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Assembly Quality Engineer, Gqeberha

Assembly Quality Engineer, Gqeberha

Sheldon Recruitment and SelectionPort Elizabeth, South Africa
6 days ago
Job description

Applicants are required to meet the following criteria :

  • Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field
  • Quality Management certification (essential)
  • Minimum of 3 years experience in a quality engineering role within an OEM Assembly environment.
  • At least 2 years prior experience as a Quality Inspector
  • Valid Code 8 (or higher) drivers license with a minimum of 2 years driving experience
  • Knowledge and understand Lean Six Sigma
  • Strong technical knowledge of automobile systems and components with the ability to identify defects effectively
  • Knowledge of ISO / TS16949 standards
  • Proficiency in statistical analysis and data-driven problem solving
  • Excellent report writing and presentation skills

The successful applicant would be responsible for, but not limited to :

  • Ensure effective implementation of the QMS and continuously improve quality control plans based on production quality performance.
  • Actively participate and support production personnel by promoting the use of quality tools during problem solving, root cause analysis, and corrective action.
  • Identify and analyse defects and quality issues in components and incoming parts.
  • Develop quality metrics where required to support inspection processes and uphold assembly quality standards.
  • Fully understand and implement Lean Manufacturing quality tools such as FMEA, Control Plan, Ishikawa, Poka Yoke etc. to improve assembly quality.
  • Develop and implement audit plans, conduct regular vehicle audits, present findings to senior management, and use results to drive continuous improvement and quality awareness within the assembly quality.
  • Design and deliver quarterly quality awareness training sessions for employees.
  • Participate in after sales quality assurance meetings, resolve assembly- related quality issues, and ensure preventative measures are implemented to avoid recurrence.
  • Maintain accurate quality documentation, control plans and continuously monitor key quality control metrics at all quality gates.
  • Perform inspections using precision measuring tools and equipment. Conduct routine inspection and maintenance on quality department tools and equipment. Ensure regular calibration of tools and maintain associated records.
  • Oversee vehicle inspection processes to ensure all vehicles are shipped defect- free to dealers.
  • Ensure defects are repaired promptly prior to delivery.
  • Lead and manage the quality inspection team by monitoring performance, motivating staff, improving efficiency, and effectively allocating resources during assembly operations

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