Quality Inspector (Wheelsets & Bogies)

Wabtec Corporation; Burton upon Trent; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Wabtec Corporation in [location] is seeking a proactive Wheelsets & Bogies Quality Inspector to join our Operational Excellence team at the Barton Under Needwood facility. This role focuses on ensuring components meet customer, supplier, and regulatory requirements through proactive inspection and problem solving.

The role involves goods-in inspections, ISIR/PPAP activities, and managing quality records, with collaboration across internal teams and suppliers.

Qualifications

• 3+ years' experience inspecting and measuring engineering components.
• Experience producing First Article Inspection Reports (FAIRs) and supporting PPAP activities.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Proficient in precision measuring equipment and inspection techniques.
• Experience in rail industry or similar engineering/manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and measure components against engineering drawings and specifications.
• Complete goods-in inspections, ISIRs, and PPAP-related activities.
• Review supplier documentation and maintain quality records.
• Manage non-conforming products, including quarantine, claims, and supplier returns.
• Raise and investigate quality issues through the WIM system.
• Release compliant products through the MRP system.
• Conduct stock checks and outgoing product inspections as required.
• Liaise with suppliers, customers, and internal teams to resolve quality concerns.
• Support 5S, continuous improvement, and quality reporting activities.
• Ensure compliance with Quality, Health, Safety, and Environmental requirements.

Skills

Engineering drawing reading

FAIR reporting experience

PPAP knowledge

CMM / Faro Arm usage

Quality clearance

Rail industry experience

Education

HND or equivalent Mechanical Engineering degree

GCSEs in Mathematics and English

Tools

CMM

Faro Arm

Job description

Location: Graycar Business Park, Barton Under Needwood, Burton upon Trent (DE13)
Hours: 37 hours per week
Business: Wabtec UK - LH Group Services
Department: Operational Excellence

About Wabtec

Wabtec is a global leader in rail technology and services, focused on delivering innovative, safe and sustainable transport solutions. Guided by our values of People First, Expand the Possible, Embrace Diversity and One Wabtec, we are committed to continuous improvement and operational excellence across our sites and teams.

We are currently seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Wheelsets & Bogies Quality Inspector to join our Operational Excellence team at our Barton Under Needwood facility.

This is an excellent opportunity for a quality-focused individual with a strong engineering background to play a key role in ensuring products and components meet customer, supplier, and regulatory requirements.

The Role

As a Wheelsets & Bogies Quality Inspector, you will promote a culture of quality excellence through proactive inspection, problem solving, and collaboration with internal teams, suppliers, and customers. You will be responsible for carrying out goods-in inspections, supporting supplier and customer first article inspections, managing quality records, and ensuring non-conforming products are effectively controlled.

Key Responsibilities

• Inspect and measure components against engineering drawings and specifications.
• Complete goods-in inspections, ISIRs, and PPAP-related activities.
• Review supplier documentation and maintain quality records.
• Manage non-conforming products, including quarantine, claims, and supplier returns.
• Raise and investigate quality issues through the WIM system.
• Release compliant products through the MRP system.
• Conduct stock checks and outgoing product inspections as required.
• Liaise with suppliers, customers, and internal teams to resolve quality concerns.
• Support 5S, continuous improvement, and quality reporting activities.
• Ensure compliance with Quality, Health, Safety, and Environmental requirements.

About You

• HND or an Equivalent Degree in Mechanical Engineering
• GCSEs (or equivalent) in Mathematics and English.
• Minimum 3 years' experience in the inspection and measurement of engineering components.
• Experience producing First Article Inspection Reports (FAIRs) and supporting PPAP activities.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications.
• Proficient in the use of precision measuring equipment and inspection techniques
• Experience within the rail industry or a similar engineering/manufacturing environment.
• Experience operating Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMM) and/or Faro Arm inspection equipment.
• Knowledge of quality inspection processes and continuous improvement methodologies.

What We Offer

• The opportunity to work for a global leader in the rail industry.
• A collaborative and supportive working environment.
• Professional development and training opportunities.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• The opportunity to contribute directly to operational excellence and customer satisfaction.
• Our Values
• At Wabtec, we are united by our commitment to:
• People First | Expand the Possible | Embrace Diversity | One Wabtec
• If you are passionate about quality, continuous improvement, and delivering excellence in a fast-paced engineering environment, we would love to hear from you.

Additional Information

What could you accomplish in a place that puts People First?

At Wabtec, it's not just about a job - it's about the impact you make. When our people come together, we're Expanding the Possible by continuously improving what we do and how we do it - for our clients and each other.

If you're ready to revolutionize how the world moves for future generations, Wabtec is the place for you.

Who are we?

Wabtec is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for the freight and transit rail sectors. Drawing on more than 150 years of experience, we are leading the way in safety, efficiency, reliability, innovation, and productivity. Whether it's freight, transit, ports, logistics, mining, industrial, or marine, our expertise, technologies, and people together - are accelerating the future of transportation. With roots that date back to George Westinghouse, Thomas Edison, and Louis Faiveley, Wabtec has always built technologies and implemented solutions for a variety of sectors that are critical to meeting the needs of customers and governments alike.

Our global team of about 30,000 employees worldwide delivers performance that moves the world forward. We're lifelong learners, obsessed with better. Learn more at www.WabtecCorp.com.

Culture powers us and the possibilities.

We believe the best ideas come from a mix of experiences and backgrounds. At Wabtec, we strive every day to create a place where everyone belongs. We're building a culture where leadership, inclusion and your unique perspective fuel progress.

We're proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome talent of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities, including race, gender, age, disability, veteran status and more.

Need accommodation? Just let us know - we've got you.