Job Description

We are seeking a

Visual

Quality Control Inspector with an exceptional eye for detail to join our team and ensure that every product leaving our facility meets our exacting standards.

Position Overview

The

Quality Control Inspector will be responsible for the

Final

Visual quality inspection, packaging verification, and shipment quality of all our manufactured/ refurbished Anilox rollers and sleeves. This position requires someone meticulous, organized, and dedicated to maintaining perfection--from the tiniest surface detail to the final pallet arrangement.

We need the final gate-keeper who will personally guarantee that

every single roller that leaves our factory is visually perfect and packaged perfectly

.

Key Responsibilities

Conduct thorough Surface & Aesthetic inspection on all finished Anilox rollers and sleeves, checking for marks, scratches, fingerprints, dents, physical defects and any surface imperfections. Ensure packaging, labelling, and wrapping fully comply with the CAE standards and company specifications. Verify that all rollers and sleeves are properly centered, wrapped, and secured before shipping. Confirm that boxes are stacked correctly and safely, following company standards for presentation and transport stability. Perform final quality checks before products leave the facility to guarantee each item meets the highest quality standards. Maintain accurate inspection and quality documentation. Report and document any products or materials that do not meet quality standards, and ensure corrective action is taken. Work closely with production and management to identify and resolve any quality issues. Keep the inspection and packing areas clean, safe, and well-organized at all times.

YOUR DAILY JOB (this is literally 100 % of the role):

Visually inspect every finished roller and sleeve under strong lighting and 5x-20x magnification*
Look for and reject ANY mark, scratch, scuff, fingerprint, dust speck, line, engraving fault, or coating blemish -- no matter how small*
Wipe and final-clean the roller so it is 100 % mark-free*
Personally pack the roller/sleeve exactly as per the packaging SOP: correct foam, correct centering, correct protective film, correct crate -- zero shortcuts*
Double-check that NO sque labels, stickers, marker pen, tape residue, or any foreign mark whatsoever ends up on the roller, sleeve, or inside the packaging*
Only sign off and release once you are 100 % sure the customer will open the box and see absolute perfection*

Requirements

Exceptional attention to detail - precision and perfection are second nature to you. Prior experience in quality control, inspection, or within manufacturing, ideally within printing, coatings, or precision-engineered products. Strong understanding of quality assurance processes, documentation, and packaging standards. Ability to work independently and take full ownership of quality control. Excellent organizational, communication, and teamwork skills. Commitment to maintaining consistency, safety, and high standards.

Why Join Us

Work with a highly skilled, quality-focused team in a respected industry leader. Enjoy a clean, modern production environment with advanced tools and equipment. Ongoing opportunities for professional growth and training.

If you take pride in your precision and can spot even the smallest imperfection, we want you on our team.

Apply today

by sending your CV and cover letter to hr@caepty.co.za.

Job Type: Full-time

Ability to commute/relocate:

Durban, KwaZulu-Natal: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Experience:

Visual Inspection: 1 year (Required)
Work Location: In person