Quality Technician Apprentice – Rail QC & Inspection

Hitachi, Ltd.; Newton Aycliffe; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Rail in Newton Aycliffe is offering a Quality Technician Apprenticeship that combines structured learning with hands-on exposure to inspection, measurement, quality documentation and continuous improvement. You will work alongside experienced professionals to support manufacturing of world-class rail products.

This role builds foundational skills in interpreting engineering drawings, conducting dimensional inspections, recording findings and driving root-cause analysis while upholding

Qualifications

• An interest in engineering, manufacturing or quality assurance.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Willingness to learn and develop new skills.
• Analytical mindset and problem-solving ability.
• Good organisational and time-management skills.
• Confidence using technology and Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Develop your understanding of quality assurance, inspection and manufacturing processes through structured learning and on-the-job training.
• Support dimensional inspections and visual quality checks on products and components.
• Learn how to interpret engineering drawings, specifications and quality documentation.
• Assist with quality inspections throughout the manufacturing process.
• Support the recording, analysis and reporting of inspection findings.
• Learn how to identify, record and investigate non-conformances.
• Assist with calibration and maintenance of measuring equipment.
• Work with colleagues across production, engineering and quality teams to drive continuous improvement.
• Maintain high standards of safety, quality and housekeeping at all times.

Skills

Engineering interest

Quality assurance

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Teamwork

Analytical mindset

Time management

MS Office

Education

GCSE Maths and English 4/C+

Job description

Hitachi Rail in Newton Aycliffe is offering a Quality Technician Apprenticeship that combines structured learning with hands-on exposure to inspection, measurement, quality documentation and continuous improvement. You will work alongside experienced professionals to support manufacturing of world-class rail products.

This role builds foundational skills in interpreting engineering drawings, conducting dimensional inspections, recording findings and driving root-cause analysis while upholding