Remote Quality Assurance Lead

Placements24; East London; Hybrid; ZAR 1,494,000 - 2,158,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Remote Quality Assurance Lead to champion quality standards across manufacturing operations. This fully remote role demands leading virtual teams, implementing QA strategies, and ensuring product conformity with ISO 9001 and AS9100 requirements.

You will drive continuous improvement, analyze data for trends, and guide cross-functional collaboration with production, engineering, and R&D.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical field.
• Extensive QA experience in manufacturing with leadership.
• Knowledge of quality management systems (ISO 9001, AS9100).
• Proficiency in statistical analysis and problem-solving methodologies.
• Experience with quality auditing and compliance.
• Excellent remote leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive QA strategies and policies.
• Lead and manage a remote QA team.
• Oversee quality standards and procedures.
• Conduct remote audits of manufacturing processes and systems.
• Analyze quality data, identify trends, and drive corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with industry regulations and certifications.
• Collaborate with production, engineering, and R&D to resolve issues.
• Drive continuous quality improvement initiatives.
• Train and mentor team members on QA practices.
• Report quality performance to senior management.

Skills

Quality leadership

Statistical analysis

Root cause analysis

Remote team management

Quality auditing

Process improvement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical field

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Remote Quality Assurance Lead to champion quality standards across their manufacturing operations. This is a fully remote position, offering the flexibility to work from anywhere while driving critical quality initiatives. The ideal candidate will have a profound understanding of quality management systems, statistical analysis, and process auditing, with a strong ability to lead and inspire teams virtually. You will be responsible for developing and implementing QA strategies, ensuring product conformity, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement in quality across the organization. This role requires exceptional leadership and communication skills to effectively manage remote teams and collaborate with various stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive quality assurance strategies and policies.
• Lead and manage a team of Quality Assurance professionals remotely.
• Oversee the establishment and maintenance of quality standards and procedures.
• Conduct remote audits and assessments of manufacturing processes and systems.
• Analyze quality data, identify trends, and implement corrective and preventative actions.
• Ensure compliance with relevant industry regulations and certifications.
• Collaborate with production, engineering, and R&D teams to resolve quality issues.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives in quality management.
• Train and mentor team members on quality best practices and methodologies.
• Report on quality performance and key metrics to senior management.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality Management, or a related technical field.
• Extensive experience in Quality Assurance within a manufacturing environment, with demonstrated leadership experience.
• In-depth knowledge of quality management systems (e.g., ISO 9001, AS9100).
• Proficiency in statistical analysis, root cause analysis, and problem-solving methodologies.
• Experience with quality auditing and compliance.
• Excellent remote leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a virtual environment.
• Proficiency with quality management software and tools.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., ASQ Certified Quality Engineer) are highly preferred.

Benefits

This fully remote role offers a competitive executive salary, the flexibility to work from home, and the chance to lead quality initiatives for a leading manufacturing company. Our client provides a comprehensive benefits package, including excellent health insurance, a retirement plan, and ample opportunities for professional development. Join a company that values quality, innovation, and remote work flexibility.