Quality Associate 1 - Inspector

Overview

This position is responsible for the mechanical, wiring, and cosmetic inspection of power distribution equipment. Responsible for providing work instruction, technical guidance, and training to new employees in department. 

RESPONSIBILITY (Equipment or Process, Material or Product, Safety of Others, Work of Others) 

• Read and understand moderately complex to complex front elevations, wiring diagrams, bill of materials and schematics.

• Identifies discrepancies between customer requirements and finished product 

• Performs visual check of finished product following customer specs and/or QC report procedure 

• Determines cause of errors and establishes a game plan to remedy errors to make the product in conformance 

• Interacts with Engineering on a regular basis to determine appropriate specifications when discrepancies arise 

• Interacts with Assembly operations regarding problems with wiring assembly 

• Makes minor to complex adjustments and modifications to product.

• Provide training and guidance to new inspectors in the department.

• Works closely with supervisor to ensure quality standards and shipment commitments are met.

• Utilizes a wide variety of hand tools, air tools, and measuring equipment.

• Continuously provides input to supervision, engineering, and quality groups relative to product improvement 

• Establishes and maintains a safe and healthful working environment in accordance with OSHA requirements 

• Performs other tasks as may be requested to assure the effective and continuous utilization of assets 

JOB CONDITIONS (Working Conditions, Hazards) 

• Special safety shoes designed for work in a high voltage area are required

• Safety glasses are required

• Work is performed in a secure industrial manufacturing plant.

• Noise level is within normal and acceptable standards for environment 

• Proper use of various hand tools and cutting tools required

• Incumbent continuously works with high voltage electricity. If proper safety procedures are not followed, severe injury or death may occur 

SKILL (Education, Experience, Initiative, and Ingenuity) 

• Must be able to successfully take and pass appropriate Work Keys assessment.

• Experience with MS Word, excel, and other digital platforms.

• 2-3 years of experience in mechanical and wiring areas.

• Technical degree in a mechanical/electrical degree (desirable).

• Ability to read and understand front elevations, wiring diagrams, bill of materials, and schematics.

• Ability to work independently 

• Expertise with basic hand tools, air tools, gages and torque wrenches 

EFFORT (Physical Demand, Mental or Visual Demand) 

• Must have excellent natural or corrected vision 

• Ability to lift up to 26 pounds 

• Job cannot be performed alternating sitting and standing 

• Ability to perform continuous repetitive motions with hands and arms 

• Requires ability to reach overhead, pull, push, and climb a ladder to perform work 

• Continuously uses great deal of independent judgement and initiative in inspection

What's in it for me?

• Comprehensive on-the-job training to build your quality and manufacturing expertise
• Clear career development opportunities with room to grow within the organization
• Collaborative, safety-focused work environment where your contributions matter
• Chance to directly impact product quality and customer satisfaction from day one

Ready to launch your career in quality? Apply today and join a team that values your growth!

At Schneider, we believe that every employee is a talent who deserves equal opportunities. This means you matter. Every individual needs to feel valued, supported, and treated fairly to do their best work.

Our Total Rewards is our way of saying: “We see you. We value you”. It’s more than just pay and benefits- it’s a meaningful investment in you. It is designed for you to perform, grow, feel safe, and elevate your potential to shine as an impact maker.

For this U.S. based position, the expected compensation range is $17.50 - $24.03 per hour. In addition, this position is eligible for overtime pay and may also include premium pay or differentials, depending on location. Within the pay range, individual pay is determined by several factors including performance, knowledge, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. 

Schneider Electric is there when it matters most to you

Our Total Rewards package outlines all the benefits and support you’ll enjoy as part of the Schneider Electric team:

Care for Yourself and Your Family. We ensure you feel secure with benefits that help you and your family thrive: medical (with member reward points), dental, vision, and basic life insurance, Benefit Bucks, flexible work arrangements, paid family leaves, well-being programs, 12 holidays per year, and 15 days of paid time off per year.

Invest and Plan Your Future. We help you plan and invest for the future with competitive pay and programs including base salary, incentives, company share ownership, and 401(k) with match.

Grow Your Skills and Career. We support development through performance discussions, global opportunities, the Schneider Career Hub, and learning platforms like Coursera.

Team Up in the Workplace. We encourage collaboration, recognition, sharing your voice, and an inclusive workplace.

Support Your Community. We make a difference through volunteer leave, programs with the Schneider Electric Foundation, youth education initiatives, and military leave benefits.

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IMPACT is also your invitation to join Schneider Electric where you can contribute to turning sustainability ambition into actions, no matter what role you play. It is a call to connect your career with the ambition of achieving a more resilient, efficient, and sustainable world.

We are looking for IMPACT Makers; exceptional people who turn sustainability ambitions into actions at the intersection of automation, electrification, and digitization. We celebrate IMPACT Makers and believe everyone has the potential to be one.

Become an IMPACT Maker with Schneider Electric – apply today!

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