Plant Quality

Forvia; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mobility technology firm is seeking a Plant Quality / Systems Engineer in Cape Town. This role involves maintaining quality management systems, conducting projects across production, and ensuring compliance with quality engineering techniques. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in Engineering and at least 3 years of manufacturing experience, emphasizing problem-solving and customer satisfaction. Join a dynamic team focused on sustainable mobility technologies.

Benefits

Career development opportunities

Diversity and inclusion initiatives

Sustainability training programs

Qualifications

• 3 or more years of relevant experience in manufacturing.
• In-depth knowledge of quality engineering techniques.
• In-depth knowledge of quality systems (IATF / VDA6.3).

Responsibilities

• Maintain Quality Management System and lead plant action plans.
• Conduct multiple projects simultaneously across production life.
• Facilitate Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA) with engineering.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Customer satisfaction orientation

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Industrial Engineering

Job description

Overview

Forvia, a sustainable mobility technology leader. We pioneer technology for mobility experiences that matter to people. The Plant Quality / Systems Engineer is responsible for implementing process control programs that will assure production of finished goods that meet or exceed customer‑specified requirements.

He / she leads continuous improvements by utilizing the appropriate quality tools and provides data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Maintain Quality Management System and lead plant action plans as a result of audits.
• Conduct multiple projects simultaneously from feasibility to post‑launch quality assessment across production life.
• Facilitate Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA) with engineering and monitor status throughout production.
• Review the Control Plan with Engineering and Production and monitor compliance.
• Develop, implement, and maintain Statistical Process Control techniques.
• Assure compliance with documented quality systems (IATF / VDA6.3) and promote consistency throughout the organization.
• Conduct investigations to determine causes of defects, make recommendations for corrective action.
• Maintain internal customer complaint log and participate in the QRCI process.
• Instruct and train personnel in audit and testing techniques.
• Monitor and revise quality documentation as required.
• Visit customers and suppliers when necessary.
• Perform 8QB and CIO audits and monitor corrective action implementation.
• Contain parts within the plant in the event of customer rejection and dock audit rejections.
• Manage Gauge R&R schedule and perform studies as per schedule.
• Perform final inspection validation per schedule.
• Draw up and revise inspection instructions for TQW and Final Inspection.
• Maintain FES principles.
• Perform all responsibilities with IATF / VDA6.3 system requirements.
• Initiate and implement corrective actions for customer and internal audits.
• Responsible for maintenance and upload of information on the Internal Quality Management System.
• Act as liaison to internal customers.
• Review all production methods for compliance to quality standards and for improvement of product and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Industrial Engineering.
• Strong analytical and proven team‑oriented problem‑solving skills.
• 3 or more years of relevant experience in manufacturing.
• Strong customer satisfaction orientation.
• In‑depth knowledge of quality engineering techniques.
• In‑depth knowledge of quality systems (IATF / VDA6.3).
• Excellent knowledge and understanding of customer‑specific requirements.
• Knowledge of Metrology.
• Above average communication and interpersonal skills.

Benefits & Culture

• Engaging and dynamic environment contributing to sustainable mobility technologies.
• Opportunities for career development in a global automotive supplier with a multicultural environment.
• Commitment to diversity and inclusion, with gender diversity targets and inclusion action plans.
• Sustainability focus: Achieving CO2 Net Zero with SBTI Net‑Zero Standard alignment.
• Learning environment with Forvia University training (average >22 hours online/in‑person).