Automotive Quality Assurance Engineer

Placements24; East London; Presencial; ZAR 540.000 - 720.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Medical aid

Retirement fund contributions

Professional development

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 seeks an Automotive Quality Assurance Engineer for its East London facility in the Eastern Cape. The role focuses on implementing quality control processes, conducting inspections, and driving CAPA across production and engineering teams to sustain high product quality.

The ideal candidate has 4+ years in automotive QA, strong SPC/FMEA knowledge, and experience with IATF 16949/ISO 9001. A proactive, detail-oriented professional will thrive in a continuous-improvement culture.

Formación

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial) or related field.
• Minimum 4 years in quality assurance or quality control within automotive manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of IATF 16949 and ISO 9001.
• Proficient in SPC, FMEA, and 8D problem-solving.
• Experience with various inspection techniques and measurement equipment.
• Familiarity with automotive manufacturing processes.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Legally authorized to work in South Africa.

Responsabilidades

• Develop and maintain quality assurance plans and procedures.
• Conduct inspections and audits of production processes and finished products.
• Utilize SPC to monitor production quality and identify trends.
• Perform root cause analysis and implement CAPA.
• Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain teams.
• Analyze quality data and generate reports on key quality metrics.
• Ensure adherence to IATF 16949 and ISO 9001.
• Train production personnel on quality standards and procedures.
• Participate in supplier quality audits.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives in East London.

Conocimientos

Root cause analysis

SPC

FMEA

Quality management systems

Problem solving

Educación

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Herramientas

Measurement equipment

Descripción del empleo

About the Role

Our client, a reputable manufacturer in the automotive sector, is seeking a diligent and detail-oriented Automotive Quality Assurance Engineer for their facility in East London . This role is vital in ensuring that all automotive products meet the highest standards of quality, reliability, and customer satisfaction. You will be responsible for developing and implementing quality control processes, conducting inspections, analyzing quality data, and collaborating with production and engineering teams to identify and resolve quality issues. The ideal candidate possesses a strong understanding of quality management systems (e.g., ISO 9001, IATF 16949), statistical process control (SPC), and root cause analysis methodologies. This position offers a fantastic opportunity to contribute to maintaining and enhancing product quality in a key automotive manufacturing region. Located in East London, Eastern Cape , this hands-on role requires a proactive individual committed to excellence. Our client values a culture of continuous improvement and invests in the development of its quality assurance team.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain quality assurance plans and procedures for automotive components and assemblies.
• Conduct regular inspections and audits of production processes and finished products to ensure compliance with specifications.
• Utilize statistical process control (SPC) techniques to monitor production quality and identify trends.
• Perform root cause analysis for quality defects and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
• Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain teams to resolve quality issues effectively.
• Analyze quality data and generate reports on key quality metrics and performance indicators.
• Ensure adherence to relevant quality standards, such as IATF 16949 and customer-specific requirements.
• Train production personnel on quality standards and procedures.
• Participate in supplier quality audits and manage supplier quality performance.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing product quality and process efficiency in East London .

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial) or a related technical field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in quality assurance or quality control within the automotive manufacturing industry.
• Strong knowledge of quality management systems, particularly IATF 16949 and ISO 9001.
• Proficiency in statistical process control (SPC), FMEA (Failure Mode and Effects Analysis), and root cause analysis tools (e.g., 8D).
• Experience with various inspection techniques and measurement equipment.
• Familiarity with automotive manufacturing processes and components.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Effective communication, interpersonal, and teamwork abilities, essential for collaborating within the EastLondon, Eastern Cape facility.
• Must be legally authorized to work in SouthAfrica .

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary, performance bonuses, and a comprehensive benefits package including medical aid and retirement fund contributions.
• Opportunities for professional development and training in advanced quality management techniques are provided.
• Youwill work in a dynamic manufacturing environment with a focus on product excellence.
• Enjoy paid annual leave and a supportive work culture committed to quality in East London .