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Graduate Quality Engineer Jobs in Mkhambathini, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa at ExecutivePlacements.com
Title: Graduate Quality Engineer
Company: ExecutivePlacements.com
Location: Mkhambathini, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
Graduate Quality Engineer
Recruiter:
Greys Personnel
Job Ref:
DBN003457/nm
Date posted:
Thursday, March 26, 2026
Location:
uMgungundlovu – Mkhambathini (Camperdown), South Africa
SUMMARY:
We are currently looking for a Graduate Quality Engineer to support the Quality Department in ensuring that all products meet company and customer quality standards.
POSITION INFO:
Minimum Requirements:
Education
- Bachelor’s Degree or National Diploma in:
- Mechanical Engineering
- Industrial Engineering
- Quality Engineering
- Or related field
- Basic understanding of quality management systems
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Attention to detail and accuracy
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work in a team environment
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
- Basic knowledge of quality tools (e.g., SPC, FMEA) is advantageous
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist in monitoring and maintaining quality standards in line with Volvo’s global requirements
- Conduct inspections and audits on raw materials, in-process production, and finished products
- Support root cause analysis and problem-solving activities (e.g., 8D, Fishbone, 5 Why)
- Collect, analyse, and report on quality data and trends
- Participate in internal and external quality audits
- Assist in implementing corrective and preventive actions (CAPA)
- Ensure compliance with ISO standards (e.g., ISO 9001, IATF 16949 where applicable)
- Support continuous improvement initiatives (Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma)
- Liaise with production teams to address quality concerns
- Maintain accurate quality documentation and records.
- Problem-solving follow-ups (QRPS, RNCs, EWOs)
- Audit preparation and action tracking
- Environmental reporting
- Shop-floor quality monitoring
- Digital reporting and system updates (GPS/ePS)
How to apply: