Fabrication Quality Analyst

Eaton Corporation; Sumter (SC); On-site; USD 47,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Eaton Corporation in Sumter, SC is seeking a Fabrication Quality Analyst to join our team at the Sumter facility. You will perform data collection, record keeping, root cause analysis and support quality initiatives to ensure product conformance.

Responsibilities include data analysis, problem solving, and collaboration with suppliers and internal teams to drive continuous improvement. This role offers a competitive salary with an incentive program and healthcare benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years experience in a fabrication environment.
• Minimum 1 year quality experience.
• Experience using Order Entry and Material Management Systems.
• High school diploma or GED equivalent from an accredited institution.
• No relocation; reside within 50 miles of Sumter, SC; active-duty military exempt.

Responsibilities

• Perform data collection, data entry, record keeping and root cause analysis.
• Interact with personnel inside and outside the plant including customers and distributors.
• Assist with 5S, safety and quality initiatives and audits.
• Develop and update Control Plans; support ISO 9001:2015 and EQS deployments.
• Contribute to quality metrics, issue resolution and cross-functional teamwork.

Skills

Data analysis

Root cause analysis

5S

Quality tools

Microsoft Office

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Vista

DMM

POM

WISPER

AS400

MQ1

Job description

Eaton’s ES AMER ARS division is currently seeking a Fabrication Quality Analyst.

The expected annual salary range for this role is $47000 - $69000 a year. This position is also eligible for a variable incentive program.

Please note the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

What you’ll do:

Primary responsibility:

Eaton is currently seeking a Quality Analyst to join our team. This position is based out of our Sumter, SC facility.

In the Quality Analyst role, you will perform data collection, data entry, record keeping, customer visits, training, material containment, warranty support and root cause analysis. You will be responsible for interacting with personnel inside and outside the plant including customers, satellites, distributors, assembly groups, materials, etc.

Making what matters work at Eaton takes the passion of every employee around the world. We create an environment where creativity, invention and discovery become reality, each and every day. It’s where bold, bright professionals like you can reach your full potential—and where you can help us reach ours.

Essential Functions:

• Contribute to a safe, engaged and inclusive work culture by complying with all safety requirements, including proper use of personal protective equipment and operation of equipment, and performing 5S duties.
• Support Supplier Quality initiatives, tools and processes by inspecting raw materials for defects, performing root cause analysis, First Article Inspection (FAI) for supplied products, and updating or creating Control Plans as required.
• Collect and analyze data, including documenting non-conformances, and effectively communicate issues to appropriate parties, verifying required rework.
• Perform root cause analysis and proactively identify opportunities for process improvement by troubleshooting, updating or developing test setups and procedures and work cross-functionally to resolve issues.
• Train manufacturing associates, providing assistance as needed to clarify product and process requirements.
• Support Quality Tool deployment and participate in the training of employees as the technical subject matter expert for quality tools and processes, including 5 Whys, Check Sheets, Pareto
• Support ISO 9001:2015, Eaton Quality Management System, and Eaton Quality System deployment by performing audits, including EQS and integrated audits, ensuring deployment of tools, and assisting with addressing any audit findings or issues.
• Attend Satellite DMR Closure Meeting to support any actions pertaining to DMR closures.
• Support the assigned value stream by managing daily floor calls, attending tier meetings, reporting quality metrics, investigating complaints and supporting the quality council actions.

Qualifications:

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum of 2 years experience in a fabrication environment.
• Minimum of 1 year quality experience.
• Experience using Order Entry and Material Management Systems.
• High school diploma or GED equivalent from an accredited institution.
• No relocation is offered. Candidates must currently reside within a 50-mile radius of Sumter, SC to be considered. Active-Duty Military are exempt from this geographical limitation.
• Eaton will not consider applicants for employment immigration sponsorship or support for this position. This means that Eaton will not support any CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT plans, F-1 to H-1B, H-1B cap registration, O-1, E-3, TN status, I-485 job portability, etc.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience with Eaton systems including order entry (Vista), material management (DMM), Plant Order Manager (POM), WISPER, MRP/ERP (AS400), Quality Tool (MQ1).
• Strong understanding of Fabrication Processes, Steel and Copper.
• Experience reading and interpreting blueprints, and other Eaton Specific Requirements.
• Experience verifying part acceptance using calipers, tape measures, digital protractors, paint mileage gage per Eaton Standards.

Skills:

POSITION CRITERIA:

• Proficient with computers and programs including Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel) and SharePoint.
• Must work somewhat independently and make decisions that affect the workgroup. Focus efforts on attaining assigned goals and objectives, which include meeting needs and expectations of internal and external customers.
• Able to direct and influence others without formal leadership authority.
• Working knowledge of Eaton Lean Systems, Eaton Quality Systems, Eaton Safety Process, basic electricity principles, and ISO 9000.
• Working knowledge of Panelboard, Switchboard, and / or Fabrication operation/functionality.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, persuasive skills, and analytical problem-solving skills. Work with individuals and groups to effectively participate within team environment.

Additional Information:

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit, reach at or above shoulder level, grip, and use hands to handle and feel. The employee is frequently required to stoop, lift, carry, push, pull, and grip. The employee is frequently required to lift/carry up to 35 pounds and to push/pull up to or greater than 35 pounds with or without accommodation. The vision requirements include far and close vision with depth perception and color discrimination. While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to communicate.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly exposed to noise and frequently exposed to dust.

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