Plant Production Quality Engineer

Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

Job Description

Forvia, a sustainable mobility technology leader
We pioneer technology for mobility experience that matter to people.
Your mission, roles and responsibilities
The Plant Quality Engineer is responsible for implementing process control programs that will assure production of finished goods that meet or exceed customer-specified requirements. He/ she leads continuous improvements by utilizing the appropriate quality tools and provides data analysis.
The main responsibilities are as follow :

  • Conduct multiple projects simultaneously ranging from feasibility phase to post launch quality assessment and throughout production life
  • Facilitate Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA)with engineering in conjunction with advanced quality-planning activities and monitor the status throughout production life
  • Review the Control Plan with Engineering and Production and monitor the status throughout production life
  • Develop, implement, and maintain Statistical Process Control techniques
  • Assure compliance of the documented quality systems (IATF16949/ VDA6.3) and promote consistency throughout the organization
  • Conduct investigations to determine causes of defects, make recommendations for corrective action
  • Maintain internal customer complaint log and facilitate and participate in the QRCI process
  • Instruct and train personnel in techniques and use of audit and testing devices
  • Monitor and revise quality documentations as required
  • Visit customers and suppliers when necessary. Acts as a liaison to internal customers
  • Review all production methods for compliance to quality standards and for improvement of product and quality standards
  • Perform 8QB and CIO audits and monitor corrective action implementation
  • Contain parts within the plant in the event of customer rejection and dock audit rejections
  • Manage the Gauge R&R schedule and perform the studies as per schedule
  • Perform final inspection validation as per schedule
  • Draw up the inspection instructions for the TQW and Final Inspection, and revise when applicable
  • Maintain FES principles
  • Perform all responsibilities with (IATF16949/ VDA 6.3) system requirements
Your profile and competencies to succeed
  • Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering/ Industrial engineering
  • Strong analytical and proven team oriented problem solving-skills required
  • 3 or more years relevant experience in manufacturing
  • Strong customer satisfaction orientation.
  • In-depth knowledge of quality engineering techniques
  • Knowledge of Metrology
  • Above average communication skills and interpersonal skills
What we can do for you
  • At Forvia, you will find an engaging and dynamic environment where you can contribute to the development of sustainable mobility leading technologies.
  • We are the seventh-largest global automotive supplier, employing more than 157,000 people in more than 40 countries which makes a lot of opportunity for career development.
  • We welcome energetic and agile people who can thrive in a fast-changing environment. People who share our strong values. Team players with a collaborative mindset and a passion to deliver high standards for our clients. Lifelong learners. High performers. Globally minded people who aspire to work in a transforming industry, where excellence, speed, and quality count.
  • We cultivate a learning environment, dedicating tools and resources to ensure we remain at the forefront of mobility. Our people enjoy an average of more than 22 hours of online and in-person training within FORVIA University (five campuses around the world)
  • We offer a multicultural environment that values diversity and international collaboration. We believe that diversity is a strength. To create an inclusive culture where all forms of diversity create real value for the company, we have adopted gender diversity targets and inclusion action plans.
  • Achieving CO2 Net Zero as a pioneer of the automotive industry is a priority: In June 2022, Forvia became the first global automotive group to be certified with the new SBTI Net-Zero Standard (the most ambitious standard of SBTi), aligned with the ambition of the 2015 Paris Agreement of limiting global warming to 1.5C. Three principles guide our action: use less, use better and use longer, with a focus on recyclability and circular economy.
Why join us
FORVIA is an automotive technology group at the heart of smarter and more sustainable mobility. We bring together expertise in electronics, clean mobility, lighting, interiors, seating, and lifecycle solutions to drive change in the automotive industry.
With a history stretching back more than a century, we are the 7th largest global automotive supplier, employing more than 157,000 people in 43 countries. You'll find our technology in around 1 out of 2 vehicles produced anywhere in the world.
In June 2022, we became the 1st global automotive group to be certified with the SBTI Net-Zero Standard. We have committed to reach CO2 Net Zero by no later than 2045.
As technological innovation and the need for sustainability transform the automotive industry, we are ideally positioned to deliver solutions that will enhance the lives of road-users everywhere.

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  • Job Id
    JD1461373
  • Industry
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  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
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  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
  • Education
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