Quality Assurance Manager

Working Hours: Monday – Friday, 07:30 – 16:30
Employment Type: Permanent - Office-based
Location: Garsfontein Road, Pretoria East (towards Grootfontein)

A well-established engineering and manufacturing firm is seeking an experienced Quality Assurance Manager to take ownership of quality systems, processes, and compliance across the organisation.
This role is hands-on and systems driven. The client is looking for a detail-orientated, assertive professional who can critically evaluate existing quality systems, identify weaknesses, and drive continuous improvement within a manufacturing environment.

Minimum requirements:

• Proven Quality Assurance experience within a manufacturing or engineering environment (essential)
• 3+ years’ experience in a Quality Assurance / Quality Management role
• Strong Quality Assurance experience within a manufacturing environment (non-negotiable)
• Demonstrated experience in audits, compliance, and quality improvement initiatives
• Strong systems thinking and analytical capability
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of quality outcomes
• Ability to analyse systems and processes and recommend practical improvements
• Strong eye for detail with high professional standards
• Assertive and confident communicator who can enforce quality standards
• Someone who can challenge processes constructively and add value

Duties will be, but are not limited to:

• Develop, implement, and maintain quality assurance systems and procedures
• Audit, monitor, and continuously improve production and operational processes
• Ensure compliance with ISO standards, industry regulations, and internal policies
• Identify system gaps, inefficiencies, and risks impacting product quality
• Lead quality improvement and corrective action initiatives
• Investigate non-conformances and implement preventative measures
• Manage internal and external audits
• Compile, analyse, and present quality reports and data
• Train and guide staff on quality procedures and best practices
• Work closely with production, engineering, and suppliers to maintain quality standards
• Oversee quality documentation and record-keeping

Please note:

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.