Quality Specialist

Top electronics manufacturer seeks Quality Specialist to 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
• 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 SLA’s 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.