Quality control and planning engineers plan production schedules, work sequences, and manufacturing and processing procedures to ensure accuracy, quality and reliability.

Entry Reqirements

Honours, Bachelor's degree

Typical Tasks

• Oversees effective implementation of adopted processes, schedules and procedures.
• Prepares plan of sequence of operations and completion dates for each phase of production or processing.
• Analyses plans, drawings, specifications and safety, quality, accuracy, reliability and contractual requirements.
• Prepares work flow charts for individual departments and compiles detailed instructions on processes, work methods and quality and safety standards for workers.
• Ensures accuracy of machines, jigs, fixtures, gauges and other manufacturing and testing equipment.
• Devises inspection, testing and evaluation methods for bought-in materials, components, semi-finished and finished products.

Desired Skills

Reading Comprehension, Active Learning, Active Listening, Mathematics, Writing, Critical Thinking, Speaking, Learning Strategies, Monitoring, Science