Quality Technician

Torus is headquartered in Utah and is expanding manufacturing at our 540,000-square-foot facility in Salt Lake City called GigaOne. Our missionis to build the world’s first mesh energy infrastructure — built to unite people and communities through resilient, secure, and intelligent power. We design, engineer, manufacture, install, and support our systems end-to-end, standing behind them throughout their lifecycle. Torus systems help reduce costs, lower emissions, and protect facilities from outages, while strengthening the security and reliability of the broader utility grid. Torus is committed to American manufacturing, engineering excellence, and building energy systems that last.

At Torus, you will be part of something larger than a single product or technology. Your work will help build energy infrastructure that supports critical systems, industry, and communities for decades to come. We value accountability, collaboration, and clear thinking. We are looking for people who want to solve hard problems and build things that matter.

About the Role

The Quality Technician is responsible for ensuring that all products, components, and sub-assemblies meet quality standards and customer specifications before they are shipped or moved to the next phase of production. This role involves conducting visual and function tests, examining materials, reading specifications, using precision measuring tools, and documenting inspection results to maintain high levels of quality control. As well as perform process audits, root cause analysis, nonconformance review and disposition, and assist in rework/repair.

Responsibilities

• Assist with inspection and testing of high-voltage and low-voltage electrical assemblies and wiring, as well as mechanical assemblies for defects and any deviations from specifications
• Read and interpret prints, schematics, engineering drawings, or product manuals to determine required standards
• Use precision measuring tools for electrical and mechanical assemblies, such as microscopes, multimeters, calipers, micrometers, gauges, and coordinate measuring machines (CMM)
• Identify and reject all products and materials that fail to meet quality expectations and clearly label them for disposition and analysis
• Document inspection results by completing detailed reports and logs, and input data into the company database and quality tracking systems
• Work closely with production, quality, and engineering teams to perform in depth root causes analysis and testing to identify defects and suggest improvements
• Assist quality management and engineering teams to investigate reported issues
• Adhere to all safety protocols and regulations to ensure a safe working environment. Follow company policies and procedures, as well as industry standards and guidelines, to ensure compliance with applicable regulations
• Other duties and projects as assigned

Required Experience

• High school diploma
• 3+ years experience in a technical manufacturing environment
• Solid basic math skills, Basic computer skills, including familiarity with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel)
• Strong attention to detail and quality control
• A passion for continuous learning and process refinement

Preferred Experience

• Associates Degree and/or certifications in quality control is a plus (IPC-A-610, IPC/WHMA-A-620)
• Experience working with test fixtures and test reports
• Experience with quality management software
• Proficiency in reading prints, technical documents, and schematics
• Hands-on experience with precision measuring tools (multimeters, oscilloscope, calipers, micrometers, gauges)

You’ll be a great fit if you have a passion for helping to solve complex climate challenges and are committed to finding new innovative ways to preserve and enhance our planet. As a member of a rapidly growing startup with an excitement to learn new technologies, you’ll add incredible value as a self-starter and apply your technical skills to empower our customers to discover, purchase, and install the Torus products that will help them live clean, renewable lives.

• Employee Rewards Package including equity
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
• Health Benefits Package: Choice between traditional PPO or HSA eligible medical plans; Dental insurance; and Vision insurance
• Human-centered Paid Time Off (based on employment status) including 10 days accrued PTO, 10-days paid company holidays, and waiting period-free 100% paid parental leave
• Torus paid Life and AD&D Insurance with option to purchase additional coverage
• Voluntary Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance

Background Check All candidates are subject to a background check.

Experience 2+ years experience in a technical manufacturing environment
Location + Travel The role is based in our South Salt Lake Headquarters Warehouse (air-conditioned).
Schedule Full-Time, Hourly

Compensation : $25-$32 (Note: We have the flexibility to hire at different levels, which may impact the corresponding pay range.)

Work Authorization Applicants must already have the legal authorization to work in the US without requiring any employer sponsorship.

Physical Requirements

• Must have the ability to safely lift and move objects weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Must be capable of standing, bending, and executing repetitive tasks for prolonged periods of time.
• Ability to read, identify, observe and recognize details, color-coding and fine print at close range on associated engineering drawings.
• Ability to don personal protective equipment to include, but not limited to, respiratory protective equipment with proper seal, coveralls, ear protection, gloves, eye protection & safety helmet.
• Ability to observe, detect and respond to audible and visual machine malfunction warnings.
• Ability to communicate information so others can understand. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.
• Must report to work reliably and with the ability to use full and unimpaired skills and judgment to safely execute your job.
• Proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking English required.

Torus is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.