Quality Assurance Technician

BURN Manufacturing, established in 2011, operates in the Energy & Utilities and Manufacturing sectors in Kiambu County, Kenya, focusing on innovative product development.

The Quality Assurance Technician at BURN Manufacturing will collaborate with the Quality Control team, manufacturing staff, and the research and development department. This role is crucial for ensuring that all inspection and testing procedures are effectively implemented and consistently maintained across operations. The technician will also play a key part in developing and upholding quality standards to meet the company's stringent requirements.

1. Support the New Product Development (NPD) and Operations teams by gathering test data, preparing reports, and providing quality feedback throughout the testing phase.
2. Ensure that all technical documents required for production adhere to document control and revision management standards.
3. Analyze data to identify trends in product quality or defects, working to prevent recurrence and future issues.
4. Determine the root causes of problems within the production process and propose or implement corrective actions.
5. Conduct audits of quality jigs, fixtures, tools, and equipment to confirm they are calibrated and current.
6. Verify that products consistently meet the quality and integrity requirements of both the organization and its customers.
7. Ensure all manufacturing processes comply with relevant industry standards and regulations.
8. Identify potential areas for enhancing existing quality control processes.

1. Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.
2. At least 2 years of experience in a manufacturing or production environment, preferably in Quality Assurance/Quality Control or process engineering.
3. Practical knowledge of quality control methodologies.
4. Experience with inspection and testing processes, including proficiency in using various measuring instruments.
5. Strong data analysis skills, particularly with tools like Excel, for identifying trends, defects, and process deviations.
6. Familiarity with document control systems and revision management practices.
7. Understanding of relevant industry standards, such as ISO 9001 and applicable EN standards.
8. Basic CAD skills (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD) for reviewing drawings, jigs, and fixtures.
9. Experience with quality tools including FMEA, Control Plans, and PPAP.
10. Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma principles.
11. High attention to detail and a structured approach to problem-solving.