Permanent
Junior QA Engineer (12 month contract)
Unknown, Western Cape
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About this role
Employer: Persona Staff
Junior QA Engineer – Cape TownEngineering | Manufacturing | Quality AssuranceFixed-Term Contract | On-site | 12 months Our client, a well-established engineering and manufacturing company based in Cape Town, is seeking a technically strong Junior QA Engineer to join their quality and engineering team on a 12-month fixed-term contract. This role focuses on product quality assurance, risk analysis, root cause investigations, and continuous improvement within a manufacturing environment. The successful candidate will work closely with engineering, production, and quality control teams to ensure product performance, compliance, and customer satisfaction.
Key Responsibilities:
* Assist with root cause analysis on product non-conformances and implement corrective action plans
* Perform in-depth technical testing to identify product design and process improvements
* Evaluate product warranty claims and recurring customer issues
* Conduct real-time quality checks throughout manufacturing processes
* Implement sampling plans and inspection protocols
* Participate in supplier audits and internal systems audits
* Maintain product performance databases and quality documentation
* Generate reports and presentations summarising findings and improvement recommendations
* Identify and communicate deviations from quality standards
* Support risk assessments and update mitigation plans
* Assist in developing and monitoring corrective and preventative action plans (CAPA)
* Facilitate communication of product changes and quality feedback to customers
* Support continuous improvement initiatives across engineering and production
Requirements:
* Matric with strong marks in English and Mathematics
* Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering (BEng)
* Minimum 2 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment
* ISO 9001 knowledge and Quality Management System awareness
* Exposure to internal audits or compliance checks
* Strong written communication skills with the ability to draft professional reports
* Proficient in Afrikaans (English advantageous)
* Own reliable transport
To apply, please send your CV to natasha@personastaff.co.za
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