Quality Trainee/Intern

EdUpStairs; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Forvia in Port Elizabeth is seeking a Quality Graduate to drive process control and continuous improvement, ensuring products meet customer requirements. You will support the Quality Manager, facilitate FMEA and PPAP activity, and apply IAFT 16949 across operations while developing strong data-analysis skills.

The 12‑month graduate program offers exposure to quality systems, SPC, audits, and cross-functional collaboration within a global automotive environment, with a path toward professional

Qualifications

• NDIP or B-Tech in Mechanical/Industrial Engineering.
• Knowledge / understanding of Quality Core tools.
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
• Strong customer satisfaction orientation.

Responsibilities

• Implement process control programs to assure finished goods meet customer requirements.
• Lead continuous improvement using quality tools and data analysis.
• Manage multiple projects from feasibility to post-launch quality assessment.
• Facilitate FMEA with Engineering and APQP activities; monitor status.
• Develop, implement and maintain Statistical Process Control techniques.
• Ensure IAFT 16949 system compliance and promote consistency.
• Investigate defects and recommend corrective actions.
• Maintain customer complaint log and support 8D/problem-solving.
• Instruct/train personnel in audit/test techniques; update quality docs.
• Review production methods for quality compliance and improvement.
• Support PPAP runs and customer packages; act as customer representative.

Skills

Quality core tools

Analytical skills

Customer focus

Education

NDIP or B-Tech Mechanical/Industrial Engineering

Job description

Forvia, a sustainable mobility technology leader

We pioneer technology for mobility experience that matter to people.

Your mission, roles and responsibilities

Job title: Quality Graduate
Location: Port Elizabeth
Department: Quality
Reports to: FCM Quality Manager
Contract: 12 months contract as part of our Graduate program

Closing date for applications: 10 November 2026

Faurecia Clean Mobility (FCM) is a global player in the automotive industry. FCM South Africa is looking for a Quality Graduate to be based at our plant in Port Elizabeth.

MAIN PURPOSE OF THE JOB:
The Yes Graduate will responsible for implementing process control programs that will assure production of finished goods that meet or exceed customer-specified requirements. He/she leads continuous improvements by utilizing the appropriate quality tools and provide data analysis.

• Conduct multiple projects simultaneously ranging from feasibility phase to post launch quality assessment and throughout production life
• Facilitate Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA) with Engineering in conjunction with advanced quality-planning activities and monitor the status throughout production life
• Develop, implement and maintain Statistical Process Control techniques
• Assure compliance of the documented quality system (IAFT 16949) and promote consistency throughout the organization
• Conduct investigations to determine causes of defects, make recommendations for corrective action
• Maintain customer complaint log and facilitate and participate in multiple 8D’s and in the corrective action process; and ensure timeous feedback on the customer portals and Faurecia portals.
• Instruct and train personnel in techniques and use of audit and testing devices
• Monitor and revise quality documentation as required
• Review all production methods for compliance to quality standards and for improvement of product and quality standards
• Perform all responsibilities with IAFT 16949 system requirements
• Maintain customer specific requirements and audits
• Facilitate PPAP runs in plant and PPAP Packages with customers
• Act as customer representative in all customer activities

Your profile and competencies to succeed

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:
The ideal graduate will have/be:

• NDIP or B- Tech in Mechanical/Industrial Engineering
• Knowledge / understanding of Quality Core tools
• Strong analytical and problem solving-skills required
• Strong customer satisfaction orientation.

Only applicants who meet the minimum requirements will be considered for an interview. Should you not meet the minimum requirements or have not been contacted within 2 weeks of the closing date please consider your application unsuccessful.

Faurecia supports the principles embodied in the Employment Equity Act and as such, preference will be given to candidates who will add to the diversity of our organization.

What we can do for you

• At Forvia, you will find an engaging and dynamic environment where you can contribute to the development of sustainable mobility leading technologies.
• We are the seventh-largest global automotive supplier, employing more than 157,000 people in more than 40 countries which makes a lot of opportunity for career development.
• We welcome energetic and agile people who can thrive in a fast-changing environment. People who share our strong values. Team players with a collaborative mindset and a passion to deliver high standards for our clients. Lifelong learners. High performers. Globally minded people who aspire to work in a transforming industry, where excellence, speed, and quality count.
• We cultivate a learning environment, dedicating tools and resources to ensure we remain at the forefront of mobility. Our people enjoy an average of more than 22 hours of online and in-person training within FORVIA University (five campuses around the world)
• We offer a multicultural environment that values diversity and international collaboration. We believe that diversity is a strength. To create an inclusive culture where all forms of diversity create real value for the company, we have adopted gender diversity targets and inclusion action plans.
• Achieving CO2 Net Zero as a pioneer of the automotive industry is a priority: In June 2022, Forvia became the first global automotive group to be certified with the new SBTI Net-Zero Standard (the most ambitious standard of SBTi), aligned with the ambition of the 2015 Paris Agreement of limiting global warming to 1.5°C. Three principles guide our action:use less, use betteranduse longer, with a focus on recyclability and circular economy.

FORVIA, a global automotive technology supplier, comprises the complementary technology and industrial strengths of Faurecia and HELLA.

With over 137 500 people, including more than 12,000 R&D engineers across 40+ countries, FORVIA provides a unique and comprehensive approach to the automotive challenges of today and tomorrow.Composed of 6 business groups and a strong IP portfolio of over 12,400 patents, FORVIA is focused on becoming the preferred innovation and integration partner for OEMs worldwide.

In 2025, the Group achieved a consolidated revenue of 26.2 billion euros prior to IFRS 5. FORVIA SE is listed on the Euronext Paris market under the FRVIA mnemonic code and is a component of the SBF 120 index.

FORVIA aims to be a change maker committed to foreseeing and making the mobility transformation happen.www.forvia.com

City of Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa