The main purpose of this position is to ensure consistency of quality control measures and to ensure that training efficiencies are identified and corrected where needed.
Job Functions
- The main job function of a Quality Inspector is to ensure that quality standards are met. This involves inspecting various stages of production, identifying defects, and taking steps to prevent them.
- Inspecting involves visual checks, measurements, and testing functionality to ensure specifications are met.
- In identifying defects, quality inspectors need to be able to spot problems quickly and efficiently.
- Communicate any defects found to the production team so that corrective actions can be taken.
- Maintaining quality standards and upholding the company's quality standards.
- Communication skills Clear and effective communication, both verbal and written
Clearly document inspection findings and effectively communicate them to supervisors and production teams.
- Strategic Thinking A strategic mindset is needed to identify opportunities for business growth and expansion. Ability to analyze market trends, competitor activities, and customer behavior. Developing and implementing strategic account plans to achieve sales objective
- Problem solving & analysis Strong analytical skills to identify issues and propose solutions. Ability to troubleshoot and resolve issues related to quality. Adaptability to changing circumstances and ability to think on their feet.
- Team collaboration Ability to collaborate effectively with the and contribute to a positive team environment.
- Time Management Excellent organizational skills to priorities tasks effectively.
- Decision Making Making quick and accurate decisions regarding.
- Ethical Conduct Commitment to upholding high ethical standards and ensuring compliance with company policies and regulations.
- Familiarity with various inspection methods.
- Understand relevant quality standards and regulations (e.g. ISO 9000) applied in the industry.
- Basic data analysis skills to identify trends or patterns in inspection results.
- Ability to operate and interpret data from measuring instruments.
- Proficiency in using computers and quality control software.
- Staying up-to-date on new quality control methods and industry best practices.
- Working with people
- Presenting & communicating
- Planning & organising
- Analyzing
- Writing & Reporting
- Achieving personal work goals & objectives
- Reviewing and evaluating
- NQF level -4 - Grade 12/Matric
- Prior experience in quality control or a relevant field.
- Certifications in quality control methodologies like Six Sigma can be advantageous.
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- MS Word-Intermediate
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