Rail Quality Technician Apprentice: Hands-On QA Training

Hitachi Rail Limited; Newton Aycliffe; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Rail Limited in Newton Aycliffe is recruiting a Quality Technician Apprentice to gain hands-on experience in inspection, measurement, quality assurance and continual improvement across rail projects. You will learn to interpret drawings and quality documentation while supporting manufacturing processes and non-conformity investigations.

You'll combine structured learning with on-the-job training, work with experienced quality teams, and develop skills to pursue a long-term quality career

Qualifications

• Entry requirements include GCSE Maths and English at Grade 4/C or above.
• Interest in engineering, manufacturing or technical disciplines.
• Good numerical and analytical skills.
• Right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Develop understanding of quality assurance, inspection and manufacturing processes.
• Support dimensional inspections and visual quality checks on products.
• Learn to interpret engineering drawings, specifications and quality documentation.
• Assist with quality inspections throughout the manufacturing process.
• Support recording, analysis and reporting of inspection findings.
• Learn to identify, record and investigate non-conformances.
• Assist with calibration and maintenance of measuring equipment.
• Collaborate with production, engineering and quality teams to drive improvements.
• Maintain high standards of safety, quality and housekeeping.

Skills

Quality inspection

Analytical mindset

Problem solving

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Time management

Attention to detail

Microsoft Office

Education

GCSE Maths and English at Grade 4/C or above

Job description

Hitachi Rail Limited in Newton Aycliffe is recruiting a Quality Technician Apprentice to gain hands-on experience in inspection, measurement, quality assurance and continual improvement across rail projects. You will learn to interpret drawings and quality documentation while supporting manufacturing processes and non-conformity investigations.

You'll combine structured learning with on-the-job training, work with experienced quality teams, and develop skills to pursue a long-term quality career