Quality Assurance Manager

Placements24; Rustenburg; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Healthcare coverage

Retirement benefits

Leadership development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Quality Assurance Manager to lead the quality control initiatives at the Rustenburg plant in North West. You will develop and maintain a robust QMS to ensure products meet standards and customer expectations, guiding a team dedicated to excellence.

The ideal candidate will have extensive QA experience, regulatory familiarity, and strong leadership to drive continuous improvement and maintain product integrity in the Rustenburg industrial sector.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Quality Management, Engineering, or related scientific discipline.
• 7+ years in quality assurance or quality control; 3+ years in a managerial role.
• Experience implementing ISO 9001 or other QMS.
• Strong knowledge of SPC, Six Sigma, or Lean principles.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Exceptional leadership and communication abilities.
• Experience with regulatory compliance in manufacturing, preferably Rustenburg.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive quality assurance policies and procedures for the Rustenburg plant.
• Oversee all aspects of the quality control process, including inspections, testing, and product validation.
• Lead and mentor the Quality Assurance team, fostering a culture of quality consciousness and continuous improvement.
• Conduct regular audits of production processes and systems to ensure compliance with quality standards and regulations.
• Investigate customer complaints and non-conformance issues, implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA), and track their effectiveness.
• Analyze quality data and trends to identify areas for improvement and implement data-driven solutions.
• Collaborate with production, engineering, and R&D teams to ensure product quality from design to final delivery.
• Maintain all quality-related documentation and records, ensuring readiness for regulatory inspections in North West.
• Stay updated on industry best practices and regulatory changes affecting quality assurance.

Skills

Leadership

Quality management

Statistical process control

Six Sigma

Lean Manufacturing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Quality Management, Engineering, or related field

Tools

Quality management software

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a reputable manufacturing organization, is actively recruiting a seasoned Quality Assurance Manager to lead their quality control initiatives at their Rustenburg, North West facility. This critical role will be responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining a robust quality management system that ensures all products meet or exceed industry standards and customer expectations. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in quality assurance methodologies, a strong understanding of regulatory compliance, and the leadership capabilities to guide a team dedicated to upholding excellence. This position offers a significant opportunity to impact product integrity and customer satisfaction within the Rustenburg industrial sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive quality assurance policies and procedures for the Rustenburg plant.
• Oversee all aspects of the quality control process, including inspections, testing, and product validation.
• Lead and mentor the Quality Assurance team, fostering a culture of quality consciousness and continuous improvement.
• Conduct regular audits of production processes and systems to ensure compliance with quality standards and regulations.
• Investigate customer complaints and non-conformance issues, implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA), and track their effectiveness.
• Analyze quality data and trends to identify areas for improvement and implement data-driven solutions.
• Collaborate with production, engineering, and R&D teams to ensure product quality from design to final delivery.
• Maintain all quality-related documentation and records, ensuring readiness for regulatory inspections in North West.
• Stay updated on industry best practices and regulatory changes affecting quality assurance.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Quality Management, Engineering, or a related scientific discipline.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in quality assurance or quality control, with at least 3 years in a managerial capacity.
• Proven experience in developing and implementing ISO 9001 or other relevant quality management systems.
• Strong understanding of statistical process control (SPC), Six Sigma, or Lean Manufacturing principles.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Exceptional leadership, team management, and communication abilities.
• Proficiency in quality management software and tools.
• Experience with regulatory compliance within the manufacturing sector in Rustenburg.

Benefits

• A competitive salary reflecting your expertise and leadership role.
• Comprehensive healthcare coverage and retirement benefits.
• Opportunities for significant professional growth and leadership development.
• A crucial role in maintaining product integrity for a respected company in Rustenburg, North West.
• Contribute to a quality-focused culture.