Quality Engineering Manager

ALC; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 700 000 - 900 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing firm in South Africa is seeking an experienced Quality Engineering Manager to head quality and product safety execution. The successful candidate should possess a degree in Quality or Engineering and over 8 years of experience in manufacturing quality, particularly in food and FMCG sectors. The role involves leading teams, ensuring process control, and addressing quality-related issues. The company is committed to transformation and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals.

Qualifications

• 8–10+ years in manufacturing quality, including food or FMCG environments.
• Proven track record leading quality teams in operational settings.
• Strong working knowledge of quality management standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day quality and product safety execution.
• Manage and develop Quality Supervisor and Inspectors.
• Execute HARA- and FMEA-driven product safety measures.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-Solving

Communication

Negotiation

Analytical Skills

Education

Degree in Quality, Engineering, or related technical discipline

Tools

BRCGS

ISO9001

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Quality Engineering Manager (QEM) to lead Quality and Product Safety execution within our manufacturing environment. Reporting to the General Manager Manufacturing, the successful candidate will ensure robust process control and drive effective corrective actions to deliver OTIFARQ- On Time, In Full, At the Right Quality.

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To qualify for this position, you should meet the following entry criteria

• Degree (minimum): Quality, Engineering, or related technical discipline.
• Experience: 8–10+ years in manufacturing quality, including food, food packaging, or related FMCG environments.
• Leadership: Proven track record leading quality teams in operational settings.
• Technical Knowledge: Strong working knowledge of BRCGS and ISO9001.
• Expertise: Demonstrated experience in Process Control, NCR Management, and CAPA execution.
• Communication & Interpersonal Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication, with strong listening and questioning abilities.
• Negotiation: Ability to influence and drive results across teams.
• Problem-Solving & Decision-Making: Excellent analytical and decision-making skills.
• Planning & Organisation: Strong ability to plan, organise, and manage multiple priorities efficiently.
• Presentation: Confident in delivering presentations and engaging with stakeholders.
• Conflict Management: Ability to manage conflicts and facilitate positive outcomes.

Key deliverables of the role

• Lead day-to-day quality and product safety execution.
• Manage and develop Quality Supervisor, Line Leaders, and Inspectors.
• Ensure effective process control, in-process inspection, and release decisions.
• Execute and embed HARA- and FMEA-driven product safety and quality risk controls in operations.
• Drive containment, root cause analysis, and effective corrective/ preventative actions for internal incidents and customer complaints.
• Ensure 100% completion of QCP / OPRP and critical quality checks.
• Manage quality-related production stoppages and escalations.
• Interface with production, engineering, and maintenance to prevent recurrence.
• Coordinate contractor activities operationally where they impact quality or safety.
• Support audits through strong execution and evidence on the floor.

If you are interested in applying for this position and meet the criteria listed above, please email a copy of your detailed CV to [e-mail]

ALC is committed to transformation and Employment Equity. Preference will be given to candidates from designated groups as per our Employment Equity Plan. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals, including persons with disabilities.