Quality Manager

SUMMARY:
Our client in the Cement Industry is seeking a Quality Manager in Port Elizabeth.

POSITION INFO:
Responsible for the in-process quality of all products manufactured.

Key Tasks

• Develop and maintain the quality management system, implement, and follow up on the Departments’ budget.
• Evaluation of product performances as requested by specification/customers adhering to SANS 50197/1-2.
• Guidance and reporting to the factory managers regarding product performance and compliance to standards (SANS 50197/1-2, SANS 1841, and SANS 17025).
• Maintenance and ongoing development of a local data base on all products / test / trials conducted on materials and opposition products / materials.
• Commissioning and set-up new lab and lab equipment.
• Verify that specific requirements are met according to budget requirements, applicable quality standards and market demands.
• Ensure timely delivery of service for effective process control.
• Initiate action or contribute to solutions ensuring quality (corrective actions).
• Issue monthly reports / feedback as requested by Management on all activities.
• Respect deadlines in terms of constructive analytical reporting.
• Responsible to obtain and maintain listing and product mark requirements (legal) as well as the acquiring and maintenance of the LOA with NRCS.
• Take part in and be responsible for legal aspects of cement as far as controlling bodies is concerned.
• Providing arguments / solutions for the Company and its customers against competitive products.
• Be involved in choice of testing machinery and make final proposal on purchase of all testing equipment at plant and laboratory level.
• Serve on Industry technical forums like TCI and Technical Standards Committee at SABS.
• Coordinate activities of Hired Manpower teams in the Department.
• Implementing departmental quality audits.
• Shall be liable and responsible for strict adherence to all IMS policies and procedures which is a shared responsibility for all employees.

• BSc Chemistry or equivalent in analytical chemistry
• Minimum 5 years in an analytical laboratory with at least 2 years exposure to the analysis and testing of cement products and related raw materials.
• Experience in a supervisory / management role.
• Knowledge of XRF, Physical testing, & wet chemistry techniques.
• Knowledge of the theory and application of cement products.
• Cement chemistry and manufacturing theory
• Knowledge of ISO 17025, 9001 and 9001:2015 and management systems.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to handle high volume workload and meet tight deadlines.

• Compliance with all EH & S guidelines and procedures

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