Quality Inspector (Automotive Components)

How2Apply Talent Network
Centurion, Gauteng
Full-time
Posted 1 day ago
Full-time Automotive
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Job Description

Work on the line where every station counts, at the vehicle assembly plant in Centurion. If you learn fast and don't mind being shown things twice, you'll settle in within a few weeks.

You'll be based at a vehicle assembly plant in Centurion. Living nearby, or on a taxi route to it, really helps. The first two weeks are spent shadowing someone experienced.

What you'll actually do

  • Load and unload robotic welding cells safely
  • Rotate between stations as the team leader plans
  • Take part in kaizen ideas to improve your station
  • Pull the andon cord when a defect or safety issue appears
  • Keep your station clean using 5S rules
  • Follow standard work sheets and quality checkpoints at every step

Must-haves

  • Lives close enough to reach the plant on time for every shift
  • Grade 12 certificate
  • Able to pass a basic literacy and numeracy test
  • Good eyesight and hand coordination
  • Can follow written and visual work instructions

Helpful, not essential

  • Previous experience in an automotive plant
  • Forklift licence for material handling
  • NQF 2 in Automotive Manufacturing and Assembly through merSETA

On offer

  • Shift allowance and paid overtime
  • Learnership opportunities toward an artisan trade
  • Staff canteen with subsidised meals
  • Transport from nearby townships on some routes

How to apply

  1. Read the "What you need" list above. If you tick most of it, go ahead and apply.
  2. Keep copies of these ready to send: Grade 12 results plus certified copy of your ID book or card.
  3. Use the form on this page. It takes about two minutes and you don't need to upload anything yet.
  4. If you're shortlisted you'll hear from us within 8 working days, usually by phone.

How2Apply recruits for this position on behalf of hiring employers around Centurion; applications go into our talent pool and shortlisted candidates are introduced directly.

Applying is free. Nobody from How2Apply will ever ask you to pay for anything to get this job.

Before you hit apply

  • Many plants recruit through learnerships first. Watch for merSETA learnership adverts and apply early.
  • Include any factory or line work you have done, even outside the car industry. It shows you can handle shift work.

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Job details
SalaryDiscussed at interview
Job TypeFull-time
LocationCenturion, Gauteng
CategoryAutomotive
Experience4+ years
Posted28 September 2026
Closing Date2 November 2026
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