manager - quality management systems

Western Cape Blood Service; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A non-profit organization is seeking a Manager for Quality Management Systems to implement and manage their QMS. The role includes internal auditing, compliance with regulatory standards, and promoting a culture of continuous improvement. Ideal candidates are highly motivated with experience in quality management.

Qualifications

• Highly motivated and detail-oriented individual
• Experience in managing quality management systems

Responsibilities

• Implement and manage WCBS’s Quality Management System (QMS).
• Plan and conduct internal audits to evaluate effectiveness.
• Advise teams on QMS policies and procedures.
• Coordinate quality training programs to enhance staff competence.

Job description

VACANCY: MANAGER – QUALITY MANAGEMENT SYSTEMSPATERSON C1

The Quality Management Systems (QMS) Department at Western Cape Blood Service (WCBS) is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented individual to drive the implementation, maintenance, and optimization of the WCBS Quality Management System. WCBS is a non-profit organisation whose mission is to collect, process, and distribute blood and blood products of the highest standards throughout the Western Cape.

Purpose Of The Job

• Implements and monitors WCBS’s quality systems
• Ensures compliance with internal policies and regulatory standards
• Provides advice, assistance, and guidance on the implementation of the parameters of the QMS at WCBS
• Manages the internal audit programme and performs audits
• Assist in preparing the organisation for external audits and regulatory assessments
• Conduct a thorough review of quality documentation and implement necessary amendments to ensure alignment with applicable standards
  
  

Responsibilities

• Implement and manage WCBS’s Quality Management System (QMS), ensuring sustained compliance with internal procedures, industry-related regulations, and relevant international standards
• Plan and conduct internal audits to evaluate the effectiveness and compliance of quality processes
• Identify areas of non-conformance and oversee prompt execution and follow-up of corrective and preventive measures
• Advise teams across WCBS on QMS policies, procedures, and quality improvement initiatives
• Review, update, and maintain quality documentation to ensure compliance with current regulatory and organisational requirements
• Coordinate quality training programs to enhance staff awareness and competence in QMS principles
• Collaborate with teams during external inspections, audits, and assessments.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement and quality excellence across the organisation
• Staff management responsibilities
• Prepare quality reports