Overview
Inspector, Quality Assurance – QA/QC, Quality Technician/ Inspector Jobs in Durban, South Africa at SGS
Job Description
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
To report on, inspections on Mineral commodities, in accordance with instructions received from Site Supervisor.
Train staff on site with regards to sampling
Administer risk assessments before inspection is done
Monitor field auditors and samplers in terms of the efficiency of activities carried out.
Check timesheets for Blu staff based on supervision of staff
Compile field reports, photographs and details summarises for all inspections and upload to Share Point
RESPONSIBILITIES
Maintain quality, efficiency and confidentiality of service
Liaise with site supervisor and arrange efficient allocation of staff that limits overtime and promotes safety
Continuously upgrade the quality of services offered
Establish, direct and review the system of application, recording, certification, filing, sample storage and field auditing
Communicate with other sample preparation supervisor to achieve the required turnaround time for all submitted samples
Assign duties [and assist when necessary] in the coordination of shipments and other fieldwork.
Assign duties in coordinating and Compiling of Spreadsheets of results, updating daily and reporting to client.
Assist in the efficient administrative running of the office as instructed by site supervisor
Implementation of cost control measures mainly with respect to proper allocation of staff and PPE usage on field
Liaise with warehouse and port personnel and arrange inspections
To ensure compliance with all the requirements of the inspection order (mission order and risk assessment)
Keep direct superior informed regarding progress and/or non-conformance. Implement needed corrective action.
Assist in continuously upgrading the quality of services offered, in support of the “Customer Services” policy and minimise client complaints and claims
General office duties
Proper implementation of SIR promptly and other SGS platforms needed for inspections
Attend to inspection operation of Mineral cargoes following International Standards and Company policies and mandate given by the principal
To carry out and/or supervise all weighing operations if required by the mandate
To ensure compliance with all the requirements of the inspection order
Perform any other reasonable tasks as assigned by direct line manager
Train staff on site to achieve quality in inspection
SPECIFIC AUTHORITIES
Coordinate and report on inspections timely
Communicate with the client with accurate & honest findings from inspection
Guide and assist junior staff and samplers on site
Key Performance indicators
100% usage of SIR
Timely reporting of inspections
Little to no customer complaints
Execution of inspections in line with MO & RAM
Monitoring of staff time on site
Qualifications
Education
Minimum Grade 12 (Matric), preferably with Math’s and Science
Post-matric qualification in sampling and inspection services
Computer Literacy in Word and Excel, Microsoft outlook
Experience
Minimum of 3 years of Trade related experience or similar
Languages:
Proficiency in English (Read, Speak, Write)
Typing Skills
If the incumbent is new in the industry, background and qualifications shall be a criteria
Competencies
Good interpersonal skills
Ability to problem solve
Calculation capability – To ensure accurate scoring of clients results
Title: Inspector, Quality Assurance – QA/QC, Quality Technician/ Inspector
Company: SGS
Location: Durban, South Africa
Category: Quality Assurance – QA/QC (Quality Technician/ Inspector, Quality Control / Manager, Quality Engineering, QA Specialist / Manager)
