Quality Assurance Engineer

Placements24; Polokwane; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical insurance

Retirement fund contribution

Paid time off and holidays

Supportive team environment in Polokwe

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a diligent Quality Assurance Engineer to join a manufacturing team in Polokwane. The role focuses on developing and implementing QMS, conducting inspections, and driving continuous improvement to ensure product quality and regulatory compliance.

The ideal candidate will have a strong process understanding, experience with ISO 9001, SPC, and robust problem-solving abilities, contributing to reliability and customer satisfaction in a demanding industrial setting in

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
• 3+ years in quality assurance/quality control in a manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001 or other relevant quality standards.
• Experience with statistical process control (SPC) and quality analysis tools.
• Strong understanding of root cause analysis techniques.
• Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive Quality Management Systems (QMS).
• Conduct regular inspections and audits of products and processes to ensure compliance with standards.
• Analyze quality data, identify trends, and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
• Collaborate with production and engineering teams to address quality issues and implement improvements.
• Manage product testing, validation, and certification processes.
• Train production staff on quality control procedures and best practices.

Skills

Quality Management Systems

Statistical Process Control

Root Cause Analysis

Quality Data Analysis

Inspections & Audits

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a diligent and thorough Quality Assurance Engineer to join their manufacturing team in Polokwane . This role is vital for ensuring that all products meet stringent quality standards and regulatory requirements. You will be responsible for developing and implementing quality control systems, conducting inspections, analyzing quality data, and driving continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product reliability and customer satisfaction. The ideal candidate is meticulous, possesses a strong understanding of quality management systems, and is committed to upholding the highest standards in a demanding industrial setting in Polokwane .

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive Quality Management Systems (QMS) .


• Conduct regular inspections and audits of products and processes to ensure compliance with standards.


• Analyze quality data, identify trends, and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).


• Collaborate with production and engineering teams to address quality issues and implement improvements.


• Manage product testing, validation, and certification processes.


• Train production staff on quality control procedures and best practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering , Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.


• 3+ years of experience in quality assurance or quality control in a manufacturing environment.


• In-depth knowledge of ISO 9001 or other relevant quality standards.


• Experience with statistical process control (SPC) and quality analysis tools.


• Strong understanding of root cause analysis techniques.


• Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.


• Comprehensive medical insurance.


• Retirement fund contribution.


• Paid time off and holidays.


• A supportive team environment focused on quality excellence in Polokwane .