Quality Control Engineer

Placements24; Randburg; Hybrid; ZAR 480,000 - 720,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 in Randburg, South Africa, seeks a Quality Control Engineer to uphold product quality throughout the manufacturing lifecycle. You will develop, implement, and manage quality systems, work with SPC data, and drive continuous improvements to meet ISO 9001 standards.

The role requires a 5+ year background in quality control in manufacturing, a relevant degree, and strong analytical skills to identify defects and implement CAPA with production and engineering teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in quality control or quality assurance in a manufacturing environment.
• In-depth knowledge of QMS and Six Sigma methodologies.
• Proficiency in statistical process control (SPC) techniques and quality analysis tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive quality control plans and procedures for all production lines.
• Oversee the inspection and testing of raw materials, in-process components, and finished goods.
• Analyze quality data to identify trends, root causes of defects, and areas for improvement.
• Implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) to address quality issues and prevent recurrence.
• Ensure compliance with relevant quality standards and certifications (e.g., ISO 9001).
• Collaborate with production and engineering teams to resolve quality-related problems and improve processes.
• Conduct internal audits and supplier quality assessments.

Skills

Quality management principles

Analytical problem solving

Statistical data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a reputable manufacturing firm in Randburg , is seeking a diligent and experienced Quality Control Engineer to uphold and enhance their product quality standards. This role is essential for ensuring that all manufactured products meet rigorous quality specifications and customer expectations. You will be responsible for developing, implementing, and managing quality control systems, processes, and procedures throughout the production lifecycle. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of quality management principles, statistical process control, and possess excellent analytical and problem-solving skills to drive continuous improvement in product quality and manufacturing processes, ensuring excellence in the final output.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive quality control plans and procedures for all production lines.
• Oversee the inspection and testing of raw materials, in-process components, and finished goods.
• Analyze quality data to identify trends, root causes of defects, and areas for improvement.
• Implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) to address quality issues and prevent recurrence.
• Ensure compliance with relevant quality standards and certifications (e.g., ISO 9001).
• Collaborate with production and engineering teams to resolve quality-related problems and improve processes.
• Conduct internal audits and supplier quality assessments.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in quality control or quality assurance in a manufacturing environment.
• In-depth knowledge of quality management systems (QMS) and methodologies (e.g., ISO 9001, Six Sigma).
• Proficiency in statistical process control (SPC) techniques and quality analysis tools.