Quality Manager – Cape Town

About the role

A reputable South African manufacturer of softwear and home linen, represented by a recruiter, is looking for an experienced Quality Manager to lead quality assurance across its manufacturing operations. The position is based in Cape Town, at management level, and is open to South African citizens only.

Key responsibilities

• Manage and continuously improve quality management systems and standards.
• Oversee raw material, in-process and final product inspections.
• Ensure compliance with customer specifications, industry standards and product requirements.
• Lead quality control teams and manage supplier performance.
• Investigate defects, drive root-cause analysis and implement corrective actions.
• Reduce waste, rework and customer complaints through continuous improvement.

Required profile

• National Diploma or degree in Textile Technology, Clothing and Textile Technology, Quality Management, Industrial Engineering or a related field (preferred).
• Formal quality qualification or training such as ISO 9001 Internal or Lead Auditor, Six Sigma Green Belt or SAQI (advantageous).
• Minimum 5 years' quality control or assurance experience in textile, clothing or home textile manufacturing, including at least 2 years in management.
• Proven experience in sewing, quilting and finishing quality, ideally in bedding, duvets, pillows or similar home textiles.
• Experience in customer and retailer audits and handling customer complaints.
• Strong knowledge of textile materials, fabric and fibre properties, sewing and quilting construction and common defect types.

Required skills

• Working knowledge of AQL sampling, inspection standards and textile testing methods.
• Competence in root cause analysis and continuous improvement tools.
• Data analysis and reporting; proficiency in MS Excel, Word and PowerPoint, and familiarity with ERP or production systems.

Applications are made through the recruiter's contact details listed in the original advert.