Digital Ink Manufacturer based in Cape Town has an opportunity available for a Quality Assurance Officer. This person will be responsible for developing, implementing and maintaining quality assurance processes and procedures to ensure packaging and manufacturing process meet the highest standards. It includes supporting new product development, conducting regular inspections, writing and updating SOP's and collaborating with production teams. The QA Officer will also monitor quality performance data, ensure regulatory compliance, and provide training and support to staff. Tertiary qualification in Quality/Industrial Engineering and a minimum of 3 years experience in manufacturing industry required.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Quality Management, Industrial Engineering/related
• Additional certificates (ISO 9001 Lead Auditor or Six Sigma)
• 3 Years of experience in manufacturing industry
• Experience in Packaging industry will be an advantage
• Strong knowledge and implementation experience of quality management systems (ISO 9001 specifically)
• Familiarity with statistical process control (SPC) and other quality tools (e.g. Lean Six Sigma)
• Experience in writing and updating SOP's (Standard Operating Procedures)
• Attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Good communication and organizational skills
• Self-disciplined and able to work alone

Duties:

• Develop, implement and maintain QA processes and procedures
• New product development support, by collaborating with product development team
• Conduct regular inspections and quality checks on processes and finished products
• Write and Update Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's)
• Collaborate with production to identify manufacturing issues
• Monitor, analyze and report on quality performance
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements
• Provide training and support to staff on quality assurance
• Investigate and resolve customer complaints
• Maintain detailed record of QA activities and findings
• Conduct internal and external audits to ensure compliance
• Liaise with suppliers to ensure material quality standards
• Building own QMS knowledge and Compliance
• Participate in building quality objectives
• Perform sporadic production checks and follow through on HSE minutes and findings
• Implement efficient document control
• Leading RCA investigations into product complaints
• Assist management of change processes

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