Quality Systems Engineer: ISO 9001 & Continuous Improvement

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 680,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Provident fund

Paid annual leave

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an accomplished Industrial Engineer with a strong background in quality systems to join our client in Mahikeng, North West. You will implement and manage ISO 9001 QMS, drive continuous improvement, and ensure adherence to quality standards across production processes.

Responsibilities include audits, training, data analysis, and collaboration with engineering, production, and procurement to resolve quality issues.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial or Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in industrial engineering focusing on quality assurance and QMS.
• Experience implementing ISO 9001 certified QMS.
• Strong knowledge of SPC and quality tools.
• Analytical, problem-solving, and methodical root-cause analysis skills.
• Experience with quality audits and reporting.
• Proficient in data analysis software and tools.
• Excellent communication, training, and teamwork abilities.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a manufacturing setting (Mahikeng).
• CQE certification is highly advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain the Quality Management System (QMS) aligned with ISO 9001.
• Analyze production data and quality metrics to identify defects and inefficiencies.
• Lead continuous improvement projects to enhance product quality and reduce waste.
• Conduct internal audits and support external audits for compliance.
• Develop and implement quality control procedures on the production floor.
• Train staff on quality standards and best practices.
• Collaborate with engineering, production, and procurement to resolve quality issues.
• Monitor supplier quality and address incoming material concerns.
• Prepare quality reports with trend analyses and corrective actions.
• Champion a culture of quality across the organization.

Skills

Quality assurance

Root cause analysis

Data analysis

Auditing

Communication

Training

Team collaboration

Continuous improvement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Quality management software

SPC charts

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an accomplished Industrial Engineer with a strong background in quality systems to join our client in Mahikeng, North West. You will implement and manage ISO 9001 QMS, drive continuous improvement, and ensure adherence to quality standards across production processes.

Responsibilities include audits, training, data analysis, and collaboration with engineering, production, and procurement to resolve quality issues.