Quality Assurance Engineer

Placements24; Paarl; On-site; ZAR 700,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary incentives

Health & wellness benefits

Professional growth & certifications

Stable, quality-driven company ethos

Retirement savings plan

Job summary

Placements24 in Paarl is seeking a meticulous Quality Assurance Engineer to drive the quality of products and processes. You will develop and implement robust quality control systems, conduct inspections, and analyze data to identify and rectify defects, supporting a culture of excellence across manufacturing operations.

The ideal candidate holds an engineering degree, minimum 4 years in QA/QC in manufacturing, and deep knowledge of ISO 9001 and SPC, with strong problem-solving, analytical, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial or Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Minimum of 4 years in QA/QC within manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of Quality Management Systems (ISO 9001) and SPC.
• Proficiency with quality analysis tools and techniques.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical and communication skills.
• Experience with root cause methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain QA programs and procedures.
• Conduct inspections and audits of materials and products.
• Analyze data, identify trends, implement CAPA.
• Collaborate with production and engineering to improve processes.
• Manage calibration records for testing/inspection equipment.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Communication

Quality analysis

Root cause analysis

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

ISO 9001

SPC

CAPA

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a meticulous and analytical Quality Assurance Engineer to join their team in Paarl. This critical role is responsible for ensuring that all products and processes meet the highest standards of quality and reliability. You will be involved in developing and implementing quality control systems, performing inspections, and analyzing data to identify and rectify defects. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, possesses a strong understanding of quality management systems, and is committed to driving a culture of excellence within the manufacturing operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive quality assurance programs and procedures.
• Conduct regular inspections and audits of raw materials, in-process materials, and finished goods to ensure compliance with specifications.
• Analyze quality data, identify trends, and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) to address defects.
• Collaborate with production and engineering teams to resolve quality issues and improve processes.
• Manage and maintain calibration records for all testing and inspection equipment.
• Ensure adherence to relevant industry standards and regulatory requirements.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in a Quality Assurance or Quality Control role within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of Quality Management Systems (e.g., ISO 9001) and statistical process control (SPC).
• Proficiency in quality analysis tools and techniques.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
• Experience with root cause analysis methodologies.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Opportunities for professional growth and certifications.
• Work in a stable and reputable company committed to quality.
• Retirement savings plan.