Quality Technician

Job Duties

Description:

Positions in both Champlin & Dayton

Job Summary:

The Quality Technician ensures that all switchgear and switchboard products meet internal standards and customer specifications. This role involves hands-on inspection, testing, and documentation to support compliance with industry regulations and continuous improvement initiatives.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Conduct in-process, final, and incoming inspections of electrical and mechanical components.

• Perform functional and continuity testing on switchgear and switchboard assemblies.

• Maintain calibration records and ensure proper use of inspection tools.

• Identify and document non-conformances; support root cause analysis and corrective actions.

• Assist in internal and external audits (e.g., ISO 9001, UL, CSA).

• Collaborate with production, engineering, and supply chain teams to resolve quality issues.

• Maintain quality records, inspection logs, and test data.

• Support continuous improvement projects and lean manufacturing initiatives.

• Inspect wiring, bus bars, enclosures, and mechanical assemblies for conformance to drawings/specs.

• Use tools such as calipers, micrometers, multimeters, hi-pot testers, and torque wrenches.

• Review and verify supplier certifications and test reports.

• Record inspection results in ERP or quality management systems.

• Tag and quarantine non-conforming materials.

• Participate in daily quality and production meetings.

• Update inspection checklists and work instructions as needed.

Required Skills and Experience:

• High school diploma or GED required.

• Associate degree or technical certification in Electrical Technology, Mechanical Engineering, or Quality Assurance preferred.

• Minimum 2 years of experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably in electrical equipment or switchgear/switchboard production.

• Experience with UL 891, UL 1558, or similar standards is highly desirable.

• Proficient in reading and interpreting electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, and wiring diagrams.

• Familiarity with quality tools and methodologies (e.g., 5 Whys, Fishbone, 8D, FMEA).

• Experience using inspection and test equipment (e.g., hi-pot testers, multimeters, calipers).

• Knowledge of ISO 9001 quality systems and documentation practices.

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

• Effective communication and teamwork abilities.

• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.

Additional Skills and Experience:

• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).

• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Epicor) and quality management software is a plus.

• IPC/WHMA-A-620 Certification (for wire harness inspection)

• OSHA 10 or 30-hour certification

Benefits

• PTO/ESST

• Paid holidays

• $100 individual deductible and $300 family deductible health insurance

• Paid Weekly

• Vision and Dental Insurance

• 401K / Life Insurance / STD

Requirements:

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Minimum Education Required

College

Minimum Experience Required

5 years

Shift

First (Day)

Number of Openings

1

Public Transportation Accessible

No

Compensation

$30.00 - $30.00 / Hourly

Postal Code

55316

Job Type

Full Time

Place of Work

On-site

Requisition ID

4145447

Job Benefits

Health Insurance, 401K