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Core Competencies
Role fitCore Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in Quality Management Systems aligned with ISO 9001, with a strong focus on Production Part Approval Processes (PPAP) and continuous improvement methodologies such as Lean and Six Sigma. Proven ability to lead quality teams, analyze production data, and implement corrective actions to enhance product quality and compliance.
Highest-signal resume keywords
ISO 9001 Quality Management SystemsLean ManufacturingSix SigmaRoot-Cause AnalysisQuality Data Analysis
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Hard Skills
Production Part Approval Processes (PPAP)Statistical Process Control (SPC)Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA)Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA)Quality Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)Inspection ProtocolsSampling PlansCalibration and Maintenance ChecksQuality AuditsProcess Validation
Soft Skills
Analytical SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsCommunication SkillsTraining SkillsPeople Management
Tools & Technologies
Quality/ERP Software
Certifications & Qualifications
Lean Manufacturing CertificationSix Sigma Certification
Industry Keywords
ManufacturingAppliance ManufacturingRenewables ManufacturingHealth and Safety RegulationsEnvironmental Regulations
Tech Stack
Tools & technologiesERP
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Lead and maintain Production Part Approval Processes (PPAP) for all items produced at UpEnergy facilities
- Implement and maintain Quality Management Systems aligned to ISO 9001 and applicable product standards
- Review incoming, in-process, and final inspection protocols, acceptance criteria, and sampling plans such as AQL
- Support root-cause analysis and Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA) for manufacturing-related non-conformances, customer complaints, and field failures
- Ensure calibration and maintenance checks are performed correctly and on schedule for production and inspection equipment
- Monitor incoming-material quality through material audits and corrective-action follow-through with procurement
- Track and report quality KPIs including first-pass yield, defect rate, cost of poor quality, and customer returns to senior leadership
- Train and develop the in-country quality team and build quality awareness across production staff
- Partner with Global Engineering and R&D on design-for-quality reviews and product/process changes
- Drive continuous improvement using Lean, Six Sigma, or equivalent methodologies to reduce variation and waste
- Ensure quality processes comply with health, safety, and environmental regulations and UpEnergy Global standards
- Work with in-country teams to validate manufacturing processes and maintain product and process quality across large-scale manufacturing facilities
Requirements
What you’ll need- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Technology, or a related field
- 5+ years of experience in a technical role, with clear evidence of independent work
- Working knowledge of ISO 9001 or equivalent QMS
- Knowledge of SPC, FMEA, 8D/root-cause analysis, and control plans
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to interpret production and quality data
- Keen eye for detail
- Demonstrated people-management, communication, and training skills
- Experience in a factory or production-line environment
- Experience in appliance or renewables manufacturing is a plus
- Formal training or certification in Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or a recognized quality discipline is a significant advantage
- Proficiency with quality/ERP software is a plus
- Ability to travel frequently to facilities around Africa
- Regular exposure to a production environment
Benefits
Comp & perks- Mission-driven work focused on reducing CO2 emissions and fighting energy poverty
- Opportunity to work on innovative projects impacting millions of lives across Africa
- Opportunity to contribute to global expansion and equitable decarbonization
- Dynamic team environment
- Work contributing to sustainable, life-improving technologies