Quality Control Technician

Lincoln Electric; Plymouth (MI); Vor Ort; USD 52.000 - 64.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Lincoln Electric is seeking a Quality Control Technician in Plymouth, MI to perform in-process inspections, final quality verification, and functional testing of electrical control panels in the Panel Build Operation. The role ensures safety, compliance, and performance, and supports traceability and documentation.

Requirements include a High School diploma and at least 1 year in electrical assembly or inspection, ability to read wiring diagrams, familiarity with relays, breakers, PLCs, and

Qualifikationen

• High School / GED Diploma required.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in electrical assembly, panel wiring, or electrical inspection.
• Ability to read wiring diagrams, schematics, and basic electrical symbols.
• Familiarity with industrial electrical components such as 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.

Aufgaben

• 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.
• Support audit readiness, workstation 5S, and adherence to safety protocols.

Kenntnisse

Attention to detail

Read wiring diagrams

Quality inspection

Ausbildung

High School / GED Diploma

Tools

Multimeters

Torque tools

Continuity testers

Jobbeschreibung

Lincoln Electric is a high-performance industrial machinery and technology leader who helps customers manufacture and maintain vital equipment and infrastructure. Lincoln Electric’s innovative solutions enable higher quality and productivity across a variety of processes including welding, cutting, brazing, machining, process automation, and field repair. The Company leverages proprietary technologies and expertise in materials science, power electronics, automation, and intelligent software to help customers build better and achieve resilience in their operations. Headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, Lincoln Electric is the essential ‘Linc’ that keeps the economy running. The Company operates 71 manufacturing and automation facilities across 20 countries and serves customers in over 160 countries. For more information about Lincoln Electric and its products and services, visit the Company’s website at https://www.lincolnelectric.com .

Location: Plymouth - 46247

Position Summary

The Quality Control Technician performs in-process inspections, final quality verification, and functional testing of industrial electrical control panels produced in the Panel Build Operation. This role follows the Quality Plan, work instructions, and testing procedures defined by the Quality Supervisor, ensuring panels meet safety, compliance, and performance requirements. The technician also supports traceability, documentation accuracy, and defect containment.

Key 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.

Required Qualifications

• High School / GED Diploma
• Minimum 1 year of experience in electrical assembly, panel wiring, or electrical inspection.
• Ability to read wiring diagrams, schematics, and basic electrical symbols.
• Familiarity with industrial electrical components such as 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.

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

• Hands-on role in a production/test environment requiring standing, walking, bending, and lifting up to 40 lbs. Exposure to electrical test equipment, tools, and production noise.

Lincoln Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to promoting equal employment opportunity for applicants, without regard to their race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including, but not limited to, lactation), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, and any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.

Nearest Major Market: Detroit
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