Quality Engineer

Job in Durban, 4056, South Africa

Listing for: G-Core Capital

Full Time position
Listed on 2026-07-30

Job specializations:

Quality Assurance - QA/QC
Quality Engineering, Production QC/QA, Regulatory Compliance Specialist, Quality Control - QC Analysts/Managers

Responsible for ensuring that quality standards, systems, and processes are effectively implemented and maintained across the manufacturing operation. The role focuses on implementing and maintaining a system to monitor and improve process quality, defect prevention, customer compliance, and continuous improvement, ensuring that products meet customer, regulatory, and internal requirements while maintaining the integrity of the manufacturing process.

Qualifications & Experience

Matric (Grade 12)
Relevant Diploma in Quality, Manufacturing, Engineering, or related field
Bachelor’s degree in quality, Manufacturing, Engineering, or related discipline (advantageous)
Minimum 5 years’ experience in Quality Assurance and Quality Control within automotive or steel manufacturing
Experience in press, weld, or metal forming environments will be advantageous

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Ensure all products conform to approved standards, specifications, and customer requirements
Support and maintain IATF 16949, ISO 9001, and ISO 14001 systems
Investigate and resolve internal, supplier, and customer non-conformances
Lead root cause analysis and ensure effective corrective and preventive actions
Investigate and respond to customer quality complaints and concerns
Monitor and manage 4M changes (Man, Machine, Method, Material)
Analyse defects, trends, and process performance data to drive improvements
Conduct process, product, and system audits and close out findings
Act as a customer quality interface and support customer audits and visits
Maintain quality documentation, control plans, inspection standards, and test protocols
Prepare and present quality KPIs and reports
Ensure measurement equipment is calibrated and calibration schedules are maintained
Monitor compliance to production and quality requirements on the shop floor
Support the development, maintenance, and adherence to SOPs and work instructions
Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on quality, efficiency, and cost reduction. Provide quality-related training and support to production teams
Support implementation and compliance with Health and Safety standards
Ensure compliance with applicable legal, regulatory, and customer-specific requirements