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Quality Inspector

On-site in Pamplona·Full-time·Added yesterday (last checked 16 Oct)

SGS

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Overview

Work mode
On-site, Pamplona
Contract
Full-time
Education
Vocational training (FP Grado Medio)

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Skills

This job advert was originally written in Spanish.

Requirements

What we're looking for

👤 What are we looking for?

  • Education as a Higher Technician or Intermediate Technician in industrial branches, such as Mechanical Manufacturing, Mechatronics, Electricity, Industrial Maintenance, or similar.

  • Ability to interpret drawings, work instructions, and technical documentation.

  • Methodical, observant, and organized person, with attention to detail and the ability to work in a team.

Nice to have

  • Knowledge or experience in inspection, quality control, manufacturing, or industrial assembly will be valued.

⭐ We will especially value

  • Previous experience performing inspections or quality controls in industrial environments.

  • Experience in the railway or wind energy sectors, or in other industrial manufacturing and assembly environments.

  • Knowledge of dimensional controls, welding, materials, and manufacturing processes.

  • Familiarity with inspection plans, quality records, and non-conformity management.

  • Proficiency in IT tools for document management and report preparation.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

💡Joining SGS means becoming part of a team where innovation, integrity, and safety are our DNA. 

🧑‍💻👷What's our best secret? The people who are part of SGS. That's why we support them throughout their entire career journey so they can develop internally. 

📒Never stop learning! Access to our internal training campus so you can keep developing your skills. 

The role

At SGS, a world leader in inspection, verification, testing, and certification, we are looking to hire a Quality Inspector to collaborate on projects in the railway and wind energy sectors in Navarra and surrounding areas.

We are looking for a technical, methodical profile oriented towards detail, interested in performing on-site quality controls and verifying that materials, components, manufacturing processes, and executed works comply with the established technical requirements.

🎯 What will your mission be?

Perform inspections and quality controls during the various phases of manufacturing, assembly, or project execution, recording results, identifying possible deviations, and ensuring the correct documentation of the work performed.

What you'll do

  • Perform inspections and quality controls on materials, components, and executed works.

  • Verify that manufacturing and assembly processes comply with established drawings, specifications, and procedures.

  • Identify and communicate non-conformities or deviations detected during inspections.

  • Record control results and prepare inspection reports.

  • Review technical documentation associated with the works and verify compliance with quality requirements.

  • Coordinate with production, assembly, and quality managers to follow up on detected incidents.

Hiring process

3 steps2 interviewsa task to do
  1. Application

  2. Recruitment team contact

    With recruitment team

    If your skills and experience match current or future needs, a member of the recruitment team contacts you.

  3. Interviews

    Face-to-face or virtual interviews, also a chance to learn about the job, your future manager and the culture.

  4. Assessments

    Not every role

    For some positions: personality, cognitive and technical assessments, a short psychometric study, or more thorough assessments by external consultants.

  5. Additional screening and reference check

  6. Selection and offer · With HR team

  • An email acknowledges receipt of every application.
  • Unsuccessful candidates are informed and may be contacted for future openings.

About SGS

SGS is a Swiss-headquartered multinational company and the world's leading inspection, verification, testing and certification company. Founded in 1878, it operates across diverse industries including agriculture, construction, energy, manufacturing, mining, and public sector, providing services such as quality assurance, risk management, and sustainability solutions. With over 99,000 employees and a network of more than 2,600 offices and laboratories worldwide, SGS is a category-defining player in the Testing, Inspection and Certification (TIC) sector.

In Spain, SGS has a significant presence with offices in Madrid, Barcelona, and other major cities, offering a wide range of technical and inspection roles. The company is known for its strong commitment to safety, quality, and regulatory compliance, making it a relevant employer for international professionals with backgrounds in engineering, environmental science, and industrial safety. SGS provides opportunities for career growth in a global environment, and its Spanish operations are a key part of its European network.

Industry
Testing & Certification
Founded
1878
Employees
50,000–100,000
Headquarters
Geneva, Switzerland
In Spain
Madrid, Barcelona, Valencia and 7 more
Website
sgs.com

Good to know if you are moving

  • SGS operates in over 140 countries, offering international professionals the chance to work in a truly global environment with potential for cross-border projects and career mobility.
  • The company provides extensive training and development programs, including language courses and technical certifications, which can be valuable for professionals relocating to Spain.
  • SGS has a structured career path with opportunities to progress from technical roles to management positions, appealing to those seeking long-term growth.
  • The Spanish offices are well-established and integrated into the European network, offering a stable work environment and exposure to diverse industries.
  • SGS is a large, stable employer with a strong brand name, which can be reassuring for international professionals seeking a secure position.

In their own words

About the company & team

At SGS, our mission is to add value to society by providing a sustainable environment.

With our work, we guarantee safety and quality, providing confidence to all areas of society, even those that are not visible.

We have the most qualified professionals, working as a great team in more than 140 countries every day, which makes us leaders in the sector.

We encourage you to join this human team, where you will be trained and develop in an environment of camaraderie, flexibility, respect, and equality.

You define us, you make SGS

Additional information

At SGS, as part of our firm commitment to equal opportunities and respect for diversity, we ensure that all our recruitment processes are conducted objectively, impartially, and fairly, free from any kind of bias or discrimination.

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