate and track corrective action requests to ensure resolution of quality problems
Assess overall supplier performance and escalate concerns as necessary
Provide regular progress updates and visibility on open actions through presentations (PowerPoint) to management
Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Technical Degree in Aerospace Engineering, or equivalent experience
Minimum of 5 years of experience in supplier quality, quality assurance, or a related aerospace function
ASQ certification and Six Sigma methodology experience
Proven track record of problem-solving and driving improvements in high-pressure environments
Solid background in project management within quality assurance
Strong root cause analysis and supplier intervention skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and French
Proficient with Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
Willingness and ability to travel frequently to supplier locations, including some international travel on short notice
Experience in aerospace manufacturing or OEM environments
Familiarity with supplier recovery, audits, and performance improvement initiatives
This is an exciting opportunity for quality professionals with a passion for supplier development, hands-on problem solving, and high-impact work in the aerospace sector.
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