Industrial Engineer - Quality Systems

Placements24; Mossel Bay; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development

Certifications support

Job summary

Placements24 in Mossel Bay seeks an Industrial Engineer focused on quality systems to develop, implement, and maintain QMS, conduct process audits, and drive CAPA to reduce defects and boost customer satisfaction.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s in Industrial Engineering or Quality Management, 4+ years in industrial engineering with a QA emphasis, and expertise in ISO 9001, Six Sigma, and SPC; strong analytical, documentation, and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Quality Management, or a related field.
• 4+ years of industrial engineering experience with a strong emphasis on quality assurance and control.
• In-depth knowledge of quality management systems (e.g., ISO 9001) and tools (e.g., Six Sigma, SPC).
• Experience with root cause analysis techniques and CAPA implementation.
• Strong analytical, documentation, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain robust quality management systems (QMS) compliant with relevant industry standards.
• Conduct regular process audits and inspections to ensure adherence to quality protocols and identify areas for improvement.
• Analyze quality data, identify root causes of defects and non-conformities, and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
• Collaborate with production, engineering, and R&D teams to integrate quality considerations into product and process design.
• Develop and deliver training programs on quality standards and procedures for operational staff.
• Monitor key quality metrics and prepare regular reports for management on quality performance and improvement initiatives.

Skills

Analytical skills

Documentation

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or Quality Management

Tools

ISO 9001

Six Sigma

SPC

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a detail-oriented Industrial Engineer focused on quality systems to join their team in Mossel Bay . This role is critical in ensuring that our products and processes meet the highest quality standards. You will be responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining quality management systems, conducting process audits, and driving continuous improvement to reduce defects and enhance customer satisfaction. The ideal candidate is passionate about quality assurance and possesses strong analytical skills to identify and resolve quality-related issues within our operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain robust quality management systems (QMS) compliant with relevant industry standards.
• Conduct regular process audits and inspections to ensure adherence to quality protocols and identify areas for improvement.
• Analyze quality data, identify root causes of defects and non-conformities, and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA ).
• Collaborate with production, engineering, and R&D teams to integrate quality considerations into product and process design.
• Develop and deliver training programs on quality standards and procedures for operational staff.
• Monitor key quality metrics and prepare regular reports for management on quality performance and improvement initiatives.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Quality Management, or a related field.
• 4+ years of experience in industrial engineering with a strong emphasis on quality assurance and control.
• In-depth knowledge of quality management systems (e.g., ISO 9001) and tools (e.g., Six Sigma, SPC).
• Experience with root cause analysis techniques and CAPA implementation.
• Strong analytical, documentation, and communication skills.
• Familiarity with manufacturing processes relevant to the company's industry.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunity to significantly impact product quality and customer satisfaction.
• Professional development and support for quality certifications.
• A collaborative and quality-focused work environment in Mossel Bay .
• Potential for advancement within the quality assurance and engineering departments.