Remote Quality Control Lead – ISO 9001 & Six Sigma

Placements24; United States; Remote; USD 53,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Performance incentives

Professional development

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Quality Control Inspector to establish and sustain rigorous QA standards across production lines. The role is remote-based within South Africa, requiring strong leadership, data-driven decision making, and familiarity with ISO 9001, Six Sigma and Lean methods.

You will mentor a team of inspectors, drive continuous improvement, and collaborate closely with production and engineering to resolve quality issues promptly while maintaining detailed records and reporting

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality Management, or related discipline.
• 7+ years in quality control with leadership experience in manufacturing.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001, Six Sigma, Lean manufacturing.
• Proficiency with inspection and testing equipment.
• Strong analytical, reporting and communication skills.
• Experience supervising remotely and coordinating teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop and oversee comprehensive quality control plans and procedures.
• Conduct inspections and audits of materials, in-process items, and finished products.
• Analyze data to identify defects and root causes; drive corrective actions.
• Lead and mentor a team of inspectors; provide training.
• Ensure compliance with standards, regulations, and customer specifications.
• Collaborate with production and engineering to resolve issues quickly.

Skills

Leadership

Remote supervision

Analytical thinking

SPC software

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Quality Management

Tools

SPC software

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Quality Control Inspector to establish and sustain rigorous QA standards across production lines. The role is remote-based within South Africa, requiring strong leadership, data-driven decision making, and familiarity with ISO 9001, Six Sigma and Lean methods.

You will mentor a team of inspectors, drive continuous improvement, and collaborate closely with production and engineering to resolve quality issues promptly while maintaining detailed records and reporting