Quality Assurance Specialist

Crayon ?; Durban; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in environmental health and safety is seeking an Environmental Health & Safety and Quality Assurance Coordinator in Durban. This pivotal role involves managing QA and EHS processes, ensuring compliance with the OHAS Act and implementing continuous improvement initiatives. Candidates should have a degree in a relevant discipline and experience in QA and EHS management within the telecommunications or engineering sectors. Strong communication and reporting skills are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Experience in QA and EHS management within telecommunications or engineering industries.
• In-depth knowledge of the OHAS Act, EHS regulations and QM principles.

Responsibilities

• Manage implementation of QA & EHS processes across projects.
• Conduct internal and external EHS & QA spot checks and site audits.
• Investigate incidents and implement corrective actions.
• Implement continuous improvement through the company’s quality policy.

Skills

Communication skills

Report writing

Risk management

Quality management principles

Education

Degree or diploma in a relevant discipline

Job description

(KZN) Environmental Health & Safety and Quality Assurance Coordinator

Posted 22 days ago in Durban.

Responsibilities:

• Manage implementation of QA & EHS processes, policies and procedures across projects, ensuring compliance with the OHAS Act, company SOPs and client standards.
• Vetting of contractors: manage qualifications to ensure compliance before work commences.
• Conduct internal and external EHS & QA spot checks and site audits, keep records and report on quality performance and audit findings, ensuring findings are addressed.
• Participate in project induction and quality training to promote safety awareness.
• Apply the 4‑Stage, 16‑Step QA methodology.
• Investigate incidents and implement corrective actions.
• Identify and resolve risk and quality issues.
• Implement continuous improvement through the company’s quality policy (customer‑centric, process‑based & financially supportive).

Qualifications:

• Degree or diploma in a relevant discipline.
• Experience in QA and EHS management within telecommunications or engineering industries.
• In‑depth knowledge of the OHAS Act, EHS regulations and QM principles.
• Strong communication and reporting skills to stakeholders and cross‑functional teams, experience conducting audits, PM methodologies and QM systems.

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Role:

This full‑time on‑site role is responsible for implementing and overseeing quality assurance processes, conducting quality audits, and ensuring compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP). Daily tasks involve monitoring and evaluating production processes, inspecting products for adherence to quality standards, and developing quality management systems.

Qualifications:

• Experience in quality control and quality assurance.
• Proficiency in quality management principles and GMP.
• Strong attention to detail and analytical skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Relevant qualification in quality assurance, engineering, or related field.
• Previous experience in the hydraulics or pneumatics industry is a plus.

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Responsibilities:

• Carry out and oversee quality inspections during all production stages.
• Ensure compliance with internal standards and customer requirements.
• Collaborate with production teams to address and resolve quality issues.
• Train and mentor junior quality control staff.
• Maintain accurate quality records and inspection reports.
• Identify trends and support quality improvement initiatives.
• Provide hands‑on support on the shop floor.
• Liaise with other departments to ensure consistent quality practices.
• Investigate root causes of defects and recommend corrective actions.
• Monitor production processes for adherence to quality protocols.
• Participate in internal and external quality audits.
• Assist in updating and developing quality control procedures.
• Promote a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.
• Support the development and implementation of new quality initiatives.
• Communicate quality expectations to the wider team.

Requirements:

• Relevant qualification in quality management or related field.
• Minimum 3 years experience in quality control, preferably in furniture or manufacturing.
• Experience with leather and fabric upholstery is advantageous.
• Previous supervisory or mentoring experience.
• Strong understanding of quality control standards and procedures.

Quality Assurance Officer – Asty Plastic Machinery Pty Ltd

Umbogintwini, KwaZulu Natal, salary R104 000–R130 878.

Duties:

• Ensure products and procedures adhere to company quality standards and regulations.
• Perform routine inspections and quality tests on products to meet safety and quality standards.
• Document inspection outcomes and maintain historical records of quality assurance activities.
• Assist in developing and implementing quality assurance policies and procedures.
• Establish product specifications and quality attributes, measuring production and determining operational and performance qualification.
• Quality and inspection reporting as per ISO requirements.

Requirements:

• At least 3 years of experience in the plastic industry.
• Health and safety experience.
• ISO maintenance experience.
• Deep knowledge of quality assurance terminology, methods and tools.
• Excellent analytical, problem‑solving and decision‑making skills.
• Proficiency in best practices for testing, version control and defect management.
• Work experience in a position requiring similar skills.

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