Materials Quality Lab Analyst

SUMMARY:
Global player in the Industrial Printing Industry manufacturing industry requires an effective and competent Materials Quality Controller to be based at their Roodepoort Operations.

POSITION INFO:

The succesfull candidate will be Accountable for all laboratory related tasks (product testing and equipment calibration) including, precision, accuracy, reliability, repeatability of test results. Handling the maintenance of the ISO 9001 quality management system across the
Business.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES WILL INCLUDE:

TESTING AND ANALYSIS:

• Conduct process investigations, finds root cause of defects (performs root cause analysis of quality issues raised),and implement appropriate corrective action measures.
• Test and verify products against established specifications / requirements and identify, hold and or reject products that do not meet the required specifications / standards.
• Ensure internal customer complaints from the DC’s from receipt, testing through to communication of test results, generation and issuing of test reports.
• Report all non-functional equipment and raise job cards.
• Ensure that calibration and verification of measuring equipment is done.

ADMINISTRATION & REPORTS:

• Keep record of all test results.
• Perform process-quality auditing using a checklist at prescribed frequencies.
• File all quality records for record keeping purposes and to ensure ease of retrieval.
• Facilitate completion of non-conformances.
• Facilitate corrective action process to ensure actions are followed up in a timely manner.
• Update the MDI display boards with non conforming information.
• Assist with maintenance of the ISO 9001 Quality System and assist with writing of work instructions (Standard
• Operating Procedures), improve troubleshooting documents, and participates during the company’s systemaudits.
• Train/coach team leaders/operators regarding SOP’s and any work-related tasks critical to quality.
• Maintain housekeeping especially in the laboratory (area of responsibility) and assist with the implementationand maintenance of the 5S program.

PROJECT ACTIVITIES:

• Participate in departmental and other meetings as required and provide regular feedback and updates on any production/process related issues.
• Keep abreast of Best Practices in technologies & techniques affecting the quality/ production process or outcomes.
• Communicate with the department manager on issues of importance and provide up to date information on the progress of ongoing activities and projects.

SAFETY:

• When on the plant ensure that safety equipment must be worn at all times namely: safety shoes, safety glasses,earplugs, gloves
• Ensure that all Company Safety policies are adhered to at all times.

Formal Qualifications:

• Grade 12
• Relevant qualification in Chemical Engineering / Analytical Chemistry / Quality or Production related qualifications
• 2-3 years experience within the manufacturing industry
• Knowledge and understanding of Six Sigma and continuous improvement initiatives an advantage

The following attributes will be beneficial

• High driver for customer excellence and display a strong sense of customer centricity - Reference to customers is both internal and external customers.  
• Candidates with exposure in our industry (Labeling and Packaging) with B2B and FMCG experience will be ideal. 
• We are looking for attributes such as a strong and assertive personality with good energy and exposure in global communication and processes. 
• Quality orientated, action initiator, exposure in managing quality standards with good communication skills and ability to articulate information to management as and when is required. 
• Attention to detail, high computer literacy and the ability to work under pressure in a fast paced environment is a must.     

Package R 25000.00 - R 30000.00 ctc per month, commensurate with experience

Package includes -medical aid / Prov fund and Incentives

This is an Employment Equity appointment and due to the BBBEE Scorecard and EE Female will receive preference

Please visit our website www.talentsolutions.za.com and apply online only  – No Emailed / Whatsapp applications will be accepted

Please exhibit your professionalism and do not apply if you do not meet the minimum requirements.

The interview process starts with the ability to follow instruction!

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