Electrical Tester - Quality Inspector

ZipRecruiter; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in electric machinery is seeking a Quality Tester to join their team in Minneapolis. The successful candidate will be responsible for conducting electrical tests on rotating electrical machines, adhering to project specifications, and helping enhance product quality. The role requires strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and the ability to communicate effectively. Competitive hourly rates and comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision insurance, and paid time off are offered from day one.

Benefits

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance eligible your 1st day on the job

401K with Match 1st month following hire

Quarterly Bonus Program payout potential

Company paid Holidays (12) and Paid Birthday (1)

Paid Time Off (PTO) available immediately

Company paid Short- & Long-Term Insurance

Company provided tools

Company provided uniforms (laundered)

Secure, onsite free parking

$6,000 annual Tuition Reimbursement program

Qualifications

• Must have a technical degree in relevant field.
• Knowledge of electrical machines testing is key.
• Ability to communicate with non-technical stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Perform electrical tests on rotating machines to ensure compliance.
• Document and report any defects found during testing.
• Calibrate and maintain testing equipment according to standards.

Skills

Technical writing

Problem-solving

Communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

Technical degree in Electronics, Electrotechnical, or Electromechanical

Job description

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionDescription:

Electric Machinery Company, a division of WEG Electric Corp.

Minneapolis, MN

Position: Quality Tester

Department: Quality Team Department

Primary Objective of Position

Responsible for performing electrical tests on rotating electrical machines, verifying compliance with project specifications and standards, analyzing test deviations with the test analyst, proposing improvements when needed, and providing data to support continuous improvement and product quality assurance.

Major Areas of Accountability:

1. Receive rotating electrical machines from the Assembly Section, record their identification, and review relevant documents like production orders, engineering data sheets, and test specifications.
2. Identify and set up required devices (couplings, flanges, keys, etc.), ensuring proper alignment with dynamometers or test machines for accurate and safe testing. Prepare rotating electrical machines for testing, ensuring proper identification, alignment, and setup with required devices and equipment.
3. Perform electrical tests on rotating machines, record readings and calculations, evaluate results, and report any defects to the supervisor.
4. Keep the test analyst informed, assist with special tests, and support customer inspections by helping address any issues.
5. Prepare data sheets, test plans, and reports to meet customer requirements, using auxiliary testing equipment such as pony brakes, generators, voltmeters, ammeters, dynamometers, and high-pot equipment.
6. Calibrate and maintain electrical test equipment, developing databases, standards, work instructions, and procedures.
7. Ensure compliance with ISO 9001, OSHA, and EPA regulations while identifying opportunities for continuous improvement.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Education and Experience:

• Technical degree in Electronics, Electrotechnical, or Electromechanical.
• Knowledge of the manufacturing process and testing of rotating electrical machines and measuring instruments for industrial electronic application
• Ability to communicate and present detailed, technical initiatives to non-technical people.
• Self-motivated individual with strong decision-making abilities, comfortable working in a team. Detail-oriented and highly organized, with excellent problem-solving skills, technical writing proficiency, and strong interpersonal and communication abilities.

Salary:

Salary range $21.00 hourly to $25.00 hourly

Will compensate with experience.

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance eligible your 1st day on the job
• 401K with Match 1st month following hire
• Quarterly Bonus Program payout potential
• Company paid Holidays (12) and Paid Birthday (1) (use anytime throughout the year)
• Paid Time Off (PTO) available immediately
• Company paid Short- & Long-Term
• Company paid Life Insurance
• $6,000 annual Tuition Reimbursement program
• Company provided tools
• Company provided uniforms (laundered)
• Company reimbursement for Safety Shoes & Safety Glasses
• Secure, onsite free parking

Physical Requirements

• Routinely lifts and moves objects up to 20 lbs.
• Occasionally lifts and moves objects up to 50 lbs.
• Occasionally ascends/descends ladders and stairs.
• Occasionally works at heights or on platforms.
• Occasionally positions self in various works spaces, including low, tight or confined spaces.
• Routinely remains in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods of time.
• Occasionally uses repetitive motions including the wrists, hands or fingers to operate machinery or tools.
• Occasionally operates machinery and power tools.
• Routinely moves from one work station to another to accomplish tasks.

Company cannot provide sponsorship for this position

Please, no agencies

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