Quality Systems Engineer: Iso 9001, Capa & Audits

Placements24; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 650,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Professional development

Retirement plan

Job summary

Placements24 in Mossel Bay seeks a meticulous Quality Systems Engineer to develop, implement, and maintain a robust QMS, driving continuous improvement with manufacturing and engineering to ensure product conformity and customer satisfaction.

Requires a Bachelor's in Industrial or Mechanical Engineering, 4+ years in quality engineering, ISO 9001 knowledge, and strong SPC, FMEA, and Root Cause Analysis skills, plus excellent analytical and documentation abilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a technical field (Industrial/Mechanical Engineering).
• Minimum 4 years of quality engineering or quality systems experience.
• Proven experience implementing/maintaining ISO 9001 or equivalent standards.
• Strong SPC, FMEA, Root Cause Analysis and quality-tool proficiency.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving and documentation skills; auditing experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement and maintain the Quality Management System (QMS) in line with ISO 9001.
• Perform internal audits to verify QMS compliance and identify improvements.
• Analyze quality data to identify trends and implement CAPA.
• Create and manage quality control procedures and inspection plans for materials and products.
• Train and mentor staff on quality procedures and best practices.
• Collaborate with engineering and production to ensure quality throughout the lifecycle.

Skills

Statistical process control

FMEA

Root Cause Analysis

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

ISO 9001 knowledge

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a meticulous and experienced Quality Systems Engineer to join their dedicated team in Mossel Bay. This crucial role involves developing, implementing, and maintaining robust quality management systems to ensure product conformity and customer satisfaction. You will be responsible for driving continuous improvement initiatives within the quality framework, working closely with manufacturing and engineering departments. This position requires a strong understanding of quality standards and regulations, coupled with excellent analytical and problem-solving skills to uphold the highest levels of product integrity.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain the organization’s Quality Management System (QMS) in accordance with relevant standards (e.g., ISO 9001).
• Conduct internal audits to assess compliance with QMS requirements and identify areas for improvement.
• Analyze quality data, identify trends, and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
• Develop and manage quality control procedures and inspection plans for incoming materials and finished products.
• Train and mentor personnel on quality procedures and best practices.
• Collaborate with engineering and production teams to ensure product quality throughout the lifecycle.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in quality engineering or quality systems management.
• Proven experience in implementing and maintaining ISO 9001 or other relevant quality standards.
• Strong understanding of statistical process control (SPC) and quality tools (e.g., FMEA, Root Cause Analysis).
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and documentation skills.
• Experience with auditing and certification processes is highly desirable.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Opportunities for professional development and advanced quality certifications.
• Retirement savings plan.
• A commitment to fostering a high-quality workplace culture.