Junior QC

Swift Human Resources; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 50 000 - 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A notable recruitment agency in South Africa is seeking a qualified Quality Control Technician with a minimum of 2 years of experience. Candidates should hold a Quality Technician Certificate or a relevant Engineering Qualification. Responsibilities include ensuring product quality meets defined criteria, developing Quality Control Plans, and overseeing 3rd Party Inspections. Strong computer skills and technical drawing interpretation are essential. The role is integral to maintaining high standards in the manufacturing process.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years in a similar role.
• Matric with a relevant Quality Technician Certificate or any formal Engineering Qualification.

Responsibilities

• Ensure that the manufactured product meets quality criteria.
• Develop and execute Quality Control Plans.
• Lead and support 3rd Party Quality Inspections.

Skills

Quality Control Knowledge

Computer Skills in Microsoft Packages

Technical Drawing Interpretation

Non-Destructive Testing (NDT)

Corrosion Protection Knowledge

Education

Quality Technician Certificate or Engineering Qualification

Job description

SUMMARY

The purpose of this role is to ensure that the manufactured product adheres to a defined set of quality criteria and/or meets the requirements of the client/customer (Quality Control). The production processes in place are effective, understood, and followed as per company guidelines (IMS/Policies) and all incoming raw materials adhere to specifications.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum 2 years in a similar role, Matric with a relevant Quality Technician Certificate or any formal Engineering Qualification.

ADVANTAGES

• Certificate for Internal Auditing (ISO 9001)
• Level 2 Non‑destructive test (NDT) Inspector
• Understanding of Lean Methodology/Concepts and Execution

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Minimum 2 years in similar job‑related experience with the above qualifications.
• Must be computer skilled in Microsoft Packages; Outlook, Excel, Access, OneNote, Skype, Planner and Teams, Word, PowerPoint, MS Projects, and be able to learn various client portals when required.
• Must be able to read and understand technical drawings, and do comparison measurements on actual products/items.
• Design, develop and execute Quality Control Plans (Manufacturing, Corrosion Protection, Welding, others).
• 3rd Party Quality Inspections (Leading and support).
• Understand or be able to learn Customer standards related to the valve industry (SOEs and various water boards).
• Non‑Destructive Testing (NDT) experience in Dye Penetration, Magnetic Particle, Electric Insulation Detection, blast profile and Dry film thickness measuring.
• Corrosion Protection (Types, Data Sheets, Interpretation of technical requirements).
• Non‑Conformance process (NCR), Corrective actions and Preventative Actions (CAPA).

COMPETENCIES AND BEHAVIORS

• Work as part of an integrated team (Quality, OHS, Sales, Projects, Production, Customer and/or 3rd party inspectors).
• Work overtime if and when company requires – with prior notice.
• Good interpersonal and relations skills – well spoken and polite, able to handle conflict situations and work under pressure (Good Communicator).
• Competent in use of measuring equipment, dimensional to drawings and dimensional to product.
• Working with 3rd Party Inspections, data books and QCP’s (Execution of Hold points).
• Efficient and pay attention to detail.
• Produce neat and well‑presented work and present this to the required party on time.
• Fast Learner and ability to adapt to change with own Transport.

POSITION INFO

Kindly apply if you meet the minimum requirements. Should you not hear back from us within 2 weeks consider your application as unsuccessful.