Quality Planner - Bulk Material Handling at Metso

• We are seeking a Quality Planner – Bulk Material Handling. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring that products and processes meet high standards of quality, reliability, and performance, playing a crucial role in ensuring that the final products meet the company’s quality standards.
• In this position, you will report to the Quality Manager
• This position is based in Cape Town

TEAM YOU WILL BELONG TO

• You will be part of a multidisciplinary project team focused on bulk material handling infrastructure in South African ports. In this role, you will collaborate closely with internal and external stakeholders, including Engineering, Procurement, Construction, Compliance, and Client representatives, to ensure quality standards are upheld across all phases of project delivery.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Developing and implementing quality control plans to ensure compliance with industry standards and customer requirements.
• Setting up a timeline for manufacturing, guaranteeing an uninterrupted transition from acquiring raw materials to dispatching the completed product.
• Conducting inspections of processes, products, and materials to identify defects and areas for improvement.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to address quality issues and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Analysing data and performance metrics to identify trends and root causes of quality issues.
• Maintaining documentation and training staff on quality standards.
• Implementing methods to inspect, test and evaluate the reliability of manufacturing processes, products and production equipment
• Working in accordance with deadlines for delivery of products or service.
• Review of supplier quality documents (QCP, WPS, WQR and NDT procedures)
• Liaise with relevant parties both internal and external on matters relating to Quality Management Systems.
• Resolve all NCR’s and supplier quality issues.

WHO YOU ARE

• Matric (Grade 12)
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering and or Quality Management
• SAP knowledge and experience (Quality Module)
• Minimum five years’ experience in Quality Management Systems and Engineering
• Extensive knowledge of ISO 9001 standards
• Experience in conducting supplier sustainability audits
• A thorough understanding of the company’s products and its associated markets would be advantageous

INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL INTERFACES

• Ownership of the Supplier Audit and Quality monitoring process.
• Interface with various business units and staff.

HARD AND SOFT SKILLS ESSENTIAL FOR THIS ROLE

• Excellent communication skills
• Excellent people management skills
• Strong influencing and coaching skills
• Being analytical and able to interpret data to produce clear and concise reports
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office with more advanced IT skills / knowledge advantageous
• Maintenance and reporting of Quality records
• Ability to work under pressure, manage multiple tasks, and meet strict deadlines
• Experience in delivering in-house training for effective execution of Quality Management Systems  
• Strong organizational skills
• High attention to detail and a strong commercial focus
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Strong ownership and collaborative skills

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU

• An inspiring purpose – Be part of transforming the mining industry toward sustainability
• Compensation and rewards – Participate in a global incentive program tied to performance
• Hybrid working possibilities - While we are big advocates of meeting and collaborating in person, we believe in fostering a flexible work environment
• A thriving culture – Inclusive, courageous, and caring environment
• Extensive learning opportunities – Growth dialogues, mentoring, global mobility
• Worldwide support – Leverage Metso’s global network for collaboration and success