Electrical Panel QC Technician: Precision & Compliance

Lincoln Electric; Plymouth (MN); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Lincoln Electric in Plymouth, MN, is seeking a Quality Control Technician to perform in-process inspections, final quality verification, and functional testing of industrial electrical control panels produced in the Panel Build Operation.

You will follow the Quality Plan and procedures, support traceability and defect containment, document findings, and assist with root cause analysis under the supervision of the Quality Supervisor.

Qualifications

• High School or GED required.
• Minimum 1 year experience in electrical assembly, panel wiring, or electrical inspection.
• Ability to read wiring diagrams, schematics, and basic electrical symbols.
• Familiarity with relays, breakers, PLCs, sensors.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow structured inspection procedures.
• Basic understanding of quality documentation and defect reporting.
• Comfort using meters, torque tools, and basic test equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform in-process inspections of wiring, assembly, component installation, torque checks, and workmanship per defined criteria.
• Conduct final quality checks including continuity testing, functional testing, power-up verification, and end-of-line qualification.
• Verify labeling, panel documentation, device configuration, and traceability records according to MES/QMS requirements.
• Document inspection findings, nonconformances, and rework requirements accurately in quality systems.
• Escalate defects or safety concerns to the Quality Supervisor and collaborate with production to contain issues.
• Follow established sampling plans, acceptance criteria, and inspection methods defined in the Quality Plan.
• Assist in root cause data collection and corrective action implementation under direction of the Quality Supervisor.
• Maintain calibration status awareness and proper use of measurement and test equipment (multimeters, torque tools, continuity testers).
• Support audit readiness, workstation 5S, and adherence to safety protocols.

Skills

Attention to detail

Read wiring diagrams

Quality documentation

Electrical inspection

Education

High School / GED Diploma

Tools

Multimeters

Torque tools

Continuity testers

Job description

Lincoln Electric in Plymouth, MN, is seeking a Quality Control Technician to perform in-process inspections, final quality verification, and functional testing of industrial electrical control panels produced in the Panel Build Operation.

You will follow the Quality Plan and procedures, support traceability and defect containment, document findings, and assist with root cause analysis under the supervision of the Quality Supervisor.