As a Quality Control Intern, you will support the Quality team in ensuring that products meet the required standards through inspections, testing activities, and quality data analysis. Reporting to the Quality Control Manager, you will gain hands-on experience in quality assurance processes, laboratory testing, and continuous improvement activities within a dynamic manufacturing environment.

The role is based at our production site in Piombino (LI), Italy.

WHO ARE WE

At Aliaxis, we design innovative, reliable, and sustainable solutions for fluid and energy management. Our pipe and fitting systems work seamlessly behind the scenes — delivering peace of mind to customers and end users across the globe.

With operations in over 40 countries, we tackle the most complex challenges in the building, infrastructure, industrial, electrical, and agriculture sectors. But what truly drives us is our people. Our 15,000 employees bring the expertise, passion, and dedication that power everything we do.

Together, we make life flow — and we're looking for talented individuals to join us on that journey.

WHAT WE'RE WORKING TOWARDS

We're offering a unique opportunity to join a global Belgian company with an international and collaborative culture. Aliaxis is focused on reinforcing our operational foundations and building the agility needed to capture future growth opportunities. Through our Horizon 2030 strategy, we're evolving into a more disciplined, high-performing global Group, and we're looking for talented people who want to contribute to this long-term strategic journey.

ABOUT THE ROLE

In this role, you will support the Quality team in carrying out quality control activities, mechanical testing, and product inspections to ensure compliance with company standards and customer requirements. You will collaborate with Production, Quality, and Technical teams while developing practical knowledge of quality systems, testing methodologies, and manufacturing processes.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Support quality control activities in line with established standards, procedures, and control plans.
• Assist in performing mechanical and functional tests on products using laboratory equipment.
• Support product inspections and compliance verification activities.
• Assist in the management and documentation of non-conforming products.
• Help collect, analyze, and report quality data and test results.
• Support corrective action initiatives by sharing testing outcomes and findings.
• Participate in the testing and validation of alternative raw materials.
• Assist in monitoring the calibration status of measuring instruments and laboratory equipment.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Production, Engineering, and Quality.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing product quality and process performance.

ABOUT YOU

• Technical Diploma or currently pursuing a degree in Engineering, Materials Science, Chemistry, Industrial Technologies, or a related field.
• Interest in Quality Control, Manufacturing, and Continuous Improvement.
• Basic knowledge of quality inspection methods and manufacturing processes.
• Basic knowledge of plastic materials is considered a plus.
• Familiarity with measuring instruments such as gauges, thickness gauges, and micrometers is considered an advantage.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Proactive attitude, curiosity, and willingness to learn.
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office tools.
• Fluent Italian and basic English skills.

WHAT WE OFFER

We offer a 6-month internship with a progressive reimbursement package: €700/month for the first 3 months and €900/month for the remaining 3 months; together with a comprehensive benefits and development package including:

✔ Hands-on experience within a Quality Control laboratory and manufacturing environment

✔ Exposure to quality systems, testing methodologies, and compliance processes

✔ Collaboration with cross-functional teams and experienced professionals

✔ Professional development and continuous learning opportunities

✔ Inclusive and collaborative working environment

✔ Opportunity to contribute to meaningful projects that support operational excellence and product quality

ABOUT OUR WORKPLACE

Aliaxis is proud to be an equal opportunity employer who welcomes candidates and employees from all backgrounds.

We are guided by our behaviours — We Care, We Dare, We Deliver! These reflect what we expect from each other and what you can expect from us: a culture that looks after its people, encourages you to challenge and improve, and gives you the space to make a real contribution.

HOW WE WELCOME YOU

For us, equity and belonging start already at the application step: whether it's offering flexibility in scheduling interviews, or ensuring a supportive and inclusive environment, we strive to remove barriers and create equal opportunities for all applicants. Should you have specific needs, please do not hesitate to let us know and we will do our best to accommodate.

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