Quality Control Manager

Square 1 Recruitment

Gauteng

On-site

ZAR 900,000 - 1,100,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Cellphone allowance

Performance-based incentives

Job summary

Square 1 Recruitment partners with an established engineering organisation in the mineral processing and mining equipment sector to recruit a senior QC Manager. This hands-on leadership role oversees welding, fabrication, NDT and overall manufacturing quality to meet stringent international standards.

Reporting to the Contracts Director, you will drive QA strategy, manage non-conformances and coordinate FATs, inspections and continuous improvement across manufacturing and project execution.

Qualifications

Qualified in Mechanical/Metallurgical/Industrial Engineering or Quality Management.
IWI-S / IWI-C / CSWIP Welding Inspector, or equivalent.
ISO 9712 Level 2 in relevant NDT methods (VT, PT, MT and UT).
AMPP/NACE CIP Level 2 minimum.
Strong knowledge of ASME IX and ASME B31.3.

Responsibilities

Develop, implement and continuously improve quality control procedures and inspection processes.
Ensure compliance with the company's QMS and applicable quality standards.
Maintain quality procedures, inspection records and supporting documentation.
Drive continuous improvement across manufacturing and project execution.
Monitor quality performance, defects, rework, and quality-related costs.
Oversee inspections and testing across incoming, in-process and final stages.

Skills

Quality Control

Welding Inspection

NDT

Quality Management

ISO 9001

ASME Codes

Education

National Diploma or Degree in Mechanical/Metallurgical/Industrial Engineering, Quality Management

IWI-S / IWI-C / CSWIP Welding Inspector or equivalent

IWT/IWE qualification or strong welding knowledge (WPS/PQR/WPQ)

ISO 9712 Level 2 in relevant NDT methods (VT, PT, MT, UT)

AMPP/NACE CIP Level 2

Tools

ERP systems

Quality management software

Job description

Take the Lead on Quality in a High-Performance Engineering Environment

Are you an experienced Quality Control professional with strong expertise in fabrication, welding, NDT and manufacturing quality?

SQ1 Recruitment is partnering with an established engineering organisation operating within the mineral processing and mining equipment sector to appoint an experienced QC Manager. This is a senior, hands-on quality leadership role responsible for ensuring manufactured products, fabricated components, assemblies and project deliverables consistently meet stringent customer, engineering and international quality standards.

Reporting to the Contracts Director, you will lead the QC function, oversee inspections and testing throughout the manufacturing process, manage non-conformances and corrective actions, coordinate customer inspections and FATs, and champion continuous improvement across manufacturing and project execution.

This opportunity will suit a technically strong QC professional who understands the realities of an engineering workshop and can confidently engage with production teams, engineers, suppliers, customers and third-party inspectors.

Key Responsibilities

Quality Management

Develop, implement and continuously improve quality control procedures and inspection processes.
Ensure compliance with the company's Quality Management System (QMS) and applicable quality standards.
Maintain quality procedures, inspection records, reports and supporting documentation.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives across manufacturing and project execution.
Monitor quality performance, including defects, rework, customer complaints and quality-related costs.

Inspection, Testing & Manufacturing Quality

Oversee incoming, in-process and final inspections.
Ensure inspection and testing activities are completed in accordance with approved Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs).
Verify compliance with engineering drawings, customer specifications, applicable codes and standards.
Oversee quality requirements relating to welding, fabrication, machining, assembly and pressure equipment.
Ensure measuring and testing equipment is appropriately calibrated and maintained.
Maintain effective material identification and traceability throughout manufacturing.

Welding & NDT Quality

Provide technical oversight relating to welding procedures and qualifications, including WPS, PQR and WPQ.
Ensure relevant NDT activities are performed and evaluated in accordance with applicable requirements.
Apply knowledge of relevant pressure equipment, piping, welding and fabrication codes and standards.

Non-Conformance & Continuous Improvement

Investigate quality issues and non-conformances.
Lead structured Root Cause Analysis (RCA) activities.
Implement and monitor Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA).
Verify the effectiveness of corrective actions and identify opportunities to prevent recurrence.
Drive measurable improvements in first-pass acceptance, rework and overall quality performance.

Team Leadership

Lead, mentor and develop the Quality Control team.
Allocate inspection resources effectively across manufacturing and project activities.
Conduct performance evaluations and identify training and development requirements.
Build a culture centred on quality, accountability and continuous improvement.

Supplier Quality

Monitor and evaluate supplier quality performance.
Participate in supplier qualification and evaluation processes.
Review supplier inspection documentation, certificates and quality records.
Support supplier audits when required.

Customer & Project Quality

Liaise professionally with customers, consultants, inspectors and third-party inspection agencies.
Coordinate customer inspections and Factory Acceptance Tests (FATs).
Ensure project quality documentation is complete, accurate and submitted within required timelines.
Support project teams through manufacturing and commissioning phases.

Compliance, Audits & Reporting

Ensure compliance with applicable ISO standards, customer specifications, statutory requirements and industry regulations.
Plan and participate in internal and external quality audits.
Maintain audit records and ensure findings are closed within agreed timelines.
Prepare and present quality KPIs and performance reports to senior management.
Analyse trends and recommend practical quality and cost-improvement initiatives.

Requirements

Qualifications & Certifications

National Diploma or Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Metallurgical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Quality Management, or a related discipline.
IWI-S / IWI-C / CSWIP Welding Inspector, or equivalent.
IWT/IWE qualification or strong practical knowledge of welding procedures, WPS/PQR/WPQ.
ISO 9712 Level 2 in relevant NDT methods, with VT, PT, MT and UT as a minimum.
AMPP/NACE CIP Level 2 minimum.
Sound understanding and working knowledge of ASME Section VIII Division 1, ASME IX and ASME B31.3.

Experience

Solid quality control experience gained within a manufacturing, mining equipment or mineral processing environment (Fabrication / Welding).
At least 5 years' experience in a quality leadership or supervisory role.
Strong knowledge and practical application of Quality Management Systems.
Experience with ISO 9001:2015 requirements and implementation.
Strong knowledge of welding inspection, fabrication, machining, assembly and pressure equipment quality requirements.
Ability to interpret engineering drawings and detailed technical specifications.
Practical knowledge of inspection techniques, NDT and material traceability.
Proven experience coordinating customer inspections and FATs.
Experience applying root cause analysis and continuous improvement methodologies.

Technical Skills

Quality Management Systems (QMS)
ISO 9001:2015
Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs)
Root Cause Analysis (RCA)
Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA)
Welding and fabrication quality control
NDT principles and inspection methods
Statistical analysis and quality reporting
Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word and Project
ERP and quality management software
Document control systems

What We're Looking For

You are a confident quality leader who combines strong technical knowledge with the ability to manage people and stakeholders effectively. You should bring: