Job Description

ADVERT: QUALITY MANAGER (MANUFACTURING)

MESHCO - WIRE PRODUCTS

Blackheath, Cape Town

We are looking for an enthusiastic Quality Manager who has experience leading a team in a manufacturing environment.

Meshco is a third generation, family-owned and managed Company. This means stability for our Employees and their families. It also means that you will be part of a company with plenty of opportunity to develop, whilst helping to shape our future. The average number of years our people have been with us is over 15 years, something that we are very proud of.

For the past 60 years, Meshco has been manufacturing quality wire products for its customers.

Your work will enable future development of your province, country, and the rest of the world. Our products are found here, and overseas, in stadiums and bridges, they hold up the fresh produce that grace our tables, they keep miners safe underground, and our fencing products secure those who matter to you most. More likely than not, when you see a fence or concrete structure in Cape Town; our products are involved.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Designing and implementing the framework and methods to inspect, test and evaluate products and production equipment Ensuring that products adhere to quality standards Preparing reports by collecting, analyzing and summarizing data Managing the quality team Training and managing production line staff in production practices and quality assessment of goods Tracking products through the manufacturing process to ensure that each part of the process is correct Performing detailed and recorded inspections of final products so the products are up to industry and company standards Eliminating products that are not up to standards and finding the reasons for product problems Manage the quality and auditing-process and reporting Own weekly calibration sessions to ensure consistency Compile and distribute quality reporting in a standard format Drive requirements for technical quality and auditing solutions Provide clear insight into performance drivers Liaise with Operations on coaching and areas for improvement Prepare reports and analysis, including relevant analyses versus prior periods and forecasts and associated risks/opportunities. Preparing a weekly/monthly report to management summarizing site Quality activities, concerns, and project Quality statistics for the period. Drive the development of robust quality improvement coaching and training processes to drive continuous improvement.

SKILLS & ATTRIBUTES

Thorough understanding of the principles and practice of Quality Management

A self-starter, capable of working without direct supervision and to maintain high performance.

Proven background of quality related analysis, with the ability to draw conclusions and recommend improvement initiatives. Managerial skills to ensure the effectiveness of staff. Ability to evaluate data, identify issues and provide improvement recommendations, Attention to detail. Project management skills and experience Ability to analyze and interpret data, draw conclusions with the ability to make and implement decisions. Experience in writing documentation and standard operating procedures Demonstrated ability to drive process changes and improvements. Exceptional written and oral communication skills including an ability to communicate with all levels in the organization. Goal driven. Proficiency of Microsoft Office including Excel, Word and PowerPoint. Professional approach to working with colleagues at all levels. Proven ability to influence change at all levels.

REQUIREMENTS - QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

Matric / Equivalent Diploma/Degree (Management or Quality Management) Minimum of 3-5 years' experience in a manufacturing environment Bilingual (English and Afrikaans.)
Applicants who meet the minimum requirements should email their CV to carolynne@meshco.co.za. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 19th May 2025

The company reserves the right not to make an appointment. Recruitment and selection will be made in terms of the Company Employment Equity and Equal Opportunity Policy.

Job Type: Full-time

Experience:

Quality Management: 5 years (Required)
Language:

English and Afrikaans (Required)
Work Location: In person

Application Deadline: 2025/05/19