Temp Quality Engineer

Tych Business Solutions; Kariega; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 450 000; Full time

Job summary

An automotive solutions provider in Kariega is seeking a Quality Engineer to assure that motor vehicle components meet specifications throughout their life cycle. Responsibilities include managing the qualifying program for new parts, implementing improvements to correct deviations, and testing components. A National Diploma in Mechanical Engineering and a minimum of 3 years pertinent experience in manufacturing are essential. You should possess strong analytical skills and technical knowledge of vehicle systems.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years relevant work experience in the manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of Quality Tools and part manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

• Initiate and manage the Qualifying Program for new part introduction.
• Test and evaluate the performance of parts according to specification.
• Implement continuous improvement processes.

Skills

In-depth knowledge of applicable motor vehicle parts

Strong analytical ability

Ability to effectively communicate

Computer literate (Ms Office)

Education

National Diploma /Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Quality Tools (e.g., DOE, SPC, FMEA, 8D)

Job description

Brief Role Description

To ensure that the motor vehicle components perform consistently to specification throughout the life cycle of the component by:

• Initiating and managing the Qualifying Program for new part introduction.
• Implement continuous improvement by identifying the root cause for part deviations from specification and correct the deviations in all phases of the life cycle of the part.
• Testing and evaluating the performance of parts according to specification.
• Provide the required Technical Expertise for complete parts in respect of material and function.
• Initiate design improvements for complex problems on parts

Possible Tasks within this Role

To ensure that the motor vehicle components perform consistently to specification throughout the life cycle of the component by:

• Initiating and managing the Qualifying Program for new part introduction.
• Implement continuous improvement by identifying the root cause for part deviation from specification and correct the deviation in all phases of the life cycle of the part.
• Testing and evaluating the performance of parts according to specification.
• Provide the required Technical Expertise for complete parts in respect of material and function.
• Initiate design improvements for complex problems on parts.
• Initiate local and CKD claims from suppliers.

Qualification requirements

• National Diploma /Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Experience needed

• Minimum of 3 years relevant work experience in the manufacturing environment

Essentials

• In-depth knowledge of applicable motor vehicle parts, their function, applicable specifications, part manufacturing processes and testing methods.
• Sound technical knowledge of motor vehicle components and systems.
• Knowledge and application of Quality Tools e.g. DOE, SPC, FMEA, 8D
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and related specifications.
• Strong analytical ability
• Computer literate (Ms Office)
• Ability to effectively communicate and present to all levels within the company and externally. (written and verbally)
• Ability to work independently.
• Have a valid driver license