Job Description

Hitachi Rail is looking for an enthusiastic self-motivated Incoming Inspector who thrives in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate is comfortable performing a wide range of tasks from administrative to strategic. The position is based in Batesburg, SC.

About us:

A career at Hitachi Rail will help create a legacy. With operations in every corner of the world, our work goes to the cutting-edge of digital transformation and technology. From the multi-cultural strength of our global organization to the sustainable and innovative ways we work to bring people together, there’s something for everyone to get stuck into. And that’s where you come in.

Accountabilities:

• Inspects Commercial off the Shelf items (COTS), electronic assemblies, castings & machined components. Inspects for a variety of qualities such as dimensions, workmanship, compliance with Hitachi drawings and technical specifications.
• Creates Quality Notifications (QN), Quarantines Non-Conforming product to the appropriate area & distributes the QN via email to the Supplier Quality Assurance Engineer for resolution.
• Conducts First Article Inspections (FAI), records findings on the associated forms & makes entries on the FAI SharePoint site.
• Records inspection results in via SAP
• Assists in gathering department assets for weekly calibration

Required skills/experience:

• HS diploma (or equivalent) plus 3+ years of incoming inspection experience or Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering
• CMM Certification (PC-DMIS Software (CAD & Non-CAD)
• Experience using common measuring tools such as micrometres, calliper’s, dial indicators, height gages, Shadowgraph, thread gages & hardness tester
• Strong ability to read and interpret blueprints and specifications, including Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing
• Proficient use of Microsoft office suite: Teams, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Strong oral and written & communication skills to clearly present data from findings
• Able to make decisions regarding product acceptance utilizing product documentation and company workmanship criteria
• Strong interpersonal skills for building relationships with stakeholders
• Self-motivated nature, able to work effectively with minimum close supervision

​ Benefits:

Hitachi Rail employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including Competitive Pay, Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance, Short & Long Term Disability, Life & Accident Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, a Retirement Savings Plan, and Paid Vacation. We also offer a number of Work/Life Programs such as Flextime and a variety of Training and Development opportunities.

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It is our commitment at Hitachi Rail to create a diverse environment and we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

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