Quality Technician

RHEINMETALL

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

Calibrating, verifying, and maintaining gauges, measuring instruments, scales, setting pieces, and other inspection equipment in accordance with approved procedures and recognised standards.
Ensuring full traceability and maintaining accurate calibration records for all measuring equipment.
Managing the calibration programme and reducing overdue gauges through an effective tracking and monitoring system.
Interpreting engineering drawings, specifications, and Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) requirements.
Conducting Measurement System Analysis (MSA), Gauge Repeatability and Reproducibility (GR&R) studies, and measurement uncertainty evaluations.
Preparing inspection reports, calibration certificates, and quality dossiers.
Driving continuous improvement initiatives for measuring methods, equipment, and laboratory systems.
Assisting in maintaining compliance with ISO/IEC 17025 requirements where applicable.
Ensuring compliance with all SHEQE (Safety, Health, Environment, Quality, and Energy) requirements, company policies, and safe working practices.
Training production and quality personnel on the correct use, handling, care, and verification of measuring equipment.
Ensuring zero backlog on all gauges and instruments requested.

WHAT QUALIFICATIONS YOU SHOULD HAVE

National Diploma in Mechanical, Industrial, Chemical, Mechatronics, Metallurgical or equivalent NQF 6 qualification.
Quality related courses would be advantageous.
Dimensional metrology would be advantageous.
At least 5 years' experience in a metrology/quality or precision manufacturing environment.
Exposure and understanding of the ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System would be advantageous.
Good problem-solving skills, customer liaison skills and interpersonal skills are essential.
A logical, flexible, self-motivated, reliable, well-spoken individual with thoroughness and tenacity.
Knowledge and ability to apply the MS Office Software, especially Word & Excel packages are essential.
Ability to work independently without supervision and work shifts.
Calibration principles.

WHAT WE OFFER YOU

Competitive compensation package with incentive bonus and pension fund
Medical Schemes
Stable employer background
Opportunity to work on major projects within our Weapons and Ammunition Division
Extensive Employee Assistance Program to support overall health and wellbeing
Career development and progress opportunities
Individual and diverse training opportunities and programs (Bursary Schemes)
Subsidized canteen on site with themed days and multiple dietary options
Innovative and dynamic working environment and culture
Work as part of a team with real purpose in what we do
Participation in (international) Rheinmetall activities and events

Rheinmetall Denel Munition is an Employment Equity Employer that gives preference to suitable candidates who add to the diversity of the company