Durban: Quality Manager

Job Purpose To lead external quality and projects for the business unit and support in co-ordinating SHE compliance. Minimum Requirements Matric / Grade 12 National Diploma Quality Management or Engineering National Diploma Safety Management or relevant experience in SHE management (advantageous) 5 years in a similar role Additional Qualification Trained Auditor ISO 9001;2015; IATF 16949:2016 & VDA 6.3:2016 Key Performance Areas Quality Strategy Develop the Total Quality Strategic Plan and ensure implementation for the Business Unit Support the business unit in driving down external PPM and maintaining good customer relationships Quality Management Manage requirements related to Quality and other standards (IATF 16949:2016’ISO 9001:2015 & VDA 6.3:2016). Drive Quality through various team / departments Lead quality meetings and reporting on external customer satisfaction Lead project management for each site and overall business unit Manage and improve relationships with all customers Quality Assurance Support the business unit in ensuring that IATF 16949 certification is upheld Develop and approve Quality Procedures and Policies for the Business Unit Audits Develops audit plans Supports and gives plants direction during external quality audits Information Management and Direction Focussing Participate in business unit management reviews. Conduct business unit QMS review meetings Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) Manage the contract review process. Continuous Improvement Develop an updated Continuous Improvement Plan. People Management Ensure an enabling climate/culture. Ensure a safe, secure and legal working environment. Manage individual, team and departmental performance to achieve organisational objectives. Compile and update Performance Contracts and Individual Development Plans and facilitate individual career path planning. Determine the training needs of the Department. Conduct Performance Reviews and manage sub-standard performance. Coach and counsel people to ensure improved performance levels Ensure discipline is maintained in department (absenteeism, lateness, overtime, misconduct, etc.) Resolve grievances and disputes SHE Support management in delivering SHE objectives Assist with the implementation of new or existing SHE related legislation, rules and company standards Special Projects: Lead and Manage Projects team from inception of enquiry till full handover to Production team. Finance Support all initiatives to drive down cost through better quality Budgeting of annual quality and safety compliance items