Remote Quality Assurance Engineer - Manufacturing

Placements24; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work stipend

Health insurance

Flexible hours

Paid time off

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a meticulous Remote Quality Assurance Engineer to lead QA for our distributed manufacturing support team. You will develop, implement, and maintain QA strategies from a remote setting, ensuring products meet stringent quality standards and regulatory requirements.

You will collaborate with on-site teams to audit processes, analyze defects, and drive continuous improvement using ISO 9001 and SPC principles.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality Management or related.
• Minimum 5 years experience in Quality Assurance in manufacturing.
• Proficient with ISO 9001 and SPC concepts.
• Strong analytical and remote collaboration skills.
• Proficient in QA software and data analysis tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute QA plans and test cases for manufacturing processes.
• Analyze defects and implement corrective actions to improve quality.
• Collaborate with engineering and production to resolve quality issues.
• Monitor and audit processes for compliance with standards.
• Prepare reports on quality metrics, tests, and improvements.
• Stay updated with QA best practices and industry advancements.

Skills

QA tools

SPC

ISO 9001

Data analysis

Remote collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Quality Management or related

Tools

QA software tools

Data analysis software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a meticulous and experienced Remote Quality Assurance Engineer to join their distributed manufacturing support team. In this role, you will be responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining comprehensive quality assurance strategies for their manufacturing processes, entirely from a remote setting. You will work closely with on-site teams to ensure products meet stringent quality standards and regulatory requirements. This is an ideal opportunity for a QA professional who excels in a remote environment and has a deep understanding of quality control in manufacturing.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute detailed quality assurance plans and test cases for manufacturing processes.
• Analyze product defects and implement corrective actions to improve overall quality.
• Collaborate with engineering and production teams to resolve quality-related issues.
• Monitor and audit manufacturing processes to ensure compliance with established standards and regulations.
• Prepare detailed reports on quality metrics, test results, and improvement recommendations.
• Stay current with industry best practices and advancements in quality assurance methodologies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in Quality Assurance within the manufacturing sector.
• Proven experience with quality management systems (e.g., ISO 9001) and statistical process control (SPC).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with meticulous attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills for effective remote teamwork.
• Proficiency in QA software tools and data analysis software.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and remote work stipend.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Flexible working hours and a work-from-home setup.
• Generous paid time off and opportunities for continued professional development.
• Access to cutting-edge technology and a supportive virtual team environment.