QA / QC Manager at Huko Advisory services

Job Purpose

• The QA/QC Manager oversees all aspects of quality assurance and quality control processes within the organization to ensure compliance with regulatory standards and customer expectations.

This role involves:

• Developing and implementing quality management systems.
• Conducting audits and inspections.
• Analyzing data to identify areas for improvement.
• Leading a team of QA/QC professionals.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Designing, implementing, and maintaining quality management systems (QMS) to ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.
• Establishing quality control procedures and protocols to monitor and maintain product/service quality throughout the production/service delivery process.
• Providing and coordinating required on-the-job training hours. Assisting in the certification of NDT for Level I and Level II inspectors.
• Planning and conducting internal audits and inspections to assess adherence to quality standards, procedures, and regulations.
• Coordinating with external auditors and regulatory agencies to facilitate external audits and inspections.
• Collecting, analyzing, and interpreting quality-related data to identify trends, patterns, and areas for improvement.
• Preparing reports and presentations summarizing quality metrics, audit findings, and improvement initiatives for management review.
• Leading continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product/service quality, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness.
• Implementing corrective and preventive actions (CAPAs) to address non-conformities and prevent recurrence of quality issues.
• Establishing quality requirements and specifications for suppliers and vendors.
• Conducting supplier/vendor audits and evaluations to ensure compliance with quality standards and contractual requirements.
• Providing training and guidance to staff on quality management principles, procedures, and best practices.
• Fostering a culture of quality and accountability within the organization through training and awareness programs.
• Staying abreast of relevant industry regulations, standards, and best practices to ensure compliance.
• Ensuring that VACC services meet all applicable regulatory requirements and certifications.
• Any other duties that may be assigned from time to time.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Bachelor's Degree in Quality Management, Engineering, Science, or other relevant field.
• Proven experience in quality assurance/quality control roles, preferably in a supervisory or managerial capacity.
• Strong knowledge of quality management principles, standards, and methodologies (e.g., ISO standards, Six Sigma).
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate cross-functionally and lead teams.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining high standards of quality and compliance.
• Certification in quality management (e.g., Certified Quality Manager, Certified Quality Auditor) is an added advantage.
• Ability to work efficiently in a multicultural environment.