Industrial Quality Inspector

Alstom; City of Hornell (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Alstom in Hornell, NY is seeking an experienced Industrial Quality Inspector to ensure the highest standards in rail manufacturing. You will inspect, read blueprints, and collaborate with production and engineering teams to resolve quality issues on-site.

The role requires 4+ years in industrial quality inspection, strong problem-solving and communication, and willingness to work in a manufacturing environment. Rail experience is preferred and growth opportunities exist.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in technical field preferred or required.
• 4+ years of experience in industrial quality inspection in manufacturing.
• Ability to read blueprints and use test equipment.
• Rail experience preferred.
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct inspections to ensure compliance with industry standards.
• Collaborate with production, engineering, and supply chain to resolve quality issues.
• Monitor and identify defects, implementing corrective actions to improve reliability.
• Drive process improvements and adopt new quality tools; share best practices across teams.

Skills

Inspection

Quality control

Blueprint reading

Teamwork

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Associate’s degree in technical field

Tools

Test equipment

Job description

Req ID:521329

Industrial Quality Inspector in Hornell, NY

At Alstom, we build what millions depend on daily - rail transportation systems that can't afford to fail. We're more than 85,000 people worldwide creating the industry's most diverse portfolio: high-speed trains, metros, trams, maintenance services and integrated systems.

More Than a Job: A Mission

We seek a passionate Industrial Quality Inspector to ensure the highest standards in rail manufacturing. Join dedicated teams committed to delivering reliable, safe, and innovative solutions that drive the future of mobility. Take ownership of quality processes and leave a lasting legacy in transportation.

Your Role, Your Impact

• Conduct thorough inspections to ensure scalability and compliance with industry standards
• Collaborate closely with production, engineering, and supply chain teams to resolve quality issues
• Monitor and maintain reliability by identifying defects and implementing corrective actions
• Drive innovation by recommending process improvements and adopting new quality tools
• Share knowledge and best practices across teams to foster continuous improvement

You'll work with sharp, committed teams solving complex challenges that shape the future of mobility, ensuring seamless integration of business and technology.

What You Bring

• Associate’s degree in technical field, preferred
• 4 or more years of experience in industrial quality inspection in a manufacturing environment, required
• Ability to read blueprints, familiarity with variety of test equipment, required
• Rail experience, preferred
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills

How Success Is Measured

• On-time delivery of inspection reports and achievement of quality targets
• Effective collaboration with cross-functional teams and support for team goals
• Reduction in defects, improved process efficiency, and proactive troubleshooting

Alstom, A Great Place to Grow

• Work with advanced technology and contribute to Alstom’s strategic vision
• Make a global impact from our Hornell office, connecting communities
• Advance your career through continuous learning and development opportunities
• Salary Range: $50,000-$63,000

Here, progress isn't always easy but the impact is real. Because the scale is massive, the tasks are complex when the system runs, the train moves, and the city connects that feeling stays with you. And the legacy lasts.

You don’t need to be a train enthusiast to thrive with us. We guarantee that when you step onto one of our trains with your friends or family, you’ll be proud.

Important to note

As a global business, we’re an equal-opportunity employer that celebrates diversity across the 63 countries we operate in. We’re committed to creating an inclusive workplace for everyone.

Job Type: Experienced