Job Description

• National Diploma Quality Management or equivalent Engineering qualification
• Trained Auditor IATF 16949:2016 & VDA 6.3:2016
• Minimum 5 years experience in a similar role within the Automotive manufacturing environment
• Develop the Total Quality Strategic Plan and ensure implementation for the Plant.
• Provide Strategic and Change Leadership to the Total Quality Team.
• Manage Quality at Source (Green Areas).
• Manage requirements related to Quality and other standards (IATF 16949:2016ISO 9001:2015 & VDA 6.3:2016).
• Drive Quality Empowerment into Manufacturing.
• Facilitate action teams and improvement programs to continually improve on identified risks.
• Compile Quality Topics for Quality Awareness Training in conjunction with Training Department.
• Plan and set up testing programmes to investigate Quality issues and recommend changes
• Maintain IATF 16949:2016 Certification.
• Contribute to and improve on the operation of the Quality Assurance system and manage and implement the Quality Assurance system.
• Develop and approve Quality Procedures, Work Instructions, etc., Plant specific.
• Co-ordinate and facilitate customer audits of the product and product capability.
• Conduct internal System audits IATF 16949:2016 and Process audits
• Assist with Product Audits.
• Ensure an enabling climate/culture.
• Ensure a safe, secure and legal working environment.
• Manage individual, team and departmental performance to achieve organisational objectives.
• Compile and update Performance Contracts and Individual Development Plans and facilitate individual career path planning.
• Determine the training needs of the Department.
• Conduct Performance Reviews and manage sub-standard performance.
• Coach and counsel people to ensure improved performance levels
• Ensure discipline is maintained in department (absenteeism, lateness, overtime, misconduct, etc.)
• Resolve grievances and disputes

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