Quality Engineer (Paintshop)

Recruiter:

Boikago Group

Job Ref:

QUALTENG122025

Date posted:

Tuesday, March 10, 2026

Location:

Port Elizabeth, South Africa

Salary:

R950 000 negotiable

SUMMARY:
Paintshop Quality Engineer

POSITION INFO:

Introduction

An international automotive OEM based in Kariega, Eastern Cape is looking for the Quality Engineer (Paint Shop) position in the QA Vehicle Manufacturing Department

Brief Role Description

To plan, define, co-ordinate and be accountable for Quality audits and inspections in Press, Body, Paint and Assembly shops. To maintain and improve product surface quality and mechanical joints by monitoring and reporting on non–conformances and processes.Drive product improvements based on top faults detected by investigating route causes and initiating corrective actions to meet Konzern Quality standards and provide continuous improvements.

Key duties

Establishing root causes and implement corrective actions for allocated quality problems.
Interfacing with various departments within the company
Present findings/reports at various forums
Liaising with overseas counterparts with regard to build/quality matters
Co-ordinate and be accountable for Quality issues.
Lead cross functional teams when required.
Monitor and reporting of non-conformances and processes and initiating corrective actions to drive early detection.

Qualification requirements

Have a minimum National Diploma in Chemistry/Polymer/Mechanical Engineering
Have 3 -5 years’ experience within the manufacturing industry

Have good report writing and presentation skills
Have proven analytical and problem solving skills
Knowledge of Body and Paint Shop production processes
Sound knowledge of colouristics of colour management to analyze and interpret results
Sound knowledge of paint processes and corrosion prevention
Be computer literate in MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
Be assertive and have the ability to motivate
Be a team player and be able to work under pressure

Added advantage

BSc Degree /B-Tech Chemistry or Polymer
Ability to communicate fluently in German (verbally and written)
Experience in automotive process material application

Applications must be submitted to or contact / 1328

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