Quality Technician (Assurance)

Recruiter

Mint Kulca

Job Ref

CPT000066/LMR

Date posted

Monday, June 8, 2026

Location

Johannesburg, South Africa

Salary

Hourly

SUMMARY

Quality Assurance Technician to be based in Boksburg (Contract Position)

Our client operates within a specialised engineering and manufacturing environment and is seeking an experienced

Quality Assurance Technician to join their team on a contract basis until the end of December 2026.

This hands-on role is responsible for ensuring that products and components meet customer specifications and quality standards through inspection, testing, documentation control, and the effective management of non-conformances.

The successful candidate will maintain product traceability, conduct tensile testing and first-off inspections, ensure the accurate recording of scrap and rework, and contribute to the consistent delivery of high-quality products.

POSITION INFO

NON-NEGOTIABLE REQUIREMENTS

• Matric (Grade 12) AND a National Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or Chemical Engineering WITH a minimum of 2 years' experience in a quality assurance or quality control role within a heavy-duty manufacturing or engineering environment.
• Experience preparing for and participating in ISO and customer audits AND managing and closing out Corrective Action Requests (CARs).
• Strong proficiency in English (written and verbal) with the ability to compile reports and participate in audits, meetings, and customer interactions, as well as experience in these areas.
• A valid driver's licence, a clear criminal record AND the willingness to go for drug and medical tests.
• Willing to work shifts and overtime as required.

MUST ALSO BE WILLING TO:

• Represent the Quality department at any audit, road show and/or meetings.

WILL ALSO COUNT IN YOUR FAVOUR IF YOU HAVE:

• a Bachelor's Degree or higher

DUTIES WILL INCLUDE

• Profitability and Sustainability
• Reducing excess stock within the quarantine area.
• Logging and monitoring scrap accurately and timeously.
• Global Manufacturing Competitiveness
• Ensuring processes are optimised for the dispatch of high-quality products.
• Monitoring process quality and implementing continuous improvement initiatives.
• Exceeding Customer Expectations
• Supporting the implementation of new systems and processes.
• Ensuring ongoing readiness for ISO and customer audits.
• Monitoring and ensuring Corrective Action Requests (CARs) are addressed and closed out within required timeframes.
• Representing the Quality Function
• Representing the Quality Department during audits, roadshows, meetings, and other stakeholder engagements.
• Conducting oneself in a professional manner that upholds company values and promotes teamwork and collaboration.
• Compliance
• Carrying out all work in accordance with SHEQE standards, regulations, company policies, and procedures.
• Maintaining compliance with all quality, health, safety, and environmental requirements.
• Accountability
• Ensuring only quality-approved products leave the premises.
• Conducting all activities safely and responsibly.
• Inspections
• Performing mechanical inspections using standard and specialised measuring equipment.
• Recording and reporting inspection results accurately.
• Testing
• Conducting tests using automated equipment, including MTS tensile testing machines and CMM measuring systems.
• Recording, analysing, and reporting test results in accordance with quality requirements.