Industrial Engineer - Quality Systems

Placements24; Benoni; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 620,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 in Benoni seeks a meticulous Industrial Engineer specializing in Quality Systems to strengthen our quality management framework across operations. You will analyze processes, identify deviations, and implement engineering solutions to enhance product consistency and customer satisfaction.

The role collaborates with production, engineering, and quality teams, leads CAPA activities, maintains QMS documentation, and supports ISO 9001 compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Industrial Engineering or related field.
• 3–5 years in industrial engineering focused on quality systems.
• Knowledge of QMS such as ISO 9001.
• Experience with SPC, FMEA and root-cause analysis techniques.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Analyze production processes to identify quality issues and implement preventive measures.
• Develop and implement quality control plans and inspection procedures.
• Lead root cause analysis and implement CAPA.
• Ensure compliance with ISO 9001 and other standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive quality improvements.
• Maintain and improve QMS documentation and processes.

Skills

Quality systems

SPC

FMEA

Root cause analysis

Analytical thinking

Education

BEng Industrial Eng

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a meticulous Industrial Engineer with expertise in Quality Systems to join their team in Benoni. This role is essential for maintaining and improving our robust quality management framework across all operations. You will be responsible for analyzing processes, identifying quality deviations, and implementing engineering solutions to enhance product consistency and customer satisfaction. This position requires a keen eye for detail and a strong commitment to upholding the highest quality standards in a manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze production processes to identify potential quality issues and implement preventive measures.
• Develop and implement quality control plans and inspection procedures.
• Lead root cause analysis for quality defects and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
• Ensure compliance with relevant quality standards and certifications (e.g., ISO 9001).
• Collaborate with production, engineering, and quality assurance teams to drive continuous improvement in product quality.
• Maintain and improve the company's Quality Management System (QMS) documentation and processes.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or a related technical field.
• 3-5 years of experience in industrial engineering, with a significant focus on quality systems or quality engineering.
• In-depth knowledge of Quality Management Systems (QMS), such as ISO 9001.
• Experience with quality tools, including Statistical Process Control (SPC), FMEA, and root cause analysis techniques.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent documentation and communication abilities.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package.
• Comprehensive health insurance and retirement benefits.
• Paid time off and holiday schedule.
• Opportunities for training and certification in quality management.
• A stable and professional work environment committed to excellence.