Quality Engineer - Suppliers

Aeci Limited; Emfuleni Local Municipality; On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading chemical manufacturing company is seeking a Quality Engineer - Suppliers to ensure that products meet quality standards throughout the manufacturing lifecycle. This entry-level position will involve managing supplier audits, conducting root cause analyses on defects, and collaborating with procurement to enhance quality assurance processes. Ideal candidates will have a relevant degree in engineering or quality assurance and a strong analytical mindset.

Qualifications

• Entry-level position requiring relevant engineering or quality assurance degree.
• Strong analytical skills for effective problem-solving.
• Familiarity with quality metrics and supplier management processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead quality assurance activities with suppliers, addressing non-conformance and compliance issues.
• Conduct audits and root cause analysis on supplier defects.
• Develop and manage improvement plans and monitor supplier performance.

Skills

Root Cause Analysis

Supplier Management

Quality Assurance

Auditing

Education

Degree in Engineering or Quality Assurance

Job description

Join to apply for the Quality Engineer - Suppliers role at AECI Limited.This role involves leading, developing, and enforcing quality activities at our suppliers to ensure reliable products are delivered on time, meeting quality standards, and manufactured with capable processes.

Responsibilities include managing non-conformance and non-compliance issues to prevent recurrence.Key Responsibilities : Work closely with suppliers, including travel to their facilities.Perform Root Cause Analysis on supplier-caused defects and ensure corrective and preventive actions are implemented promptly.Develop and manage supplier improvement plans to meet quality performance targets.Lead and maintain close interactions with suppliers during critical quality issues.Collaborate with procurement and incoming goods inspection to support daily operations.Countersign concessions for parts used without risk, as needed.Manage suppliers to meet APQP requirements for New Product Implementation projects.Ensure timely delivery of PPAPs for all supplied parts and sign-off to authorize release.Conduct supplier audits to verify manufacturing capabilities and compliance, defining improvement actions.Create visit reports and KPIs to monitor supplier performance against commitments.Manage supplier performance data and input into monitoring databases.Work with internal teams to monitor part performance and address issues through root cause analysis and improvements.Participate in supplier evaluations and risk assessments periodically.Lead the identification, evaluation, and qualification of new suppliers based on quality metrics.Perform regular supplier audits and address any quality issues identified.Monitor corrective actions to ensure effective resolution of quality issues.Engage in new product development projects, ensuring quality standards are integrated into design and manufacturing.Ensure ongoing compliance with quality standards throughout the manufacturing lifecycle and suggest supplier-level improvements.Additional Details : Seniority level : Entry levelEmployment type : Full-timeJob function : Quality AssuranceIndustry : Chemical Manufacturing