QC Testing Technician

Cates-Control-Systems-

Plano (TX)

On-site

USD 30,000 - 36,000

Full time

13 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental insurance

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Referral program

Vision insurance

Job summary

Cates Control Systems in Plano, TX is hiring a Testing Technician to verify wiring, labels, fuses and component specs. You will apply voltages, ensure UL/Nec compliance, and document results. Strong schematics reading and PLC basics are essential. This role requires bending, standing, and hands-on panel work in a team setting.

We value detail-oriented problem solvers with 2+ years of relevant experience. Employment is full-time with benefits and on-site work in Plano.

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED preferred.
2 years prior experience preferred.
Attention to detail and problem solving skills.
Leadership traits and mentoring peers.
Must read wiring schematics and understand electrical design.
Strong knowledge of AC-DC circuits and related laws.
Understanding of NEC and UL508A rules for control panels.
Experience with PLC hardware basics and ladder logic.
Experience with motor controls and automation systems.
Familiar with AC/DC drives and transformers.
Ability to read sequence of operations for timers and counters.
Proficient with digital multimeters and basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

Pull-test all wires to verify a good connection.
Label all wires correctly and verify fuse ratings.
Check for wire frays and verify component sizes/voltages.
Apply voltage and verify components operate correctly.
Ensure UL compliance via schematic designer when required.
Place identification and UL stickers on control panels.
Fill out check sheets and verify quality before shipping.
Log time spent on each job into Epicor.
Maintain clean, organized work area and teamwork.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem solving/analysis

Leadership traits

Mentoring peers

Reading wiring schematics

AC-DC circuits

Kirchhoff’s law applications

Ohms and Watt’s Law

NEC and UL508A knowledge

PLC ladder logic

Motor controls & automation

AC & DC drives concepts

Transformers knowledge

Multi-meter use

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma or GED preferred

Tools

Epicor database

Job description

Description

Cates Control Systems in Plano, TX is looking to hire a Testing Technician.

Joining the Cates team is both challenging and rewarding. You will become an important member of a very talented and dynamic team within our industry. If this sounds like you, please read on!

The Role

Pull-test all wires to verify a good connection.
Make sure that all wires are labeled correctly.
Make sure that all fuses are correct according to design standards.
Make sure that there are no wire frays.
Check all components to verify correct sizes and voltages.
Apply the required voltage and verify that all components operate correctly.
If the control panel requires UL approval, you must make sure all components meet UL requirements via schematic designer.
Apply all identification stickers and UL stickers to control panel(s).
Fill out all check sheets supplied with drawings for your department. Verify quality prior to hand off to shipping department.
Log all time spent on each job into the Epicor database using the traveler supplied with the drawings.

Education and Qualifications

High school diploma or GED preferred
2 years prior experience preferred
Attention to detail
Problem solving/analysis
Leadership traits
Mentoring peers and other technicians
This position requires a significant amount of bending and standing
Ability to read wiring schematic
AC-DC circuits: Needs a fundamental knowledge of AC-DC circuits and the difference between the two. This person needs to understand Kirchhoff’s law and apply it to power and control circuits.
Ohms and Watt’s Law: Needs to know how to calculate simple and advanced circuit calculations for industrial control panel needs.
NEC and UL508A: Needs to have the ability to look up and understand NEC and UL508A rules and apply them to industrial control panels. NEC and UL508A will also need to be used in electrical design of power and control circuits. Wiring sizing, component selection, and component uses are also required.
PLC: Needs to understand PLC hardware basics and understand basic PLC ladder logic.
Motor Controls and Automation: Needs to understand advanced motor controls and automation systems. Troubleshooting improperly working circuits is required. A firm understanding about closed loop control and individual components in that loop is also needed. Process controller programming and setup is also required. Must be able to read sequence of operations for timers and counters and apply them to control panels.
AC and DC drives: Needs a fundamental knowledge of AC and DC drives. Basic and advanced setup of various drives is required.
Motors: Needs to understand how different AC, DC and servo motors work.
Transformers: Needs to understand how to make connections for various application needs.
Multi-meter use: Needs to understand how to use a digital multi-meter to make various electrical readings.
Basic computer skills

More About Us

Cates Control Systems was founded over 40 years ago and is a systems integration company that partners with manufacturing firms to develop and implement automation solutions to increase production, improve quality and reduce costs. Our customers are extremely diverse and spread all over North America (and a few internationally). Our customers make roofing shingles, fry potato chips, roast coffee, process poultry and beef, distill water, bottle apple juice, and ship all over the world.

Cates is committed to delivering quality solutions that we stand behind through service and support. Our vision is to positively impact the lives of others. We are a fun, friendly company with a strong family atmosphere and 12 core principles that guide us at every step in our success. Our culture is firmly rooted in the values of honesty, integrity, commitment and reliability. To learn more, please visit us at www.cates.com.

keywords: test, quality, automation, control panels

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: From $22.00 - $26.00 per hour

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