Supply Quality Technician

Execustaff Recruiting Services; Pietermaritzburg; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Supply Quality Technician in Pietermaritzburg. The role involves solving supplier quality issues, coordinating approvals, and ensuring compliance with quality standards. Ideal candidates will have significant experience in Supplier Quality within the automotive industry and a relevant qualification.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in Supplier Quality/Quality Assurance in the automotive industry.
• At least 2 years in a similar role.
• Excellent communication skills at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Solve supplier quality issues and ensure effective implementation of quality control measures.
• Coordinate parts and process approval submissions according to milestones.
• Monitor completion of post-production type tests for supplies.

Skills

Problem Solving

Communication

Initiative

Technical Drawing Interpretation

Education

Grade 12

Diploma or Degree in Mechanical or Quality

Qualified VDA 6.3 Process Auditor

Qualified IATF16949 internal and 3rd party Process Auditor

Tools

Microsoft Office

APQP

PPAP

SPC

FMEA

Control Plan

Job description

SUMMARY :

We are looking for a Supply Quality Technician for the Pietermaritzburg area.

POSITION INFO :

Roles & Responsibilities Overview :

• Solve supplier quality issues and ensure the effective implementation of corresponding quality control measures.
• Identify and evaluate potential risks and problems related to supplier quality, track and urge the completion of recertification / requalification (PPAP), and promote continuous improvement to enhance the supplier’s product quality and process capability.
• Coordinate parts and process approval submissions according to milestones and release them accurately to production at SOP.
• Establish and update the Supplier Quality Agreement with suppliers to ensure they meet relevant requirements.
• Responsible for PPAP approval of suppliers before mass production, according to submission requirements.
• Formulate incoming product inspection documents and conduct on-the-job training and assessments for inspection personnel.
• Respond promptly to supplier quality problems identified in procurement, site, or customer feedback, implement containment measures, and follow up to resolve issues (SCARS).
• Monitor the completion of post-production type tests for supplies.
• Evaluate products, develop steps, and conduct process audits after supply consultation.
• Manage key and risk suppliers through process audits and self-assessments.
• Collect and summarize supplier performance data to improve product quality and process capability (Customer Scorecards).
• Ensure work ability meets specific customer requirements.
• Utilize quality tools such as APQP, PPAP, SPC, MSA, FMEA, Control Plan.
• Familiar with IATF16949 quality system standard.
• Understand related products and processes.
• Adopt a process approach and problem-solving mindset.
• Participate in inspection and testing of procured products/services when necessary.
• Ensure suppliers meet deliverables requirements and are knowledgeable of customer-specific requirements.

Knowledge & Skills :

• Experience with quality tools: APQP, PPAP, SPC, MSA, FMEA, Ishikawa, 5WHY, Control Plan, IMTE, Calibration, Drawings, Specifications.
• Experience with IATF16949 & VDA6.3 quality standards.
• Process auditing experience per VDA6.3 and IATF16949.
• Knowledge of automotive components and related processes preferred.
• Initiative and ability to work independently and in teams.
• Excellent communication skills at all levels.
• Quick learner with technical problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Knowledge of steel and plastic forming technologies preferred.
• Willing to travel for supplier concerns or audits.

Internal Customers include: Production, Support Structures, Purchasing, Finance.

Job Specification

Technical skills and specialist knowledge :

• Proficiency in MS Office and problem-solving tools.
• Knowledge of APQP, PPAP, SPC, MSA, FMEA, Ishikawa, 5WHY, Control Plan, IMTE, Calibration, Specifications.
• Understanding of GD & T and ability to interpret technical drawings.

Experience :

• Minimum 5 years in Supplier Quality/Quality Assurance in the automotive industry.
• At least 2 years in a similar role.

Qualifications :

• Grade 12 (mandatory).
• Diploma or Degree in Mechanical or Quality (preferred).
• Qualified VDA 6.3 Process Auditor.
• Qualified IATF16949 internal and 3rd party Process Auditor.
• Experience with core tools, SPC & MSA.