Quality Control Supervisor – Automotive Manufacturing

Quality Control Supervisor – Automotive Manufacturing

Alberton, South Africa | Posted on 27/07/2026

An established engineering and manufacturing business operating within the automotive sector is seeking an experienced Quality Control Supervisor to join its team in Alrode South, Alberton .

This role is suited to a quality-focused professional with strong knowledge of IATF 16949 , automotive quality tools and CNC machining processes. Reporting to the SHEQ Manager , you will supervise QC Inspectors, support the wider SHEQ function and help maintain, monitor and improve the organisation’s Quality Management System.

The position is based in a steel CNC machine shop and requires a hands-on approach to quality control, process improvement, team development and cross-functional collaboration.

• Support the SHEQ Manager and Quality Management team in maintaining and improving the Quality Management System in accordance with IATF 16949 and customer-specific requirements.
• Develop and maintain process documentation, including procedures, flowcharts, work instructions, control plans and quality records.
• Facilitate the establishment and implementation of QA and QC projects, procedures, monitoring systems and performance measures.
• Support the SHEQ Administrative Assistant with quality registers, databases and records required as evidence of Quality Management System activities.
• Ensure monitoring and measuring resources are available, suitable and used effectively.
• Provide operational leadership and support to QC Inspectors to ensure QC processes function efficiently.
• Ensure QC team members are appropriately trained and competent to achieve the required quality standards.
• Assist with training relating to QA and QC processes, procedures, records and monitoring systems.
• Manage monitoring and measuring activities relating to QA and QC processes, including audits.
• Conduct SPC and MSA activities, interpret results and provide practical recommendations.
• Monitor and report on the performance and effectiveness of QA and QC processes and personnel.
• Analyse quality data, identify trends and recommend improvement opportunities.
• Ensure non-conforming outputs are controlled in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Identify potential quality risks and recommend appropriate countermeasures.
• Ensure approved corrective and preventive measures are implemented effectively.
• Lead and facilitate root cause analysis and problem-solving activities relating to non-conformances.
• Support the Engineering team with APQP activities when required.
• Participate in and lead Internal Audits.
• Ensure quality documentation accurately reflects current operational processes.
• Communicate and collaborate with Engineering, Production, internal and external suppliers, customers and other stakeholders.
• Promote continuous improvement within the QC team and broader Quality function.
• Complete additional QA and QC duties delegated by the SHEQ Manager.

• Matric.
• Completion of advanced accredited training in ISO 9001 and IATF 16949 , covering:
  • Implementation
  • Root Cause Analysis and Problem Solving
  • FMEA
  • Control Plans
  • Internal Auditing
• PPAP and APQP training will be advantageous.

Candidates must meet one of the following experience requirements:

• With relevant formal education:
  At least 1 year of Quality Control experience within an engineering environment.

Or

• Without relevant formal tertiary education:
  At least 4 years of experience in a Quality Control or CNC setting role within an engineering environment, including at least 1 year in a supervisory position .

In addition:

• At least 2 years of experience within the automotive sector is required.
• Previous supervisory experience is advantageous where not already required.
• CMM experience will be advantageous.

• Steel manufacturing and machining processes.
• Mechanical properties of steel.
• Interpretation of customer requirements.
• Interpretation of technical and mechanical drawings.
• Good understanding of GD&T and its application to CMM inspection.
• Automotive quality tools, including FMEA, Control Plans and PPAP.
• SPC analysis and interpretation.
• Effective use of measuring…