Quality Assurance Specialist

Placements24; Soweto; Hybrid; ZAR 360,000 - 540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical and retirement benefits

Professional certifications support

Collaborative work environment

Flexible work arrangements

Job summary

Placements24 in Soweto is seeking a meticulous Quality Assurance Specialist to uphold and enhance our quality systems. You will develop QA procedures, conduct audits, analyze data, and lead cross-functional improvements to ensure products meet customer and regulatory expectations.

The ideal candidate will have a strong grasp of ISO 9001, SPC techniques, and excellent problem-solving abilities, with a proven track record in manufacturing QA and collaboration with production and engineering teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Science or Business.
• Proven experience in a QA role within manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of ISO 9001 quality management systems.
• Proficiency in data analysis and SPC techniques.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with audits and quality improvement methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain quality assurance procedures and standards.
• Conduct internal audits of manufacturing processes and systems to ensure compliance.
• Analyze quality data, identify trends, and recommend corrective and preventative actions.
• Collaborate with production and engineering teams to resolve quality issues.
• Manage and maintain quality documentation and records.
• Stay updated on relevant industry standards and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Quality Assurance

Data analysis

Audits

ISO 9001

SPC

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Science/Business

Tools

Excel

Statistical software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a thorough and analytical Quality Assurance Specialist to contribute to their manufacturing excellence in Soweto . This role is instrumental in upholding and enhancing the quality management systems, ensuring products consistently meet or exceed customer expectations and regulatory requirements. You will be involved in developing quality control procedures, conducting audits, analyzing quality data, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of quality frameworks, excellent analytical skills, and a meticulous approach to detail. This position offers a significant opportunity to influence product quality and customer satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain quality assurance procedures and standards.
• Conduct internal audits of manufacturing processes and systems to ensure compliance.
• Analyze quality data, identify trends, and recommend corrective and preventative actions.
• Collaborate with production and engineering teams to resolve quality issues.
• Manage and maintain quality documentation and records.
• Stay updated on relevant industry standards and regulatory requirements.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., Engineering, Science, Business).
• Proven experience as a Quality Assurance Specialist or in a similar quality role within manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of quality management systems (e.g., ISO 9001).
• Proficiency in data analysis and statistical process control (SPC) techniques.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with audit processes and quality improvement methodologies.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance incentives.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits.
• Support for professional certifications and ongoing training in quality assurance.
• A collaborative and quality-focused work environment.
• Potential for flexible work arrangements depending on operational needs.