Quality Assurance Inspector – Mining & Manufacturing

Dawn Field; Boksburg; On-site; ZAR 320,000 - 480,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Fort Hare seeks an experienced Quality Controller for its Boksburg operations in a mining/manufacturing environment. The role focuses on inspections, supplier audits, quality assurance, and reporting to support continuous improvement.

Requirements include a National Diploma in Mechanical Engineering or Quality Management, relevant QC certification, and 3–5 years' experience. Proficiency with measuring equipment and drawings is essential.

Qualifications

• National Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Quality Management, or related field.
• Quality Control certification advantageous.
• 3–5 years' experience in a similar quality control role.
• Strong understanding of quality control standards and inspection techniques.
• Experience using measuring equipment and interpreting engineering drawings.
• Hydraulics and mining industry knowledge advantageous.
• Six Sigma experience beneficial.
• Computer literate.
• Valid driver's licence.
• Ability to work independently, meet deadlines, and maintain high attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Conduct inspections of incoming materials and manufactured components.
• Perform supplier audits and participate in quality assurance programs.
• Prepare quality reports and track non-conformances.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives in mining manufacturing environment.

Skills

Attention to detail

Independent worker

Measuring equipment

Engineering drawings

Six Sigma

Computer literate

Driver's license

Education

National Diploma in Mechanical Engineering

Quality Management

Tools

Measuring equipment

Interpreting drawings

Job description

University of Fort Hare seeks an experienced Quality Controller for its Boksburg operations in a mining/manufacturing environment. The role focuses on inspections, supplier audits, quality assurance, and reporting to support continuous improvement.

Requirements include a National Diploma in Mechanical Engineering or Quality Management, relevant QC certification, and 3–5 years' experience. Proficiency with measuring equipment and drawings is essential.