Automotive Quality Control Inspector

Placements24; Durban; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive rate

Contract extension possible

On-site facilities

Training resources

Brand exposure

Hybrid schedule

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Automotive Quality Control Inspector to join their Durban team in a hybrid role, blending on-site vehicle inspections with remote reporting and analysis.

You will conduct thorough visual and functional inspections, document defects, and work closely with production and engineering teams to address quality issues, ensuring vehicles meet stringent quality and safety standards before release to customers or dealerships.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Quality Control Inspector, preferably within the automotive industry.
• Familiarity with automotive manufacturing processes and quality standards.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to identify subtle imperfections.
• Proficiency in using inspection tools and basic diagnostic equipment.
• Excellent documentation and reporting skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a hybrid setting.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive inspections of vehicles during various stages of production, checking for cosmetic and functional defects.
• Utilize inspection checklists and diagnostic equipment to verify adherence to quality specifications.
• Document all findings accurately, including detailed descriptions of non-conformities and proposed corrective actions.
• Collaborate with assembly line workers and supervisors to identify and resolve quality issues promptly.
• Conduct final quality assurance checks on finished vehicles before shipment.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of quality control processes and standards.

Skills

Quality control

Automotive industry

Attention to detail

Documentation

Hybrid work

Tools

Inspection tools

Diagnostic equipment

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a meticulous Automotive Quality Control Inspector to join their team in Durban. In this hybrid role, you will be responsible for ensuring that all vehicles meet stringent quality and safety standards before they are released to customers or dealerships. You will conduct thorough visual and functional inspections, document any defects, and work closely with production and engineering teams to address quality issues. This role is essential in maintaining the company's reputation for excellence and delivering vehicles of the highest caliber, blending on-site inspection with remote reporting and analysis.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive inspections of vehicles during various stages of production, checking for cosmetic and functional defects.
• Utilize inspection checklists and diagnostic equipment to verify adherence to quality specifications.
• Document all findings accurately, including detailed descriptions of non-conformities and proposed corrective actions.
• Collaborate with assembly line workers and supervisors to identify and resolve quality issues promptly.
• Conduct final quality assurance checks on finished vehicles before shipment.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of quality control processes and standards.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Quality Control Inspector, preferably within the automotive industry.
• Familiarity with automotive manufacturing processes and quality standards.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to identify subtle imperfections.
• Proficiency in using inspection tools and basic diagnostic equipment.
• Excellent documentation and reporting skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a hybrid setting.

Benefits

• Competitive contract rate with potential for extension.
• Access to on-site facilities and training resources.
• Opportunity to work with a reputable automotive brand.
• Exposure to various vehicle models and production phases.
• Flexible hybrid work arrangement balancing on-site duties with remote administrative tasks.