Quality Manager

JVR Software; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Job summary

JVR Software is seeking a senior Quality Manager to design, implement and continuously improve the Quality Management System across manufacturing operations. You will ensure ISO/IATF compliance, lead audits, and drive corrective actions while mentoring the Quality team.

You will collaborate with Engineering, Production and Supply Chain to enhance product quality, reduce defects and optimize processes. A 7–10 year quality background is preferred in manufacturing.

Qualifications

• Must be tech-savvy (Quality Management Systems)
• Bachelor’s Degree in Quality Management, or a related field.
• An advanced diploma in Quality Management would be advantageous.
• Minimum 7 to 10 years’ experience in Quality within manufacturing.
• Minimum 3 years’ Management exp.
• Strong knowledge ISO 9001, ISO 17025, APQP, PPAP, FMEA, MSA, Control Plans, and auditing principles.
• The ideal candidate would come from a production/process engineering background.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement and continuously improve the Quality Management System.
• Ensure compliance with ISO, IATF, customer, and statutory requirements.
• Oversee quality assurance activities across the manufacturing process.
• Manage product inspections, non-conforming products, corrective actions, and preventive actions.
• Lead root cause investigations using methodologies such as 8D, 5 Why, Kaizen, and FMEA.
• Develop and implement quality metrics, KPIs, and reporting to monitor business performance.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to reduce defects, waste, and process variation.
• Manage customer complaints, supplier quality issues, and customer specific requirements.
• Conduct internal process, product, and system audits and ensure audit readiness.
• Support new product introductions through APQP, PPAP, and risk-based quality planning.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Production, and Supply Chain to improve product quality and manufacturing efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory, customer, and internal quality standards.
• Prepare and manage departmental budgets and quality improvement initiatives.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the Quality team while promoting a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence.

Skills

Quality Management Systems

Leadership / Management

ISO 9001

ISO 17025

APQP

PPAP

FMEA

MSA

Control Plans

Auditing

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Quality Management

Advanced Diploma in Quality Management

Job description

Minimum Requirements

• Must be tech-savvy (Quality Management Systems)
• Bachelor’s Degree in Quality Management, or a related field.
• An advanced diploma in Quality Management would be advantageous.
• Minimum 7 to 10 years’ experience in Quality within manufacturing.
• Minimum 3 years’ Management exp.
• Strong knowledge ISO 9001, ISO 17025, APQP, PPAP, FMEA, MSA, Control Plans, and auditing principles.
• The ideal candidate would come from a production/process engineering background.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement and continuously improve the Quality Management System.
• Ensure compliance with ISO, IATF, customer, and statutory requirements.
• Oversee quality assurance activities across the manufacturing process.
• Manage product inspections, non-conforming products, corrective actions, and preventive actions.
• Lead root cause investigations using methodologies such as 8D, 5 Why, Kaizen, and FMEA.
• Develop and implement quality metrics, KPIs, and reporting to monitor business performance.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to reduce defects, waste, and process variation.
• Manage customer complaints, supplier quality issues, and customer specific requirements.
• Conduct internal process, product, and system audits and ensure audit readiness.
• Support new product introductions through APQP, PPAP, and risk-based quality planning.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Production, and Supply Chain to improve product quality and manufacturing efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory, customer, and internal quality standards.
• Prepare and manage departmental budgets and quality improvement initiatives.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the Quality team while promoting a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence.

Minimum Requirements

• Must be tech-savvy (Quality Management Systems)
• Bachelor’s Degree in Quality Management, or a related field.
• An advanced diploma in Quality Management would be advantageous.
• Minimum 7 to 10 years’ experience in Quality within manufacturing.
• Minimum 3 years’ Management exp.
• Strong knowledge ISO 9001, ISO 17025, APQP, PPAP, FMEA, MSA, Control Plans, and auditing principles.
• The ideal candidate would come from a production/process engineering background.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement and continuously improve the Quality Management System.
• Ensure compliance with ISO, IATF, customer, and statutory requirements.
• Oversee quality assurance activities across the manufacturing process.
• Manage product inspections, non-conforming products, corrective actions, and preventive actions.
• Lead root cause investigations using methodologies such as 8D, 5 Why, Kaizen, and FMEA.
• Develop and implement quality metrics, KPIs, and reporting to monitor business performance.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to reduce defects, waste, and process variation.
• Manage customer complaints, supplier quality issues, and customer specific requirements.
• Conduct internal process, product, and system audits and ensure audit readiness.
• Support new product introductions through APQP, PPAP, and risk-based quality planning.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Production, and Supply Chain to improve product quality and manufacturing efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory, customer, and internal quality standards.
• Prepare and manage departmental budgets and quality improvement initiatives.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the Quality team while promoting a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence.

Key Competencies

• Quality Management Systems
• Continuous Improvement
• Root Cause Analysis
• Customer and Supplier Quality Management
• Reporting
• ISO and IATF Compliance
• Internal Auditing
• Process Optimisation
• Risk Management
• Leadership and Team Development
• Analytical and Problem Solving Skills
• Stakeholder Management
• Excellent Communication Skills
• Attention to Detail
• Decision Making
• Project Management