Industrial Quality Inspector

At Alstom, we understand transport networks and what moves people. From high-speed trains, metros, monorails, and trams, to turnkey systems, services, infrastructure, signalling and digital mobility, we offer our diverse customers the broadest portfolio in the industry. Every day, more than 80 000 colleagues lead the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide, connecting cities as we reduce carbon and replace cars.

JOB TITLE: Quality Inspector – Limited Duration – based in Durban
PURPOSE OF THE JOB
▪ Inspection of part / product / train / installation
▪ Support Improvement of Zero Defect Program
▪ Reporting of defects & ensure product compliance (check after rework), especially for Special Processes
MAIN RESPONSABILITIES 
Accountabilities & Authorities:
▪ Perform inspections and ensure product compliance (check after rework) according to Quality Control Plan
▪ Records inspection results in the industrial digital tools as required
▪ Support EPU manager for Station to Station Hand Over
▪ Perform Workstation Quality Animation with EPU (Elementary Production Unit) manager including 
simple problem solving (5W)
▪ Perform destructive & non-destructive examination
▪ Ensure the use of correctly calibrated tools and equipment in all inspections within manufacturing 
operations.
▪ Conduct work station and other related audits
▪ On time reporting of problems from any source related to product quality.
▪ Participating in Problem solving activities – QRQC, Quality Animation.
▪ Monitoring of corrective and preventative actions and close out of NCRs from internal /external Customer.
▪ Evaluate problems and make initial recommendations for possible corrective action.
▪ Reports to the Industrial Quality Manager the status of inspection results, including KPIs
▪ Support Zero Defect Program Objective
▪ Perform other job-related tasks as assigned by Industrial Quality Engineer/Manager
▪ Car History Book compilation
▪ Shift work will be required
Performance measurements:
▪ Inspection method time adherence
▪ Self-Inspection effectiveness
▪ Proper defect characterization (e.g. Defect catalogue, 5W2H, Acceptance criteria’s, …)
▪ Management of rework (Validation included)
▪ DPU and External demerit performance
RESTRICTED
MAIN REQUIRED COMPETENCES
▪ Minimum of a technical qualification at Trade or Diploma level
▪ Must be able to read drawings / specifications and familiar with a variety of test equipment
▪ Must be Micro-soft proficient
▪ Railway experience is advantageous
▪ Associates degree, technical major preferred
▪ Special Process Qualification minimum at Level 2 according to Quality Academy criteria’s – preferred
▪ Minimum of 3 to 5 years working experience in industrial quality
▪ Quality inspection experience within manufacturing industry including using of digital tools
▪ License and own transport will be preferred
▪ Auditing experience – preferrable 
Competencies & Skills
▪ Team player
▪ Attention to detail
▪ Result orientated
▪ Rigor & communication
▪ Experience in operational activities in documentation management & collaboration and team working
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those under consideration will be contacted.
We will recruit according to the requirements of our Company’s Employment Equity Plan

Alstom is the leading company in the mobility sector, solving the most interesting challenges for tomorrow’s mobility. That’s why we value inquisitive and innovative people who are passionate about working together to reinvent mobility, making it smarter and more sustainable. Day after day, we are building an agile, inclusive and responsible culture, where a diverse group of people are offered opportunities to learn, grow and advance in their careers, with options across functions and geographic locations. Are you ready to join a truly international community of great people on a challenging journey with a tangible impact and purpose?  Equal opportunity statement:
Alstom is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive working environment where all our employees are encouraged to reach their full potential, and individual differences are valued and respected.  All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by local law.