Quality-Centric Industrial Engineer: SPC & Process Excellence

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 640,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement benefits

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Industrial Engineer in Nelspruit with a strong background in quality systems and SPC to drive process control and continuous improvement across manufacturing operations.

You will collaborate with production, QA, and R&D teams to embed quality throughout the product lifecycle, develop CAPA programs, and lead audits and training initiatives. A Six Sigma Green/Black Belt is a strong advantage.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in industrial engineering with focus on quality systems and process control.
• Strong knowledge of ISO 9001, SPC, and quality management principles.
• Experience with root cause analysis tools (e.g., 5 Whys, Fishbone diagrams).
• Proficiency in data analysis and reporting using Excel, Minitab, or similar.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and manage quality management systems (ISO 9001) and ensure ongoing compliance.
• Apply and maintain SPC methodologies to monitor process variability.
• Analyze quality data, identify root causes, and implement CAPA.
• Lead continuous improvement projects to reduce waste and improve quality.
• Collaborate with production and engineering to integrate quality into design and development.
• Develop and deliver training on quality systems, SPC, and problem-solving techniques.
• Conduct internal audits of manufacturing processes and quality systems.
• Prepare quality performance reports and present findings to management.
• Work with suppliers to ensure quality of incoming materials and components.
• Champion a culture of quality consciousness across the organization.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Quality mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Excel

Minitab

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Industrial Engineer in Nelspruit with a strong background in quality systems and SPC to drive process control and continuous improvement across manufacturing operations.

You will collaborate with production, QA, and R&D teams to embed quality throughout the product lifecycle, develop CAPA programs, and lead audits and training initiatives. A Six Sigma Green/Black Belt is a strong advantage.