Quality Inspector (Automotive Components)

You'll build parts or whole vehicles on a moving line at the wiring harness factory in East London. If you learn fast and don't mind being shown things twice, you'll settle in within a few weeks.

You'll report in East London. Relocation is not covered for this one.

• Follow standard work sheets and quality checkpoints at every step
• Check parts for defects before they go into the vehicle
• Keep your station clean using 5S rules
• Take part in kaizen ideas to improve your station
• Pull the andon cord when a defect or safety issue appears
• Wear the correct PPE, including gloves, glasses and ear protection
• Rotate between stations as the team leader plans

• Lives close enough to reach the plant on time for every shift
• Able to pass a basic literacy and numeracy test
• Able to stand for a full shift and do repeat tasks without losing focus
• Willing to work rotating shifts, including nights
• Can follow written and visual work instructions

• NQF 2 in Automotive Manufacturing and Assembly through merSETA
• Basic computer skills

• Shift allowance and paid overtime
• Staff canteen with subsidised meals
• Transport from nearby townships on some routes

• Put your maths and English marks on your CV. Plants often use them to screen before the assessment.
• Include any factory or line work you have done, even outside the car industry. It shows you can handle shift work.