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Quality Control Inspector- Contractor

Date:  Jun 29, 2025
Location: 

Wadeville, Germiston, ZA, 1428

Req ID:  33391
Onsite or Remote:  Onsite Position

The position will be based in Wadeville, and the incumbent will report to the Quality Control Foreman

 

Company Information 

Komatsu is a world leader in manufacturing construction, mining, forestry, and industrial heavy equipment.  Founded in 1921, Komatsu has a long history of quality, reliability, innovation, and excellence.  Headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, Komatsu facilities, distributors and dealers are in more than 140 countries and employ more than 60,000 people.  Komatsu offers a diverse and challenging work environment, where you can grow your skills and career, and contribute to a sustainable, clean-energy future.  If you are looking for a company that values your talent and potential, be a part of something big and join a team that is shaping the world! 

If you want to learn more about Komatsu, please visit our website at https://www.komatsu.com/ 

 

Job Specification (not totally inclusive)

 

  • Perform routine quality checks on incoming materials from suppliers and outgoing products prior to shipment or final assembly;
  • Use precision measuring tools (e.g., callipers, micrometres, height gauges, CMMs) to verify dimensions;
  • Compare finished parts against drawing, CAD drawings, and tolerance specifications;
  • Perform inspections during various production stages to ensure compliance;
  • Approve or reject finished items based on quality standards;
  • Maintain inspection records, including first article inspections (FAI), non-conformance reports (NCRs), and inspection reports;
  • Track and report on defect trends or recurring issues;
  • Ensure inspection tools and gauges are calibrated;
  • Help manage calibration schedules and documentation; and
  • Work with production and engineering teams to troubleshoot quality issues.

Minimum Skills required

 

  • Qualified Artisan;
  • Minimum of 3 years’ hands-on experience in Fitter and Turner, Millwright;
  • 5 years of experience in a machining or manufacturing environment;
  • Demonstrated experience in conducting visual welding inspections;
  • Strong product knowledge and familiarity with underground mining operations is highly desirable;
  • Be able to read, understand and interpret engineering drawings and specifications;
  • Be able to work with various technical tools i.e. measuring instruments and testing equipment; and
  • Computer literate in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Teams)

Behavioral Competencies required

 

  • Must have strong drive for results;
  • Must be able to work independently without supervision;
  • Must be able to communicate at all levels; and
  • Willingness to work night shift arrangements and extended hours when required.

 

Hiring Range 

At Komatsu, your base pay is one part of your total compensation package.  The actual offer will consider a wide range of factors, including experience and location.

 

Diversity & Inclusion Commitment 

 

Applicants whose skills, competencies, and experience best match the above requirements will be invited for an interview.

 

Closing date: 11 July 2025

 

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