Quality Lead – Automotive Manufacturing

MyCareerCraft; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 540,000; Full time

Job summary

MyCareerCraft is seeking a Quality Assurance specialist to ensure products meet quality standards on the production floor. You will work with cross-functional teams to manage defects, drive improvements, and support inspectors with daily checks across the manufacturing line.

The role requires a Grade 12 with Maths and Science, a QA certificate, a quality/engineering diploma, and a Six Sigma Green Belt, plus 3-5 years in automotive or similar manufacturing environments and supervisory experience.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 with Maths and Science required.
• Certificate in Quality Assurance is required.
• Diploma in Quality/Engineering preferred.
• Six Sigma Green Belt certification is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Check that products meet internal and industry quality requirements.
• Validate improvements, process changes and new product launches.
• Perform Layered Process Audits.
• Help find root causes of defects and drive corrective actions.
• Support daily production meetings and help resolve out-of-control issues.
• Monitor product characteristics using statistical tools.
• Supervise and guide product and process inspectors.
• Review inspection records and ensure proper record keeping.
• Assist with customer complaints and defect reduction plans.
• Attend scrap meetings and provide weekly quality updates.
• Help maintain Control Plans and take part in FMEA teams.
• Ensure safety rules are followed and promote a positive safety culture.

Skills

Root cause analysis

Statistical tools

Team supervision

MS Office

Quality systems

Education

Grade 12 with Maths and Science

Certificate in Quality Assurance

Quality/Engineering diploma

Six Sigma Green Belt

Tools

MS Excel

Statistical software (e.g., Minitab/SPC)

Job description

MyCareerCraft is seeking a Quality Assurance specialist to ensure products meet quality standards on the production floor. You will work with cross-functional teams to manage defects, drive improvements, and support inspectors with daily checks across the manufacturing line.

The role requires a Grade 12 with Maths and Science, a QA certificate, a quality/engineering diploma, and a Six Sigma Green Belt, plus 3-5 years in automotive or similar manufacturing environments and supervisory experience.