Quality Auditor

Caterpillar Inc. · Gauteng

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About the Role

  • We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Quality Auditor to join our Quality Department. This role is responsible for conducting a wide range of quality and inventory audits across the facility to ensure inventory accuracy, operational compliance, and adherence to established quality standards.
  • The successful candidate will participate in a comprehensive six-week training program and work closely with global audit teams while supporting internal and external audit requirements.
  • This is an excellent opportunity for a warehousing professional with strong inventory control knowledge who is passionate about accuracy, compliance, and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

  • Perform Record Accuracy Management RAM audits across warehouse locations, bins, racks, and yard areas.
  • Conduct Putaway, Setup, Location, and Kill audits to verify inventory accuracy and system integrity.
  • Complete daily/nightly Physical Inventory PI audit checks and cycle count validations.
  • Conduct Statistical Test Counts STC and support verification recount activities.
  • Perform outbound shipping and stage lane audits to proactively reduce customer claims.
  • Execute Over the Counter OTC dealer audits and investigate discrepancies.
  • Conduct scrap audits, including damaged stock, unidentified inventory, and disposal verification.
  • Perform Bureau of Veritas inspection audits and other compliance-related assessments.
  • Audit high-value inventory areas, including lock-up facilities and engine storage locations.
  • Support stock takes and indirect material audits.
  • Maintain audit records and support physical document archiving activities.
  • Participate in 5S, Continuous Improvement, Standard Work, and Lean audits.
  • Drive compliance through quality standard work practices.
  • Investigate inventory discrepancies and recommend corrective actions.
  • Attend daily quality review meetings and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Participate in facility committees and operational improvement projects.

Minimum Requirements

  • Minimum qualification: Matric / Grade 12.
  • Minimum 10 years of warehousing, logistics, or distribution center experience.
  • Valid MHE licenses Forklift, Reach Truck and/or Order Picker.
  • Good command of the English language, both written and verbal.
  • Strong understanding of inventory control and warehouse processes.
  • Ability to work independently and maintain a high level of accuracy.
  • Willingness to work rotational shifts. 1st, 2nd and 3rd shifts

Preferred Requirements

  • Previous Quality Auditing experience.
  • Exposure to SAP EWM or Warehouse Management Systems.
  • Experience with inventory accuracy programs and cycle counting.
  • Knowledge of 5S, Lean, Continuous Improvement, or Quality Management Systems.

Key Competencies

  • Attention to Detail
  • Integrity and Accountability
  • Analytical Thinking
  • Problem Solving
  • Inventory Control Knowledge
  • Communication Skills
  • Time Management
  • Continuous Improvement Mindset
  • Compliance Focus
  • Team Collaboration
  • Third Shift: 23:30 - 08:00 permanent night shift position available

Additional information

  • Relocation will not be supported
  • Onsite, 5 days a week.
  • Shift requirements - First Shift: 07:00 - 15:30, Second Shift: 15:00 - 23:30 , Third shift: midnight – 8am rotational
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