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Education & Experience: • Degree or Diploma in physical metallurgy, majoring in foundry metallurgy and processes • Minimum of 10 years in an iron foundry, preferably in a high volume, mechanized green sand, production environment • 3 years in the automotive industry • Development of new products (or being part of the development team) • Compiling material specifications • Functioning of a metallurgical laboratory with subordinates • PC Literate: Microsoft Office Job Requirements & Responsibilities: • To manage and oversee all metallurgical processes in accordance with company and customer (internal and external) requirements. This would include metal and sand specification control, metallurgical process controls, evaluating incoming raw materials, compiling material specifications, metallurgical reports, etc. • To ensure continuing compliance with the TS 16949, ISO 9001, ISO 14001, VDA 6.3 and other related and relevant standards and requirements • To be responsible for the efficient operation of the foundry metallurgical laboratory (man, equipment and process) and to ensure that the internal and external customer requirements and specifications are adhered to • To ensure that all Autocast PE work instructions are processed, maintained and actioned in accordance with requirements • To ensure that all audit procedures are conducted efficiently and timeously • To assist and support management and other departments in problem solving so that quality standards meet internal and customer requirements • To provide training for internal customers so that quality standards are effected • To implement and maintain the MDW process in laboratory departments • To provide advice to the company on material specifications, tests, etc. on current and new work. • Generating technical reports (professionally) • Identification of casting defects and root causes • Full management of laboratory personnel Should you meet the above criteria, please kindly forward your CV to shavonne.vanderwalt@autocast.co.za

Duties: Establishing root causes and implement corrective actions for allocated quality problems. Interfacing with various departments. Present findings / reports at various forums and management structures. Liaising with overseas counterparts with regard to build/quality matters. Co-ordinate and be accountable for Body Shop and Paint Shop Quality issues. Lead cross functional teams when required. Monitor and reporting of non-conformances and processes and initiating corrective actions to drive early detection. Requirements: Have a minimum National Diploma in one of the engineering sciences Have 3 -5 years experience within the manufacturing industry

Minimum Requirements: 5+ Years of experience in quality control 3-5 Years of experience in a managerial role Matric Degree/Diploma in related field Professional Registration (FSSC, ISO, SAQI - preferable) Strong knowledge of quality control methodologies, processes, and procedures Experience with quality management software and statistical analysis tools Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills Duties and Responsibilities: Leadership and Management: Lead and mentor a team of quality control inspectors, analysts, and technicians. Establish and maintain performance standards and goals for the team. Quality Control Processes: Develop and implement comprehensive quality control systems, processes, and procedures. Monitor production processes to ensure adherence to quality standards and identify areas for improvement. Oversee the inspection and testing of products. Compliance and Auditing: Ensure compliance with industry regulations, company policies, and quality standards. Lead internal and external quality audits and manage the resolution of non-conformities. Reporting and Documentation: Prepare and present regular reports on quality performance to senior management. Ensure accurate and thorough documentation of quality control activities. Continuous Improvement: Analyze quality data to identify trends, root causes of defects, and opportunities for improvement. Implement corrective and preventative actions. Collaborate with other departments to enhance product quality and process efficiency. Stakeholder Management: Act as the primary point of contact for quality-related matters with suppliers, customers, and regulatory bodies. PLEASE NOTE: Thank you for your interest in this position, we will review and be in touch if you are suitable. Due to the amount of applications we receive for each position, we are unable to respond to each one individually. Please accept your application as unsuccessful if you had no feedback within 7 days of applying. Your CV will remain on our database and we will be in touch for other suitable positions. *** In the meantime, please download our