Lab Supervisor

EnableSA Recruitment; Kariega; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Quality Lab Manager in Kariega, Eastern Cape. The role involves supervising lab activities, implementing quality control systems, and mentoring staff. Ideal candidates need a Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering, over 5 years of experience in automotive quality management, and strong leadership skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years experience quality lab management in the automotive industry.
• Injection moulding experience preferred.
• Familiarity with APQP, PPAP, DFMEA, PFMEA, and control plan preparation.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily laboratory activities ensuring compliance with industry standards.
• Implement quality control systems for continuous product satisfaction.
• Provide administrative oversight to laboratory personnel, including mentoring.

Skills

Quality assurance methodologies

Statistical Process Control (SPC)

Root Cause Analysis

Communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to lead and manage teams

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Grade 12

Tools

Computer-Aided Design (CAD)

Data analysis programs

Job description

Qualifications

• Grade 12
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related technical field.
• Minimum 5 years experience quality lab management in the automotive industry.
• Injection moulding experience preferred
• Familiarity with APQP, PPAP, DFMEA, PFMEA, and control plan preparation.
• Project experience
• Quality Planning, MSA, Dimensional Analysis, and Capability Studies experience
• Strong understanding of quality assurance methodologies, including Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA), Statistical Process Control (SPC), and Root Cause Analysis.
• Proficiency in relevant software tools such as Computer-Aided Design (CAD) and data analysis programs
• Ability to read drawings
• Demonstrated ability to lead and manage teams effectively, with strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Laboratory Management: Supervise daily laboratory activities, ensuring compliance with industry standards and safety protocols. Oversee maintenance, quality control, and validation of laboratory instruments and procedures.
• Quality Assurance: Implement and manage quality control systems to ensure continuous production of products that meet or exceed customer expectations. Conduct process audits to verify accuracy and compliance with established procedures.
• Team Leadership: Provide clinical and administrative oversight to laboratory personnel, including mentoring, training, and performance evaluations. Establish training goals for new hires and ensure timely completion of departmental reviews.