Executive Manager: Quality Assurance (Boskop)

Rheinmetall; Potchefstroom; On-site; ZAR 650,000 - 850,000; Full time

Job summary

Rheinmetall seeks an experienced Quality Manager for its Potchefstroom site. This role involves leading the quality department, ensuring compliance with quality standards, and managing quality assurance activities to enhance product quality and operational performance. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in quality management within manufacturing and strong leadership skills, with opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Competitive compensation package with incentive bonus

Medical Schemes

Career development and progress opportunities

Innovative and dynamic working environment

Participation in Rheinmetall activities and events

Qualifications

• 7-10 years relevant experience in quality management in manufacturing.
• 5 years experience in staff management and leadership.
• Training in ISO 9001 implementation and auditing.

Responsibilities

• Manage Quality Assurance & Control and oversee audits.
• Develop and implement best practices for quality improvement.
• Ensure compliance with ISO 9001 quality standards.

Skills

Leadership

Quality Management

Communication

Planning

Education

Bachelors Degree or equivalent NQF 7 in Mechanical/Metallurgical or related field

Job description

What We Are Looking For

• To ensure RDM Boskop constantly delivers high level of quality products to its clients.
• Ensure that all products, procedures and services comply with required specifications & standard from design to manufacture, testing and delivery.
• Responsible for managing Quality Assurance & Control, Product Test Range, Raw Materials Laboratory, Non-destructive Testing, Metrology and Empty Component Laboratory for the site.
• Develop and implement best practices, systems, strategy, policies, processes and procedures to aid RDM in improving Quality of its products and operational performance.
• Lead and manage the Boskop Quality department, providing guidance, support, and resources to ensure their success.
• Oversee quality audits, call monitoring, and other performance evaluation processes to identify trends and improvement opportunities.
• Work closely with other departments and clients to align quality standards and address service gaps.
• Act as a point of contact for clients on quality-related matters, ensuring their expectations are met or exceeded.
• Ensure conformance with ISO 9001 quality standards, and other industry-specific requirements.
• Ensure that RDM Quality KPI’s are met, as per set organisational Objectives and Targets.
• Implement effective quality assurance procedures to identify and address defects or deviations from specifications.
• Continuously review and improve existing quality assurance processes to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
• Provide QA & QC support to manufacturing to ensure products are manufactured according to specification.
• Identify root causes of quality issues and work with relevant teams to implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Perform quality audits, ensuring proper documentation and follow-up on identified non-conformities.
• Ensure team members have necessary skills and resources to excel in their roles, providing regular coaching and calibration sessions to maintain consistency in evaluations.
• Develop and implement risk mitigation plans to prevent quality-related failures and/or non-conformances.
• Generate regular quality assurance reports to track performance and communicate results.
• Develop and compile quality assurance plans that meet client expectations, drive continuous improvement initiatives, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve business objectives.
• Provide laboratory support to ensure all raw materials & empty components are in accordance with specifications.
• Oversee Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Lot Acceptance Testing (LAT) of products before release of final product to client.
• Complete product documentation and issue Certificate of Conformance (COC) to client.
• Compile, manage and achieve budget control and forecasting for department.

What Qualifications You Should Have

• Bachelors Degree or equivalent NQF 7 in Mechanical/ Metallurgical/ or related field.
• At least 7-10 years’ relevant experience in quality management within a manufacturing environment.
• At least 5 years of experience in staff management, performance management and leadership.
• Experience within a manufacturing environment(advantageous)
• Experience in explosives manufacturing environment (advantageous)
• Training and demonstrated experience and knowledge of ISO 9001 implementation and auditing.
• In-depth knowledge of quality management systems, industry standards, and regulatory requirements.
• The ability to liaise and communicate with various internal and external stakeholders.
• Good Planning, integration and resources management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills including meeting facilitation and presentation.
• Ability to operate and communicate on all levels and within the corporate environment.
• Strong leadership and management skills.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a cross functional team.
• Ability to multi-task and handle several issues simultaneously.
• Good Planning, integration and resources management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills including meeting facilitation and presentation.
• Clear Security Screening record.
• Medical fit to work in a chemical environment.
• Code 8 Drivers Licence.
• Willingness to travel local & international, as & when required.
• Adheres and implements Rheinmetall Denel Munitions Policies and Procedures and ensures compliance to ISO Standards with respect to SHE/Quality/Environmental/Energy.

What We Offer You

• Competitive compensation package with incentive bonus and pension fund
• Medical Schemes
• Stable employer background
• Opportunity to work on major projects within our Weapons and Ammunition Division
• Extensive Employee Assistance Program to support overall health and wellbeing
• Career development and progress opportunities
• Individual and diverse training opportunities and programs (Bursary Schemes)
• Subsidized canteen on site with themed days and multiple dietary options
• Innovative and dynamic working environment and culture
• Work as part of a team with real purpose in what we do
• Participation in (international) Rheinmetall activities and events