Incoming Quality Technician (m/f/d)

Hitachi Vantara Corporation; Lodi; In loco; EUR 29.000 - 35.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Health Insurance

Hybrid work model

Flexible working hours

Pension Fund

Well-being platform

Family Care Benefits

Parking

Descrizione del lavoro

Hitachi Energy in Lodi is seeking an Incoming Quality Technician (junior) to inspect incoming materials and perform tests to ensure compliance with drawings, standards and customer requirements. You will work in the High Voltage unit, supporting quality, continuous improvement and operational excellence.

Responsibilities include supplier material verification, dimensional inspections, non-conformity handling, and PPAP activities; travel to supplier sites may be required.

Competenze

• Technical diploma or degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or related Engineering disciplines.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications.
• Basic understanding of quality inspection processes and quality management principles.
• Willingness to travel to supplier locations (occasional).

Mansioni

• Verify materials from suppliers meet drawings, standards, and customer specifications.
• Perform dimensional inspections and mechanical/electrical testing in the Incoming Quality Laboratory.
• Open, manage, and follow up on non-conformities identified during inspections.
• Prepare inspection reports and maintain quality records.
• Support PPAP activities and qualification of new components and suppliers.
• Collaborate with Supplier Quality and Supply Chain teams on quality requirements.

Conoscenze

Quality inspection

Reading drawings

Analytical skills

Problem solving

MS Office

Formazione

Engineering diploma/degree (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial)

Strumenti

Measurement instruments

PPAP processes

Quality tools

Descrizione del lavoro

Job Description:

The Opportunity

Hitachi Energy is looking for an Incoming Quality Technician (junior) to join our team in Lodi. In this role, you will be responsible for performing inspections and quality tests on incoming materials, ensuring compliance with Hitachi Energy specifications, delivery instructions, quality standards, applicable international standards, and customer requirements.

You will become part of our High Voltage Business Unit, a global leader in the design and manufacturing of high-voltage equipment and instrument transformers, including GIS, PASS & TG, and VT solutions. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated professional who is passionate about quality, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.

How You’ll Make an Impact

• Verify that materials received from suppliers comply with engineering drawings, Hitachi Energy standards, delivery instructions, applicable international standards, and customer specifications.
• Perform dimensional inspections and mechanical or electrical testing in the Incoming Quality Laboratory.
• Conduct inspections and supervise routine acceptance tests at local supplier sites when required.
• Prepare accurate inspection reports and maintain quality records for inspected materials.
• Open, manage, and follow up on non-conformities identified during incoming inspections.
• Support urgent production requests by prioritizing and executing material inspections in a timely manner.
• Perform inspections and testing activities required for the qualification of new components and suppliers, including PPAP activities.
• Support Operation Quality and Customer Quality teams in the inspection of defective materials identified in production lines or at customer sites, contributing to initial root cause investigations.
• Collaborate closely with Supplier Quality and Supply Chain teams to ensure clear communication of quality requirements and non-conformities.
• Apply standard processes, procedures, and quality tools relevant to the area of responsibility.
• Ensure all inspection and testing activities comply with safety regulations, quality requirements, and contractual obligations.
• Promote and embody Hitachi Energy’s core values of Safety and Integrity, taking responsibility for your actions while caring for your colleagues and the business.

Your Background

• Technical diploma or degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or related Engineering disciplines.
• Basic understanding of quality inspection processes and quality management principles.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications.
• Familiarity with measurement instruments and testing equipment is considered an advantage.
• Knowledge of quality tools, non-conformity management, and PPAP processes is a plus.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Good knowledge of English and Italian, both written and spoken.
• Willingness to occasionally travel to supplier locations.

More about us

We believegreat workthrives in an environment where people feel genuinely supported andfairly rewarded. Our benefits are designed to create real value for every individual – fueling engagement, performance, and growth. By prioritizing well‑being, we build a work place where personal and organizational success grow together.

The minimum salary for this position in the location specified is as follows:

• Starting from:32,200 € gross annual

The final offer will be based on candidate location, skills and qualifications, experience, and aligned with internal pay structures.

Our benefits offering for this rolegenerally includes:

• Incentive Plan, Health Insurance, Pension Fund, Welfare, Flexible working hours, Hybrid work model,Well-being platform, Family Care Benefits, Parking and Partnerships (gyms, sports centers, stores).
• Applicable CBA: Metalmeccanico

Accessibility and reasonable accommodation

Qualified individuals with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the Hitachi Energy career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by completing a general inquiry form on our website. Please include your contact information and specific details about your required accommodation to support you during the job application process.

This is solely for job seekers with disabilities requiring accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Messages left for other purposes will not receive a response.

Use of Al and automated tools in recruitment

As part of our recruitment process, Hitachi Energy uses digital and automated tools, including Al-supported solutions, to assist with activities such as application screening, job matching, and interview scheduling. These tools are designed to support our recruiters and do not replace human decision-making. Candidate data is processed in accordance with applicable data protection and employment laws as well as Hitachi's Global Data Privacy Notice.

Background Screening and Security Checks

As part of the hiring process, Hitachi Energy conducts pre-employment background checks that may include verification of employment history, education, criminal records, and other relevant information, in accordance with applicable laws.

For certain roles—particularly those involving access to sensitive information, financial responsibilities, client data, regulated environments, or security-sensitive functions—additional or more comprehensive background or security screenings may be required. These may include, but are not limited to, enhanced criminal history checks, credit history reviews (where legally permissible), sanctions screening, or other due diligence measures aligned with the responsibilities of the position.

The scope and depth of any background or security review will be determined based on the nature of the role and business necessity, and will always be conducted in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Candidates will be notified and, where required, asked to provide consent prior to the initiation of any such checks.