Quality Engineer (Analysis Centre)

SUMMARY:
We invite suitably qualified candidates to apply for the Quality Engineer - Analysis Centre role available for our client in the Automotive Industry, based in Kariega.

POSITION INFO:
The Quality Engineer in the Quality Assurance Department, will have to ensure that problem analysis is done to the required Group guideline and meets the customer’s expectations in terms of sustainability of the solution.

Duties:

• Advise Production, Pilot Hall and Quality Assurance on product and process improvements by monitoring and reviewing action progress and results, to ensure process stability and continuous improvement.
• Establish and coordinate the implementation of cross functional action plans for product and process improvements by analyzing and evaluating relevant data and communication through SET meetings.
• Achieve Group problem resolution targets through constant analysis and corrective action implementation for noise, function, water leak and electrical related deviations.
• Perform root cause analysis, establish and implement corrective actions for problems assigned to Quality Assurance by conducting detailed analysis.
• Drive problem resolution process by creating problem sheets and coordinating cross functional teams (Noise and Water Leak) to ensure speedy and effective problem resolution for improved build quality and customer satisfaction.
• Assist with providing technical expertise for training of production personnel and optimizing of production build process.
• Liaise with overseas counterparts with regards to build/ quality issues through video and telephone conferences to exchange information and stay abreast of latest product changes to ensure vehicles are built to the latest levels.
• Liaise with suppliers via QA Purchase Parts, with regards to part quality problems by completing fitment exercises, evaluating the condition and advise on corrective action measures to ensure parts are to design specification.
• Prepare and present reports to Senior Management at presentation meetings in order to inform them with regards to analyses progress and struggle points which may require intervention or decisions
• Develop new project (Model year, face lift, new model) timing plans for internal Q release activities in line with the overall project plan.
• Participate in the planning and development of production line and process layout to ensure the buildability of vehicles and early detection and elimination of possible production and process problems.

• Proficient in MS Office Excel, PowerPoint and Word with a basic understanding of CAD viewer.
• Knowledge of the measuring process, the interpretation of the data/results and its interface with the overall production process.
• Ability to work independently.
• Creating and using relevant statistical data during problem resolution process as well as series monitoring process.
• Be assertive and have the ability to coordinate and work within a team structure.
• Ability to work under pressure and make sound decisions.
• Sound and innovative problem analyses skills.
• High problem-solving skills, creative ability and attention to detail.
• Self-motivated and target-orientated
• Good presentation and interpersonal skills.
• A basic knowledge of technical German.
• Develop test plans and coordinate the adherence thereto