Junior QA Engineer (12 month contract)

Junior QA Engineer (12 month contract)Recruiter:Persona StaffJob Ref:CPT006405/HDate posted:Thursday, March 5, 2026Location:Cape Town, South AfricaSUMMARY:Our client, a well-established engineering and manufacturing company based in Cape Town, is seeking a technically strong Junior QA Engineer to join their quality and engineering team on a 12-month fixed-term contract.POSITION INFO:Responsibilities:Assist with root cause analysis on product non-conformances and implement corrective action plansPerform in-depth technical testing to identify product design and process improvementsEvaluate product warranty claims and recurring customer issuesConduct real-time quality checks throughout manufacturing processesImplement sampling plans and inspection protocolsParticipate in supplier audits and internal systems auditsMaintain product performance databases and quality documentationGenerate reports and presentations summarising findings and improvement recommendationsIdentify and communicate deviations from quality standardsSupport risk assessments and update mitigation plansAssist in developing and monitoring corrective and preventative action plans (CAPA)Facilitate communication of product changes and quality feedback to customersSupport continuous improvement initiatives across engineering and productionRequirements:Matric with strong marks in English and MathematicsBachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering (BEng)Minimum 2 years’ experience in a manufacturing environmentISO 9001 knowledge and Quality Management System awarenessExposure to internal audits or compliance checksStrong written communication skills with the ability to draft professional reportsProficient in Afrikaans (English advantageous)Own reliable transportThis role focuses on product quality assurance, risk analysis, root cause investigations, and continuous improvement within a manufacturing environment. The successful candidate will work closely with engineering, production, and quality control teams to ensure product performance, compliance, and customer satisfaction.To apply, please send your CV toPersona Staff (Pty) Ltd is POPIA compliant. All personal information is processed in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act for recruitment purposes only.