Quality Engineer

6 days ago

Alberton Gauteng, South Africa Lehumo Ama Holdings (Pty) Ltd Full time R600 000 - R900 000 per year

Position: Quality Engineer (full time)

Reports to: Quality Manager

Subordinates: 3

Industry: Manufacturing

Salary: R R75 000 per month CTC

Closing date: 03 December 2025

One of the leaders in the manufacturing industry is looking for a Quality Engineer.

Minimum qualifications and requirements

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

· Black Belt qualification

· Certified Lead Auditor (IATF or ISO)

· 10 years of experience in automotive manufacturing quality roles

· Deep understanding of IATF 16949, ISO 9001, VDA 6.3 and customer-specific requirements

· Proven track record in auditing, APQP, PPAP, FMEA, MSA, SPC, and root cause analysis

· Proficient in reading engineering drawings

· Experience with German, Japanese, or American OEM requirements will be advantageous

Responsibilities and duties

Quality Management System (QMS) Leadership

· Maintain, update, and audit the QMS in line with IATF 16949, ISO 9001, and other industry-specific standards.

· Conduct gap analyses and lead continuous improvement initiatives.

· Facilitate internal audits and coordinate external audits (e.g., OEM, ISO).

Strategic Quality Planning

· Develop and implement plant-wide quality strategies aligned with business and customer objectives.

· Monitor key quality KPIs (PPM, scrap rate, cost of quality) and lead problem-solving teams to improve them.

Supplier Quality Management

· Oversee supplier quality audits and ensure compliance with incoming quality standards.

· Collaborate with purchasing and engineering to evaluate and qualify new suppliers.

Product & Process Validation

· Approve PPAPs, FMEAs, control plans, and process flow diagrams for new products or engineering changes.

· Support APQP and launch readiness for new model introductions and tooling changes.

Root Cause Analysis & Problem Solving

· Lead structured problem-solving using 8D, 5 Why, Fishbone, or similar tools.

· Drive corrective and preventive action (CAPA) implementation across departments.

Customer Quality Liaison

  • Act as the primary quality contact for OEM and Tier 1 customers.

  • Manage warranty analysis, field returns, and customer complaints using robust documentation and communication.

Training & Mentoring

· Coach and develop junior engineers, technicians, and quality inspectors.

· Deliver training on quality tools, standards, and systems across production teams.

Nature of the position

· The position is situated in an office environment with climate-controlled environment

· Exposure to plant environment (operating machinery, temperature, noise, odors, dust, drafts and chemicals used in the manufacture of the product) during daily activities and interactions as required in effectively communicating, training and coaching team members

· Office environment with appropriate office equipment, electronic systems (hardware & software) to effectively accomplish required work assignments and management of function.

· Sitting, standing, lifting (generally under 30 Kg's.), bending in performance of office related duties.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: R60 000,00 - R75 000,00 per month

Education:

  • Bachelors (Required)

Experience:

  • Automotive Manufacturing: 10 years (Required)
  • APQP, PPAP, FMEA, MSA, SPC,: 10 years (Required)

License/Certification:

  • Black Belt Sigma (Required)
  • Certified Lead Auditor (IATF or ISO) (Required)

Work Location: In person

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