A well established, Automotive client in East London is looking for a Quality Manager (Plant).Purpose of the job:To manage Quality Management Systems (BRMP) in Sharepoint and Processes to achieve plant specificobjectives and meet Customer Specific Requirements (CSR).Key Performance AreasQuality Strategy:• Develop the Total Quality Strategic Plan and ensure implementation for the Plant.• Provide Strategic and Change Leadership to the Total Quality Team.Quality Management:• Manage Quality at Source (Green Areas).• Manage requirements related to Quality and other standards (IATF 16949:2016'ISO 9001:2015 & VDA 6.3:2016).• Drive Quality Empowerment into Manufacturing.• Facilitate action teams and improvement program's to continually improve on identified risks.• Compile Quality Topics for Quality Awareness Training in conjunction with Training Department.• Plan and set up testing programmes to investigate Quality issues and recommend changes.Quality Assurance:• Maintain IATF 16949:2016 Certification.• Contribute to and improve on the operation of the Quality Assurance system and manage and implement the Quality Assurance system.• Develop and approve Quality Procedures, Work Instructions, etc., Plant specific.Audits:• Co-ordinate and facilitate customer audits of the product and product capability.• Conduct internal System audits 1st Tier IATF 16949:2016 and Process audits, 1st Tier, VDA 6.3:2016.• Assist with Product Audits.Supply Quality Assurance (SQA):• Specify Supplier Acceptable Quality Levels (AQL's) (Tolerances, Drawing requirements, Tooling, PPM's etc.).• Analyse Supplier Performance (Product Quality, Special Status, etc.) and make recommendations.Quality Control:• Establish and manage Critical Control Points in the Process.• Analyse the PPM's and defect trends and make recommendations.Information Management and Direction Focussing:• Ensure data collection and analyses of data trends and focus areas for improvement drives.• Conduct Plant Management Reviews.Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP):• Review Quality Risks of APQP activities.• Ensure compliance to process and Customer Specific Requirements.• Approve Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) prior to Customer submission.• Provide input to the Contract Review Process.Continuous Improvement:• Research and evaluate alternative Quality testing equipment.• Identify, suggest and implement corrective actions to improve Quality.• 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 disputesSHE:• Conduct continuous Risk Assessments in the workplace• Conduct Planned Task Observations in the workplace• Identify potential hazards and critical safety issues in the workplace• Address workplace hazards and risks• Apply safety, health and environment practices and legal requirements when working on machines and equipmentMinimum qualifications:National Diploma Quality Management or EngineeringAdditional qualifications:Trained Auditor ISO 9001;2015; IATF 16949:2016 & VDA 6.3:2016If you have a passion for the Retail (clothing) industry, a strong management background, and the ability to drive results across multiple departments, we want to hear from you! Send your CV to Alana Botha at