Quality Coordinator

Giesecke & Devrient Gb Ltd.; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 500 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading quality management firm in South Africa is looking for a Quality Assurance Specialist to enhance production standards and reduce waste. Responsibilities include developing procedures, conducting inspections, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. Applicants should have a degree in QMS and relevant experience. Continuous improvement and problem-solving skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 1 – 3 years of experience in a Quality Assurance and Quality Control role.
• Hands-on experience working with ISO or similar QMS systems.
• Experience with internal audits and document control.

Responsibilities

• Develop quality standardised operating procedures.
• Support development and execution of quality control procedures.
• Conduct routine inspections and quality checks.
• Ensure quality documentation is up to date.
• Work with departments to resolve quality issues.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Education

Diploma or Bachelor's degree in QMS or related fields

Certification in Six Sigma or Lean Six Sigma

Job description

Alert Frequency and Location

Select how often (in days) to receive an alert : Location : Johannesburg, Gauteng, ZA

Purpose of the Job

Main responsibilities and focus is to control documented information and implement effective changes to boost production and reduce waste and cost at GDZAEP.

Ensure all departments follow the company's procedures and applicable regulatory standards.

To ensure employee participation and motivation in continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop quality standardised operating procedures and best practices.
• Support the development and execution of quality control procedures to ensure compliance with ISO and CQM standards.
• Conduct routine inspections and quality checks on products, materials, or processes, documenting findings accurately.
• Ensure all quality documentation is up to date and readily available for audits.
• Work closely with production, process engineering, and other departments to resolve quality issues.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and contribute ideas for process enhancements.
• Assist in root cause analysis for quality incidents and support implementation of improvements.
• Participate in the risk management committee, risk identification and analysis.
• Ensure the job goals are completed by striving for Quality, Trust and Security at all times.

Minimum Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor's degree in QMS or related fields.
• Certification in Six Sigma or Lean Six Sigma.
• 1 – 3 years of experience in a Quality Assurance and Quality Control role.
• Hands‑on experience working with ISO or similar QMS systems, including exposure to internal audits, document control and compliance monitoring.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Attention to detail and effective communication.