Electrical Quality Inspector: Precision & Compliance

Powell; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k)

Annual bonus potential

Paid time off

Professional development opportunities

Wellness Programs

Collaborative work environment

Job summary

Powell in Houston is seeking a Quality Inspector to ensure products meet established quality standards through visual, mechanical, and electrical inspections, testing, and audits. You will document non-conformities and collaborate with production teams to address root causes.

The role requires reading prints and 1–3 years of manufacturing experience, with adherence to ISO practices. This position offers comprehensive benefits in a safety-focused, temperature-controlled facility.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED, or a trade school diploma or certificate.
• 1–3 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read prints, including specification sheets, wiring diagrams, schematics, and drawings.

Responsibilities

• Perform visual, mechanical, and electrical inspections and testing of all equipment manufactured at Powell facilities according to Powell Standards.
• Program and operate electronic equipment such as microprocessor-based relays.
• Energize Powell electrical products and other buy-out equipment such as service panels, HVAC, battery chargers, UPS systems, etc.
• Investigate equipment failures and conduct root-cause analysis.
• Complete and maintain all test quality-control documentation as required.
• Perform maintenance on test equipment as needed.
• Conduct tests using equipment such as multimeter, clamp-on meter, voltage detector, Hi-Pot, etc.
• Collaborate with all departments (shop, engineering, sales, shipping, fabrication, PCR, switchgear), including customers, to resolve quality-related issues.
• Participate in continuous-improvement projects.
• Promote a safety culture and attend all safety meetings.
• Follow standard work instructions and identify potential risks to product quality.
• Maintain clean and well-organized work areas.
• Learn and understand basic electrical principles and relevant mechanical experience.

Skills

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Quality systems

Reading technical drawings

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Trade school diploma/certificate

Tools

Multimeter

Clamp-on meter

Voltage detector

Hi-Pot tester

Job description

Powell in Houston is seeking a Quality Inspector to ensure products meet established quality standards through visual, mechanical, and electrical inspections, testing, and audits. You will document non-conformities and collaborate with production teams to address root causes.

The role requires reading prints and 1–3 years of manufacturing experience, with adherence to ISO practices. This position offers comprehensive benefits in a safety-focused, temperature-controlled facility.