Quality Systems Engineer

Placements24; East London; On-site; ZAR 480,000 - 720,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Wellness programs

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a meticulous Quality Systems Engineer for their Queenstown-based team. The role focuses on developing, implementing, and auditing QMS to ensure ISO 9001 compliance and product excellence.

You will drive CAPA initiatives and deliver training across departments to support continuous quality improvement. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in quality assurance, sharp analytical skills, and proven auditing capabilities to sustain customer trust and regulatory

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Quality Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in quality assurance or quality engineering roles.
• Proven experience implementing ISO 9001 or other relevant quality standards.
• Strong knowledge of quality tools (SPC, FMEA) and CAPA processes.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain the Quality Management System (QMS) per ISO 9001 or similar standards.
• Conduct internal audits to assess compliance and identify improvement opportunities.
• Investigate non-conformances, identify root causes, and implement CAPA.
• Develop and deliver quality training across departments.
• Analyze quality data, generate reports, and recommend improvement strategies.
• Collaborate with production and engineering to uphold quality throughout the lifecycle.

Skills

Quality assurance

ISO 9001

SPC

FMEA

CAPA

Auditing

Data analysis

Report writing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Quality Management

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a meticulous Quality Systems Engineer to join their team in Queenstown . This role is crucial for maintaining and improving the integrity and effectiveness of the company's quality management systems. You will be responsible for developing, implementing, and auditing quality processes to ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations. The ideal candidate possesses a strong background in quality assurance, a keen eye for detail, and the ability to drive continuous improvement in quality performance. This position plays a vital role in upholding product excellence and customer satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain the company's Quality Management System (QMS) in accordance with relevant standards (e.g., ISO 9001).
• Conduct internal audits to assess compliance and identify areas for improvement within quality processes.
• Investigate product and process non-conformances, identifying root causes and implementing corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
• Develop and deliver quality training programs to employees across different departments.
• Analyze quality data, generate reports, and recommend strategies for enhancing overall quality performance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including production and engineering, to ensure quality standards are met throughout the product lifecycle.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering , Quality Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in quality assurance or quality engineering roles.
• Proven experience in implementing and managing ISO 9001 or other relevant quality standards.
• Strong knowledge of quality tools, methodologies (e.g., SPC, FMEA), and CAPA processes.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and auditing skills.
• Effective communication and report-writing abilities.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunity to work with a dedicated quality team in a reputable organization.
• Professional development and training in quality management systems.
• A stable work environment with a focus on high standards.
• Contribution to ensuring product excellence and customer trust.
• Company-sponsored wellness programs.