Quality Control Inspector

Description

Job overview

The quality control (qc) inspector is responsible for conducting comprehensive, end-to-end quality assurance inspections on all industrial control panels and assemblies (including PLC cabinets, solar power skids, and custom enclosures). This role ensures that all physical assembly, wiring, labeling, and electrical performance conform strictly to ul standards, client specifications, engineering schematics, and internal quality metrics prior to shipment.

Knowledge of iso-9001 is helpful but not required.

Roles and Responsibilities

· Quality Inspection & Verification

· Perform rigorous point-to-point electrical continuity testing, wire tug testing, and terminal torque verification according to ul and project specifications.

· Conduct primary component verification against the official bill of materials (bom) to ensure correct part numbers, ratings, fuse sizes, and counts.

· Perform preliminary panel power-up testing and voltage checks following established safety protocols.

· Inspect physical mechanical assembly, including enclosure modifications, cutouts, component 

· Layout, din rail, wire duct placement, and overall craftsmanship.

· Verify proper wire color-coding, gauge sizing, wire routing, labeling, and ferruling/termination standards.

· Ensure accurate placement of all internal/external nameplates, safety warnings, client required labels, and serial/ul labels.

Process Control & Non-conformance Management

· Identify, document, and track production defects, wiring errors, or mechanical deviations using internal quality issue logs/systems.

· Communicate quality findings to panel shop leads, supervisors, and assembly technicians to facilitate immediate rework and prevent recurring errors.

· Re-inspect panels after technicians complete necessary reworks or corrective actions.

· Maintain complete and accurate quality records, including completed sign-off checklists, torque logs, and high-resolution photographic documentation of finished assemblies.

· Ability to transition between tasks and prioritize on time delivery to customers.

· Assist on completion of projects related to assembly of production panels when warranted.

Final Inspection, Packaging & Shipping Authorization

· Provide final formal qc sign-off and approval prior to staging projects for shipment.

· Audit final packaging and crating to ensure panels are securely prepared to prevent damage during transport.

General & Safety Compliance

· Comply with all company safety policies, osha regulations, and nfpa 70e electrical safety guidelines.

· Maintain a clean, safe, and organized qc testing area, ensuring test equipment and tools are properly maintained and calibrated.

· Perform other quality-related duties as assigned by the quality manager or panel shop leadership.

Requirements

Qualifications and Education Requirements

· Experience: minimum of four (4) years of experience in industrial panel manufacturing, panel wiring, or control system testing, with demonstrated expertise in panel assembly standards.

· Education: high school diploma or equivalent; vocational training, associate degree, or certifications in industrial electricity/electronics preferred.

· Technical reading: ability to read and interpret complex electrical schematics, single-line diagrams, engineering drawings, and bills of materials (bom).

· Code & standards knowledge: familiarity with ul 508a, ul 698a, and general nema enclosure ratings.

· Testing & tools: proficiency with electrical testing tools (multimeters, torque wrenches, wire pull testers, insulation resistance testers).

· Software skills: proficient with microsoft office suite (word, excel, outlook) and 

· Comfortable using digital inspection forms or erp/qms software.

Physical & Visual Requirements:

· Ability to distinguish colors to accurately verify color-coded wiring.

· Physical capability to stand for long periods, bend, stoop, and lift/push/pull up to 50–60 lbs.

· Excellent hand-eye coordination and visual acuity for detailed inspection work.

· Attention to detail, objective problem-solving, effective communication skills, and the ability to provide constructive feedback to assembly technicians.

· Work availability: ability to work overtime as required to support shop production schedules and client deadlines.