Quality Controller (Engineering)

SUMMARY:
Quality Controller (Engineering)

POSITION INFO:

This role is for a client operating in the armoured industry with a focus on optoelectronics. The company has a strong international presence with its head office in Saudi Arabia and a key manufacturing facility in Centurion. They specialize in producing high-precision optical and electronic components critical to advanced armoured systems, where quality and reliability are paramount.

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced Quality Controller (QC) with at least 3 years of hands-on experience in optoelectronics or precision manufacturing, ideally within a high-tech or defense-related environment. Formal qualifications are not essential; however, demonstrated practical expertise and the ability to work independently and unsupervised are vital for success.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct meticulous inspections and tests on optical and electronic components throughout production stages.
• Employ non-contact inspection techniques such as laser scanning, 3D surface topography, and interferometry to ensure micron-level precision.
• Detect, document, and report defects including surface imperfections and dimensional inaccuracies.
• Verify product compliance with strict technical specifications and relevant standards (ISO 9001, RoHS, IPC-A-610).
• Monitor production quality data in real-time to identify deviations and recommend corrective actions.
• Prepare detailed quality reports and maintain documentation for internal and client use.
• Uphold adherence to industry and company quality control protocols.
• Operate independently, managing QC processes unsupervised while escalating issues as necessary.

Tools & Techniques

• Precision measuring instruments such as calipers and micrometers
• Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) systems
• Laser scanning and interferometry for 3D surface metrology
• Opto-digital microscopy and thermal imaging systems
• Digital QC software platforms for data analysis and reporting

Minimum Experience & Skills

• Minimum 3 years in a QC role within optoelectronics, electronics manufacturing, or a related high-precision field
• Proficient with non-contact inspection and digital measurement technologies
• Knowledgeable of quality standards such as ISO 9001, RoHS, and IPC-A-610
• Comfortable working with micron-level tolerances and complex assemblies
• Proven ability to work unsupervised, with strong initiative and decision-making skills
• Experience documenting quality findings and communicating across teams

Key Attributes

• Strong attention to detail and quality focus
• Analytical and problem-solving capabilities
• Self-motivated, reliable, and able to manage time effectively
• Effective communicator with clear reporting skills
• Adaptable to a fast-paced, technology-driven defense manufacturing environment