211 Qa Manager jobs in South Africa

Takealot.com , South Africa’s leading online retailer, is looking for a highly talented Engineering QA Manager - Logistics to join our team in Cape Town.

We are a young, dynamic, hyper-growth company looking for smart, creative, hard-working people with integrity to join us!

Think you’ve been challenged before? Think again!

• Scale : Over 2.5 million happy shoppers shop online on takealot.com. Show them what you can do.
• Learn : We work with the best of the best, and then some. Code alongside industry leaders and upskill in record time.
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This position reports to the QA Engineering Director.

Your mission, should you choose to accept it:

• Lead a team of QA Analysts and QA Automation Engineers.
• Contribute to the Community of Practice for QA in engineering.
• Drive recruitment for the QA team.
• Raise development quality by developing processes and best practices for testing in dev teams, in collaboration with the developers and managers.
• Improve and automate test strategies.
• Ensure that the team continues to develop and execute test cases to diagnose issues and bugs, creating test data when required.
• Design, develop, maintain and execute automation scripts.
• Design, maintain and implement automation framework with continuous integration covering UI, API and integration tests.
• Identify testing deficiencies and subsequently implement automated tests based on their requirements.
• Ensure that the team continues to identify, record, document thoroughly and track bugs.
• Ensure that the team continues to perform regression testing when bugs are resolved.
• Increase code coverage across the team’s technology stack.
• Develop status reports based on test completion/findings and communicate these to team leaders including any impact on the overall project plan.
• Mentoring and guiding the test team and developers on test approaches and automation suites.

The Skills we need:

• Works well with people, and is passionate about helping people be their best.
• Is a team player, an active listener, a mentor, and able to communicate well.
• Shows solid reasoning and decision-making, with the ability to work under pressure.
• Is passionate about technology, systems and QA.
• Is curious, always learning, and keeping up to date with the industry.
• Self-motivated with strong capability of fast learning.
• Ability to work efficiently both independently and within the team.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to understand and critique requirements.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree or Advanced Diploma in Information Systems, Computer Science, Mathematics, Engineering and a minimum of 5 years of Software QA experience in a software/technology environment is required, 2 years of which should be in a QA management role.
• In the event that a candidate does not have a Bachelor’s Degree or an Advanced Diploma (in Information Systems, Computer Science, Mathematics, or Engineering), an equivalent experience requirement must be met, which equates to a minimum of 8 years of Software QA management experience in a software/technology environment, 2 years of which should be in a QA management role.
• Experience managing testing throughout the SDLC (development testing, unit testing, API testing, performance testing, system testing etc.).
• Strong experience with Python, Java and/or other programming languages.
• Experience with Jenkins or other Continuous Integration applications will be an advantage.
• Understanding of configuration management and version control.
• Strong knowledge of software QA methodologies, tools, and processes.
• Experience in writing clear, concise and comprehensive test plans and test cases.
• Hands-on experience with both white box and black box testing.
• Strong knowledge of SQL and scripting.
• Experience testing and administering in Linux and other Unix environments.
• Experience with unit test frameworks.
• Experience with performance and/or security testing will be an advantage.
• Experience with selenium, appium.
• Experience with Robot Framework will be an advantage.
• Flexibility to learn new technologies and explore new tools.
• Understanding of configuration management and version control.
• Experience in installing, upgrading, configuring and verifying (smoke tests) virtualized testing environments (VMs).

Let’s talk about life @ Takealot Group

• The power is in your hands : We offer a market-related, Total Remuneration Package which allows full flexibility according to your needs. Go on, be the master of your own destiny.
• No doors : We aren’t fans of stuffy offices or siloed work environments. See someone you like? High five, collab and make something great.
• Remote working : Love water cooler chats and working from home? Takealot.com offers a hybrid working model for the best of both worlds.
• Mentorship programme : We aren’t kidding when we say the people with the best people win. Now’s your chance to be one of the best, by learning from the best.
• Naspers Tech Community & Online Learning : Share ideas and grow with global industry leaders who are all just a Slack message away. Love to learn? Up-skill with free access to courses on MyAcademy, Udacity, Coursera and more.
• Good times : Get to know the other extraordinary minds at takealot.com during regular social events and out-of-office activities (think hikes, think mini golf, think good times).
• Staff discount : Millions of products across 28 departments. What more could you ask for?
• Birthday leave : Cake Day all the way. Enjoy your day off - you deserve it.
• Right tools, right job : Mac or Windows, two monitors or one. Whatever your preference, you’ll work on the latest tech, off the latest tech.
• Help when you need it most : Confidential counselling, legal support and financial guidance, for free, anytime, anywhere.
• Tech stack (for days) : ReactJS, Python, Scala, Kotlin, Swift, Google Cloud, Kafka, Redis, Kubernetes and all things machine learning. If you build it, they will come.
• Free parking : No more 5km fun runs to your desk (unless you want to).

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If you meet the above you are an Extraordinary Mind. Apply today!

Takealot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants from the previously disadvantaged groups and people with disabilities will be given preference.

Fine Chemicals requires the services of a Responsible Pharmacist & QA Manager. To qualify for these positions the most suitable candidates must fulfill the following requirements

JOB SPECIFICATIONS:

• Minimum requirement BPharm Degree
• A minimum of 3-5 years of Manufacturing and Quality experience is needed
• A minimum of 5-10 years of Management experience in Pharmaceutical, API, or medical device manufacturing facilities.
• Must have 3-5 years of Management/Supervisory experience
• Must be registered with the Pharmacy Council
• Must have completed Internship & Community Service
• Must have experience in validation processes and requirements
• Must have internal and overseas vendor auditing experience.
• Sound knowledge of GMP regulations (European, US, UK, WHO, PICS).
• Knowledge of other pharmaceutical and scientific standards (ICH, Pharmacopoeia etc.)
• Knowledge and understanding of Quality Management Systems in pharmaceutical and related industries.
• Must have had exposure to international pharmaceutical practices.
• Knowledge of engineering systems as relates to utilities and equipment in facilities.
• Sound knowledge of manufacturing products and processes.
• Knowledge of packaging technology is an advantage.
• Microbiological experience would be advantageous
• Product registration experience would advantageous
• Computer proficiency in MS Office and SAP.

BASIC JOB FUNCTIONS (Brief Summary)

• SAHPRA Permit Applications
• Obtaining the necessary permits for import and export of Specified Schedule 5 and Schedule Substances.
• Host customer and regulatory audits on behalf of Fine Chemicals.
• Technical, supply, and quality agreements are completed accurately and timeously.
• Ensure annual renewal takes place with the South African Pharmacy Council (SAPC)
• Ensure that Management Review (QSMR)of the Quality System is conducted periodically.
• Suitable systems exist for the management of SOPs, change control, deviations are investigated and resolved, CAPA is raised where appropriate, and review and approval of all quality-related documents.
• Systems are managed to ensure compliance with standards in QSMR meetings.
• Establish policies and procedures concerning acts performed and services provided in the company relating to scheduled substance.
• Ensure that there is an effective system for the release/rejection of all APIs/intermediates for use outside the control of FCC.
• To ensure legal compliance to all Acts, i.e. the Pharmacy Act (Act No 53 of 1974, as amended) and the Medicines and Related Substance Control Act (Act 101 of 1965, as amended)
• To carry out the duties of a Responsible Pharmacist in accordance with Regulations 28 of the Pharmacy Act
• To act responsibly in the practice of pharmacist in accordance with operational requirements of the business
• Initiate, compose, implement, and regularly update all documentation related to the Quality Unit.
• Train appropriate personnel in SOP’s and other relevant areas.
li >Administer and conduct internal audits.
• Participate in the batch release process by ensuring adherence of products to GMP guidelines.
• Manage and maintain the Quality Management System.
• Manage and control staff and other resources as required to meet the objectives of the Quality Unit and FCC.
• Adhere to and promote compliance with H&S regulations.
• Conduct supplier audits and participate in vendor management processes.

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES (Brief Summary)

• Good organizational skills, proven leadership skills, and self-driven.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent report writing and document reviewing skills.
• Uncompromising individual integrity and work ethic.
• Exercise interpersonal skills, communication, training, and problem-solving skills to optimize team performance.
• Demonstrate initiative and apply advanced concepts
• Proven leadership skills, self-driven and motivated. 

Suitably qualified applicants are invited to submit their CV’s online on or before the specified date. Preference will be given to applicants from designated groups in accordance with laws governing employment equity, where such laws are applicable to the Aspen entity that will employ the successful candidate. If you have not heard from the HR department within 30 days of this advert closing, please consider your application unsuccessful.

• Matric
• ISO / TS 16949 Quality Auditing

• ISO/TS 16949 Quality Auditing
• Introduction to auditing as per ISO TS 16949
• Automotive approach to auditing (COP & Turtle) Auditing techniques (Tools)
• Auditing principles
• Managing an audit program
• Identifying core business processes
• Identifying supporting & management processes
• Quality Management system
• Basic quality system ISO 9000 + 20
• Elements, QS 9000 & VDA 6.1

• Maintaining quality system, as well as audit preparation.
• Conducting internal audits (Product & Processing audits).
• Identify quality staff training needs.
• Keep up to date with the latest quality and ISO requirements.
• Develop, implement, and facilitate the quality management system.
• Interpret and analyze technical drawings and specifications.
• Interpret and analyze material test certificates.
• Implement and update the inspection and testing, quality record, and internal quality auditing.
• Conducting supplier quality audits.
• Conducting first and second party audits.
• Control plan, FMEA.
• Calibration requirements.
• Certificate of conformance.
• Management of Quality Assurance.
• Liaison with Management, Customers, and Suppliers.
• Implement company policies & procedures.
• Planning, implementing & maintaining company quality policies and procedures to meet both employer and customer requirements.
• Resolve non-conforming situations.
• Chairing and overseeing of annual management review meetings.

R 5000 - R 8000 - Monthly

Reference: CPT000423-CB-1
A position has opened for a QA/QC Manager in the flavour and ingredient industry.

• Actively participate in customer complaint investigation and non-conformances.
• Organize investigation on problems associated with all finished products, including reviewing and printing result history from SAP.
• Ensure Corrective Action Plans are in place, closed off on time and preventive measures are in place for improvement.
• Initiate and facilitate continuous improvement for quality and Food safety system.
• Ensure statistical process control implementation and capability to improve product and package quality.
• Lead Change Control program for the site.
• Define and coordinate the internal quality audit program.
• Ensure employees are trained on quality system and GMP requirements.
• Actively participate in customer or supplier audits and regulatory audits.
• Investigate out of specification lab results and review trends.
• Participate in the validation of new equipment, new product and new product specification.
• Ensure Process Capability programs are implemented, monitored and reviewed by all relevant QA, Quality and Production departments on agreed frequencies.
• Support implementation of Quality at source in the plant and develop Quality Assurance functionality.
• Draft and edit standard operating procedures (SOPs) and analytical procedures as needed.
• Verification of specifications and records of finished products and raw materials.
• Ensure all Quality and GMP documents are current and well maintained in the document management system.
• Standardized test procedures and methods.
• Ensure that Laboratory Equipment is serviced, maintained, calibrated and verified as per agreed standards.
• Manage and adhere to quality budget for all equipment contracts in the lab.
• Ensure that quotations are available in time to update rolling estimates for consumables.
• Ensure that all laboratory CAPEX requirements are communicated and planned for in the annual budget process according to the standard lab list.
• Conduct risk assessment for quality team.
• Assume management of day-to-day operations of applications lab in the absence of Technical Manager.
• Monitor and report on Quality goals and Objectives with Business Strategic objectives.
• Train junior staff.
• Monitoring of suppliers and supplier files/documentation.
• Completion of customer questionnaires.
• Annual Review of HACCP/ TACCP/ VACCP Plan.
• Arrange monthly Food Safety & Management Meeting.
• Capture & distribute minutes to relevant stakeholders.
• Food Safety & Halal & Kosher Assurance Team Leader.

• Grade 12
• Biochemistry Degree
• More than 6 years in a similar position
• FSSC22000 qualified and experienced
• Auditing experience

R 30 000 - R 35 000 - Monthly

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 have 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.

When applying, ensure your CV is in WORD or PDF format, and not scanned. Scanned CVs will not be considered. If you are unable to apply through the link we have provided, please upload your CV to our website

• Problem solving; analytical skills; service orientation; decision making skills; interpersonal skills; report writing skills; attention to detail; initiative; confidentiality; customer focused; logical thinking; information seeking; sense of urgency; computer literacy
• Work independently as well as in a team, possess strong written and verbal communication skills, and have sound work ethics
• Certificate or higher in health sciences, biomedical technology, business administration, or equivalent qualification
• Experience in Quality Assurance and/or Regulatory Affairs in a pharmaceutical environment would be advantageous

The main purpose of this position:

Quality Assurance function - To assist in all necessary functions to ensure company compliance with sound Quality Assurance principles, Good Manufacturing Practice and regulatory requirements relating to the warehousing/distribution of medicines in South Africa, including the product complaint reporting process, product release, internal and external audits and relevant training.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Regulatory Affairs Function

• To assist in product lifecycle management
• Day-to-day RA tasks
• Compilation of minor variation responses
• Updating of PI and PIL leaflets to follow latest SAHPRA guidelines
• Liaising with various departments and regulatory bodies
• Administrative activities
• Samples/Courier services – local & international
• Co-ordination of intellectual hard copy material for off-site storage
• Co-ordination of on-site shredding services of confidential documents

General

Ensure compliance to:

• SAHPRA for compliance with the requirements of the Medicines and Related Substances Act 101 of 1965
• Pharmacy Council for compliance with the requirements of the Pharmacy Act, 53 of 1974
• Aid and support Health Safety & Environmental compliance
• All activities will be under the supervision of a pharmacist

Quality Assurance Function

• Release of imported and locally manufactured products
• Review batch manufacturing, packaging, and laboratory documentation to ensure that production controls, production conditions and results of testing comply with the procedure and finished product specification
• Ensure that batch traceability is maintained for all products (recall procedure)
• Request and review annual product quality reviews
• Trending of local data for all products
• Management of reference samples as well as retention samples
• Ensure that additional sampling, inspection, tests, and checks are carried out or initiated, as appropriate
• Assist in the decision-making of rejected goods, materials, and components.
• Managing & maintaining the Quality Management System
• Setting up and facilitating management review meetings
• Handling and actioning non-conformances
• Implementing CAPA’s (Corrective Actions & Preventative Action)
• Identify and implement improvement opportunities
• Review, update, and maintain master documents, standard operating procedures, and release and batch manufacturing documents
• Responsible for the internal and external audit plan, inspections, reports, and reviews according to the SOP requirements
• Assist and manage statutory inspections from SAHPRA, SAPC, and DOH

Review and update the Site Master File as well as the Quality Manual.

Teraco Data Environments

2025/08/01 Gauteng

Job Reference Number: QA/QC

Department: Infrastructure Development

Business Unit

Industry: Information Technology

Job Type: Permanent

Positions Available: 1

Salary: Market Related

• Develop, implement, and manage a Company Quality System and project-specific QAQC plans, inspection procedures, and checklists.
• Ensure construction activities comply with local codes and technical specifications.
• Lead quality inspections, audits, and assessments across all trades.
• Coordinate with consultants, subcontractors, and internal teams to resolve quality issues.
  
  

• Monitor site activities to ensure proper execution of works and adherence to specifications and standards.
• Review and approve material and method statements in accordance with project standards.
• Maintain documentation for inspection reports, non-conformance reports, and corrective actions.
• Train and guide site teams on quality standards and best practices.
• Prepare site for CONQUAS (Construction Quality Assessment System and QM assessments, including mock-up reviews and scoring strategy.
• Identify and implement continuous improvements to enhance quality performance.
• Team Coordination:
  
  

OBJECTIVES

MAIN FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB

1. Monitor site activities to ensure proper execution of works and adherence to specifications and standards.
2. Review and approve material and method statements in accordance with project standards.
3. Maintain documentation for inspection reports, non-conformance reports, and corrective actions.
4. Train and guide site teams on quality standards and best practices.
5. Prepare site for CONQUAS (Construction Quality Assessment System) and QM assessments, including mock-up reviews and scoring strategies.
6. Identify and implement continuous improvements to enhance quality performance.
7. Team Coordination: Acquaint project personnel with QA requirements and arrangements.
8. Audit and monitor QA systems for compliance and effectiveness.

A position has opened for a QA/QC Manager in the flavour and ingredient industry.

• Grade 12
• Biochemistry Degree
• More than 6 years in a similar position
• FSSC22000 qualified and experienced
• Auditing experience

• Actively participate in customer complaint investigation and non-conformances.
• Organize investigation on problems associated with all finished products, including reviewing and printing result history from SAP.
• Ensure Corrective Action Plans are in place, closed off on time and preventive measures are in place for improvement.
• Initiate and facilitate continuous improvement for quality and Food safety system.
• Ensure statistical process control implementation and capability to improve product and package quality.
• Lead Change Control program for the site.
• Define and coordinate the internal quality audit program.
• Ensure employees are trained on quality system and GMP requirements.
• Actively participate in customer or supplier audits and regulatory audits.
• Investigate out of specification lab results and review trends.
• Participate in the validation of new equipment, new product and new product specification.
• Ensure Process Capability programs are implemented, monitored and reviewed by all relevant QA, Quality and Production departments on agreed frequencies.
• Support implementation of Quality at source in the plant and develop Quality Assurance functionality.
• Draft and edit standard operating procedures (SOPs) and analytical procedures as needed.
• Verification of specifications and records of finished products and raw materials.
• Ensure all Quality and GMP documents are current and well maintained in the document management system.
• Standardized test procedures and methods.
• Ensure that Laboratory Equipment is serviced, maintained, calibrated and verified as per agreed standards.
• Manage and adhere to quality budget for all equipment contracts in the lab.
• Ensure that quotations are available in time to update rolling estimates for consumables.
• Ensure that all laboratory CAPEX requirements are communicated and planned for in the annual budget process according to the standard lab list.
• Implement safety systems for departments.
• Conduct risk assessment for quality team.
• Assume management of day-to-day operations of applications lab in the absence of Technical Manager.
• Monitor and report on Quality goals and Objectives with Business Strategic objectives.
• Train junior staff.
• Monitoring of suppliers and supplier files/documentation.
• Completion of customer questionnaires.
• Annual Review of HACCP/ TACCP/ VACCP Plan.
• Arrange monthly Food Safety & Management Meeting.
• Capture & distribute minutes to relevant stakeholders.
• Food Safety & Halal & Kosher Assurance Team Leader.

R 30 000 - R 35 000 - Monthly