LEAD MANAGER AND HEAD OF QUALITY MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS

VACANCY

Botswana’s 100% electrical cable export-oriented manufacturing company is planning to increase its footprint in SADC region and to increase its market share. A part of this strategy is to create products which not only meet regional and international quality standards but also exceed market expectations.

In pursuance of this strategy, the company wishes to strengthen its human resources and needs to recruit the following technical personnel.

Job Description

This is a very senior position in the company’s organizational structure and the person will be a key functionary in managing QMS department. He will ensure that electrical cables produced in the manufacturing units adhere to regional and international standards. He will provide necessary technical support to the manufacturing department in achieving this goal through regular monitoring of production processes for technical integrity. He will design suitable inspection modules.
His responsibilities include maintaining regular contacts with SABS and other international standard bodies, act as technical resource person and ensuring regular industry certification. He will be the overall in charge of Test Laboratories.

Core Competencies

2.1 Knowledge about QMS as applicable to Electric Cable Manufacturing
2.2 In depth knowledge of electrical cable manufacturing processes, raw materials and machines.
2.3 In depth knowledge of Electric Cable Testing procedures.
2.3 SANS/BS/US/IEC Industrial standards relating to Electrical Cables
2.4 Ability to guide, supervise and train laboratory staff
2.5 Ability to use Microsoft Office and Busy Software

Educational & Technical Qualifications

3.1 A degree in Pure Sciences or Engineering

Minimum Experience Required

1. A minimum of 15 years or working in a reputed, preferably ISO certified Electric Cable Manufacturing Company as a Technical Manager (Quality).
   Candidates with experience in dealing with International Certification bodies will be a given preference.