Supplier Quality Assurance Officer - ModderfonteinFull job descriptionJob DescriptionComply with governance and established policies, systems, Adhere to and champion the AECI SQA framework, standards and tools to ensure quality inputs into the businessConduct internal and supplier quality auditsSupplier quality performance information gathering and reportingManagement of risk through the identification and reporting of peculiar trends and incidentsCoordinating the recertification and verification of input packaging materials for regulatory and technical complianceCoordinate and oversee Mould Qualification process for moulded componentsConduct and support trials and investigations of inputs originating from alternative sources of supply as required by the New Product introduction process; and also for technical problem resolutionsAssist with investigations into recovery opportunities of non-conforming materials and make recommendationsInterface with Sourcing to ensure that incoming supply meets AECI quality standardsInterface with R & D for specification amendments when improvement opportunities are observedProvide input to change proposal process to ensure QMS & technical requirements are metProvide specialist quality support and advisoryProvide input on quality assurance requirements during supplier selection process in line with AECI’s quality standardsTake initiative to perform regular quality training and awareness campaigns where applicableProvide quality support and advisoryManage the quality system, capturing and following up on complaints and corrective actionsStakeholder relations and management: Maintain contact and build good working relations with plant line managers to facilitate continuous improvement processes; Liaise with procurement on sourcing and logistics of products as requiredSupport continual business improvementprocedures and practicesComply with Safety, Health and Environment standardsQualifications & ExperienceNational diploma or formal quality related qualification1 -2 years experienceKnowledge of all legal and safety requirements, e.g.. Explosives Act, OHS Act, and Factory / Departmental RegulationsKnowledge of good explosive practicesKnowledge and understanding of Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing or similar manufacturing philosophiesSound understanding of the AECI quality management system and ISO 9000Internal Auditor ISO 9001Appropriate ISO Quality qualification and accreditation or quality engineering background
