1st-Shift Quality Inspector: Incoming Inspection & Improvement

Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc.; South Boston (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy USA Inc. in South Boston, Virginia, is seeking a Quality Technician – 1st shift Incoming Inspection to ensure products meet customer specifications. This role focuses on hands-on inspection, data analysis, and root-cause identification to strengthen processes at the plant.

You will inspect units at multiple stages, support issue resolution, and help maintain quality alerts while collaborating across shifts to promote safety and craftsmanship.

Qualifications

• Experience in a manufacturing or quality-focused environment preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Basic computer skills; willingness to learn Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
• Ability to analyze issues and support root cause problem-solving.
• Comfort working collaboratively across teams and shifts.
• Commitment to safe work practices and high-quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform product inspections at multiple stages of the manufacturing process.
• Inspect units prior to customer final inspection.
• Identify root causes and close Quality Notifications (QNs).
• Support customer issue resolution and wrap-up meeting actions.
• Create, communicate, and maintain quality alerts.
• Assist with procedure reviews, audits, and CCRP action items.
• Verify adherence to standardized processes and work instructions.
• Support training efforts to promote safety, quality, and consistency across shifts.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Communication skills

Basic computer skills

Root cause analysis

Cross-functional teamwork

Safety & quality mindset

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Hitachi Energy USA Inc. in South Boston, Virginia, is seeking a Quality Technician – 1st shift Incoming Inspection to ensure products meet customer specifications. This role focuses on hands-on inspection, data analysis, and root-cause identification to strengthen processes at the plant.

You will inspect units at multiple stages, support issue resolution, and help maintain quality alerts while collaborating across shifts to promote safety and craftsmanship.