Top electronics manufacturer seeks Quality Specialist. Turnaround quality issues in the business. Hands-on person.

Non-Negotiables (We will check – No Chance Takers)

  • Must have guts and the ability to improve the situation even if there is opposition
  • At least 5 years experience in electronics and PCB manufacturing
  • At least 3 years experience in a quality management role in electronics and PCB manufacturing – this must specifically include effective quality improvement products
  • In depth understanding of ISO
  • In depth understanding of quality metrics that specifically apply to electronics and PCB manufacturing
  • Big picture strategic thinker
  • Exceptional people skills. Reads people well. Manages own emotions well. Win-win collaborator.
  • Wants to make a difference in the role. Stable career history
  • Strongly Beneficial – Exposure or certification in Six Sigma or equivalent
  • Strongly Beneficial – Production experience

What the person must be able to do:

This role is in the South African metal products manufacturing industry. All duties would take place in this context.

  • Address supplier quality issues
  • Significantly reduce rework time
  • Implement TQM
  • Manufacturing process improvement
  • People skills and interdepartmental harmonisation skills

Key Job Deliverables (First 6-12 Months):

  • Address supplier quality issues. Currently PCB boards have a failure rate of 15-30%. Get this down to 5% within 6 months and 1% within 12 months.
  • 20% of available hours are being spent on rework. Get this down to 5% within 6 months and 1% within 12 months.
  • Implement TQM quality practices in the business (Not a paper exercise)
  • Implement managed SLA’s with suppliers which includes test certifications
  • Implement Electronics PCB test jigs and equipment at suppliers

Background work experience

  • 5+ years experience in electronics and PCB manufacturing
  • 3+ years experience in a quality management role in electronics and PCB manufacturing – this must specifically include effective quality improvement products
  • ISO or Six Sigma Qualification
  • Diploma or Degree in Electronics
  • Proven track record in quality projects (we will check references)
  • Strong interpersonal skills

Personality Summary:

  • Moderate to High Driver – Results Orientated Go-getter.
  • Moderate to High Analytical – Strong with analysis, metrics, data and fact based decision making.
  • Moderate Administrative – Good with procedures, processes and best practices.
  • Advantageous – Moderate Expressive – People person, natural leader.

Benefits of this Role:

  • Top German Multinational
  • Strong opportunities for career growth and development
  • Opportunity to make a difference and “leave your mark”

Reports to: Director

Location: Johannesburg North (Randburg Area)

Employment Equity: N/A

Salary: Market Related. In the Range of R420K to R600K per annum. Negotiable for exceptional candidates.

Type: Permanent

Start: ASAP

Reference: DT 135

Jobs like this don’t come around that often, so make sure you apply now.

Call Dave Lucas at 011 655 7391

Email: j135 @ dawningtruth.co.za  (Please email your CV before calling us.)