Overview
Position Title : Quality Assurance Manager; Department : Quality Assurance – Pinetown Division; Reports to : Plant Manager – Pinetown Division.
Required Minimum Qualifications
- Grade 12 plus a recognized Total Quality Management (TQM) systems related and / or tertiary technical qualification; Quality and Mechanical Engineering qualifications preferred; Senior management experience in a similar position and in the automotive industry. (Engine components experienced preferred).
- Computer literacy, especially Microsoft Packages.
- People Management Skills, Negotiation Skills, Facilitation Skills, Empathy, Business Acumen, Communication Skills, Strong Interpersonal Skills, Attention to Detail, Ethics, Confidentiality, Project Management Skills, Analytical Acumen.
Required Minimum Work Experience
5 – 6 years Quality Managerial / Supervisory / Specialist experience, preferably in a Manufacturing Environment. Excellent understanding of the Motor Industry Quality standards, Policies & Procedures, Union Experience.Administration Level
Band 10Generic : NO.Manufacturing Inspection
To ensure adherence to Quality Control System.
The Quality Control system is maintained in order to meet company and customer standards.Variances from Quality standards of components are identified and reported.Causes of deviation from standard are established and corrected.Customer complaints are investigated with corrective actions taken.Produce G8D and other relevant reports on causes of failure and required actions required actions.Scrap and rework targets are achieved.Ensure dimensional measuring equipment is calibrated at due intervals.Ensure benchmark sampling plan is utilised where relevant.Ensure swift turnaround times on support tests and measurements for special processes.Review all quality trends and metrics and make recommendations for improved focus.Ensure data collection systems are in place and data submitted on time for reporting purposes.Ensure Inspectors and Operators are fully trained and Skills Matrix updated.Ensure 5S is practised at the workstations.Attention to detailKnowledge of Quality principles and standardsLateral thinkingCommunicationFacilitationObjectivityEthicsAnalyticalSystematicInitiativePro-activenessBrought-out Material and components
To ensure that all materials produced & supplied meet customer specifications.
Brought-out materials and finished goods are inspected according to inspection instructions and records maintained.Out of specification findings are reported immediately.Rejected product is quarantined.Supplier is informed of concern via Purchase Planning Clerk.Defective material reporting to be appropriately circulated.Attention to detailKnowledge of Quality principles and standardsFamiliarity of Customer specificationsCommunicationFacilitationQuality Assurance system
To ensure that customer and company standards are maintained.
Identify all current external (Customer & Corporate) QMS requirements and incorporate these into the appropriate documentation. Initiate a formal review twice per year.Implement and drive a programme of Systems, Process, Dock and Packaging audits. Communicate audit findings in an accurate, detailed and timely manner. Schedule follow-up audits to ensure findings are closed out within defined time scales.Drive identified methodologies for problem solving.Issue non- conformance reports where appropriate for product, process and system non-conformances. Confirm permanent closeout, and suitability of corrective action on all reports within stipulated time frames.Achieve targeted objectives with regard to PPMs and number of quality concerns for internal as well as our customers.AITF16949, ISO9001, VDA6.1 & BSI – Ensure ongoing organisational compliance with the quality management system requirements / periodic Management reviewsScrap Rate – Reduce and maintain internal scrap rate at less than objective target – commitment to corporate year on year scrap reduction goals.Maintain a suitable Gauge R&R system and supporting calibration system.Training – Define and rollout organisational training plan for Quality Policy, Quality Awareness, SPC, Core Tools, Care and Use of Inspection Measuring Equipment and disciplined problem solving. Plan quality-training activities together with production to minimise impact on production activities.Communication – Drive continuous improvement in quality. Communicate key quality metrics throughout the organisation.Quality System Review – Co-ordinate, Chair, distribute minutes and follow-up on required actions.Customer Communication – Respond to all customer enquiries and alerts on the day of receipt.Ensure Process Flow Charts, Control Plans, Inspection Instructions and Quality Plans are updated at least once per annum.Attention to detailKnowledge of Quality principles and standardsFamiliarity of Customer specificationsCommunicationFacilitation SkillsS.P.C.
To ensure that special processes are in control using the SPC tool.
SPC programme implemented where required.Identified employees are trained.Programme is monitored & expanded where necessary.Initiate improvement actions where CP / CPK values do not meet customer / corporate defined values.Attention to detailCommunicationWarranty Claims
To ensure that product quality or functional concerns are actioned timeously.
Investigate and produce reports on causes of failure.Liaise with Development or Process on required re-design or upgrade of product.Action orientationFacilitation SkillsCommunicationQuality Budget
Monitor and control all expenses
Budget is submitted for approval by due date.Budgeted expenses are maintained per monthly printout.Monitor overtime and keep within budgeted allowanceBusiness and Basic Financial acumenManagement of Employees
Monitor subordinate critical performance objectives are met.
Establish performance charters for each employee.Performance review is done at least once per annum.Personal improvement plans are established where required.Personal development plans are established where required.Monitor absenteeism is within target levels.Hold weekly team talks.Multi-Skilling – Drive the process actively supporting the buddy system of training.CommunicationInterpersonal SkillsAssertivenessCoaching SkillsFacilitationQuality Related Projects
Manage and carry out any other Quality related projects as may be assigned from time to time.Project Management SkillsQuality Assurance
Ensure accuracy and always endeavour to do it right first timeKeep adequate records for quality assurance purposesEnsure that work standards / specifications are met at all times as required in terms of the Company’s Quality ManualWhere findings are made following periodic quality audits, put counter-measures in place and ensure that corrective actions are taken timeouslyKnowledge and Understanding of the BSI and AITF Quality Management principlesCOVID-19
Wear Face Mask correctly at all times, covering both the mouth and nose;Wash hands regularly with water and soap or sanitisers available at strategic points in the work place;Practice social distancing;Disclose any symptoms that you may have to the designated officials of the CompanyObserve and ensure compliance with any other restrictions as imposed by Government at all timesDevelop and continuously improve COVID-19 PolicyUnderstanding of the Disaster Management Act and the Associated RegulationsUnderstanding of the Company’s Disciplinary ProcedurePOPI Act
Ensure that any private and confidential information of the Company, colleagues, and peers is not disclosed without consentUnderstanding of the POPI Act No. 4 of 2013Queries
Deal effectively with any queries that may arise relating to job scope.Problem Solving SkillsNOTE : Any infringement of the Company’s rules and / or failure to execute the core duties as outlined on this Job Description could result in corrective measures instituted in terms of the Company’s established procedures.
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