Assembly Quality Engineer

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POSITION INFO:

Overview:

Our client in the Automotive industry is looking to employ an Assembly Quality Engineer based in Gqeberha.

Minimum Requirements:

• Grade 12 / Matric
• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field
• Quality Management certification - essential
• Valid Driver's License
• 3+ Years experience in Quality Engineering within OEM Assembly environment
• 2+ Years experience as a Quality Inspector
• Lean 6 Sigma / ISO / TS16949 experience

Responsibilities:

• Ensure effective implementation 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