Quality Specialist

Dawning Truth; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 420 000 - 600 000; Full time

Job summary

A top electronics manufacturer in Johannesburg is seeking a Quality Specialist to tackle quality issues and improve processes. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in electronics and PCB manufacturing, with strong people and strategic skills. A background in quality management is essential, as well as qualifications in ISO or Six Sigma. The role offers a competitive salary and opportunities for career growth.

Benefits

Career growth opportunities

Opportunity to make an impact

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in electronics and PCB manufacturing.
• 3+ years experience in a quality management role in electronics and PCB manufacturing.
• In-depth understanding of ISO and Six Sigma.

Responsibilities

• Address supplier quality issues.
• Significantly reduce rework time.
• Implement TQM quality practices.

Skills

Guts and situational improvement

Exceptional people skills

Analytical skills

Strategic thinking

Quality metrics understanding

Collaboration skills

Education

Diploma or Degree in Electronics

ISO or Six Sigma Qualification

Job description

Top electronics manufacturer seeks Quality Specialist. Turnaround quality issues in the business. Hands‑on person.

Non‑Negotiables (We will check – No Chance Takers)

• Must have guts and the ability to improve the situation even if there is opposition
• At least 5 years experience in electronics and PCB manufacturing
• At least 3 years experience in a quality management role in electronics and PCB manufacturing – this must specifically include effective quality improvement products
• In depth understanding of ISO
• In depth understanding of quality metrics that specifically apply to electronics and PCB manufacturing
• Big picture strategic thinker
• Exceptional people skills. Reads people well. Manages own emotions well. Win‑win collaborator.
• Wants to make a difference in the role. Stable career history
• Strongly Beneficial – Exposure or certification in Six Sigma or equivalent
• Strongly Beneficial – Production experience

What the person must be able to do :

This role is in the South African metal products manufacturing industry. All duties would take place in this context.

• Address supplier quality issues
• Significantly reduce rework time
• Implement TQM
• Manufacturing process improvement
• People skills and interdepartmental harmonisation skills

Key Job Deliverables (First 6‑12 Months) :

• Address supplier quality issues. Currently PCB boards have a failure rate of 15‑30%. Get this down to 5% within 6 months and 1% within 12 months.
• 20% of available hours are being spent on rework. Get this down to 5% within 6 months and 1% within 12 months.
• Implement TQM quality practices in the business (Not a paper exercise)
• Implement managed SLAs with suppliers which includes test certifications
• Implement Electronics PCB test jigs and equipment at suppliers

Background work experience

• 5+ years experience in electronics and PCB manufacturing
• 3+ years experience in a quality management role in electronics and PCB manufacturing – this must specifically include effective quality improvement products
• ISO or Six Sigma Qualification
• Diploma or Degree in Electronics
• Proven track record in quality projects (we will check references)
• Strong interpersonal skills

Personality Summary :

• Moderate to High Driver – Results Orientated Go‑getter.
• Moderate to High Analytical – Strong with analysis, metrics, data and fact based decision making.
• Moderate Administrative – Good with procedures, processes and best practices.
• Advantageous – Moderate Expressive – People person, natural leader.

Benefits of this Role :

• Top German Multinational
• Strong opportunities for career growth and development
• Opportunity to make a difference and “leave your mark”

Reports to : Director

Location : Johannesburg North (Randburg Area)

Employment Equity : N / A

Salary : Market Related. In the Range of R420K to R600K per annum. Negotiable for exceptional candidates.

Type : Permanent

Start : ASAP

Reference : DT 135