Senior Quality Engineer - IATF 16949/ISO 9001/VDA Expert

Permanent; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 900 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive manufacturing firm in Johannesburg is seeking a Quality Manager with over 10 years of experience in quality roles within the automotive sector. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in IATF 16949 and ISO 9001, along with certification as a Lead Auditor. Responsibilities include maintaining the QMS, developing quality strategies, and leading problem-solving initiatives to enhance quality performance.

Qualifications

• At least 10 years of experience in automotive manufacturing quality roles.
• Deep understanding of IATF 16949 and ISO 9001.
• Proven track record in auditing and root cause analysis.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and audit the QMS in line with IATF 16949.
• Develop plant-wide quality strategies aligned with objectives.
• Lead structured problem-solving using tools like 8D and Fishbone.

Skills

Lead Auditor (IATF or ISO)

Six Sigma Black Belt

Reading engineering drawings

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

BSc / BEng / BTech in Mechanical, Industrial, or Quality Engineering

Black Belt qualification

Job description

A leading automotive manufacturing firm in Johannesburg is seeking a Quality Manager with over 10 years of experience in quality roles within the automotive sector. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in IATF 16949 and ISO 9001, along with certification as a Lead Auditor. Responsibilities include maintaining the QMS, developing quality strategies, and leading problem-solving initiatives to enhance quality performance.