Remote Quality Assurance Engineer – Manufacturing

Placements24; Gqeberha; Hybrid; ZAR 480,000 - 720,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health/dental/vision insurance

Remote work arrangement

Paid time off

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a dedicated Quality Assurance Engineer to join our remote-first team. You will develop and implement robust QA plans, conduct inspections, and drive CAPA to prevent defects, while ensuring regulatory compliance and continuous improvement across manufacturing processes.

The role emphasizes remote collaboration, analytical rigor, and a strong understanding of quality management principles to enhance product excellence and customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial or Chemical) or related field.
• Minimum 3 years of quality assurance/quality control in manufacturing.
• Knowledge of QMS (ISO 9001) and Six Sigma.
• Experience with SPC and data analysis.
• Proficiency with quality measurement tools.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive quality assurance plans and procedures.
• Conduct routine inspections and audits of manufacturing processes and products.
• Perform product testing and analysis to identify defects and deviations from specifications.
• Analyze quality data to identify trends, root causes, and opportunities for improvement.
• Implement CAPA to address quality issues.
• Ensure compliance with ISO 9001 and other regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with production, engineering, and R&D teams to resolve quality problems.
• Maintain quality records and documentation.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of quality management systems.
• Train and guide production personnel on quality standards and procedures.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Communication (remote)

Education

Engineering degree

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a dedicated Quality Assurance Engineer to join our remote-first team. You will develop and implement robust QA plans, conduct inspections, and drive CAPA to prevent defects, while ensuring regulatory compliance and continuous improvement across manufacturing processes.

The role emphasizes remote collaboration, analytical rigor, and a strong understanding of quality management principles to enhance product excellence and customer satisfaction.