Quality Control Technician

ABB Inc.; Portland (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

ABB is seeking a Quality Control / QC Inspector to join the Portland, TN site. The role focuses on product testing on the production floor and in the lab, conducting audits, and ensuring parts meet quality standards.

You will work with Team Leaders and Supervisors to provide QC training and write/update quality procedures as needed. The position supports ABB Installation Products in Portland, TN, with lean initiatives to reduce waste and improve processes.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 2 years' experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Minimum 5 years' hands-on experience in Quality Control or related role.
• Proficient computer skills including email, Excel, Microsoft Word, and Access.

Responsibilities

• Maintain production floor activities related to quality.
• Perform daily audits and quality inspections.
• Conduct floor and lab testing using appropriate equipment.
• Use micrometers and calipers for measurements.
• Support calibration program activities.
• Maintain documentation control and data entry.
• Recheck reworked parts to ensure quality standards.
• Provide Quality Control training and procedures updates.
• Develop and manage control plans and reports.
• Lead or participate in special quality projects.

Skills

Quality control

Lean manufacturing

Interpersonal skills

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Excel

Microsoft Word

Access

Job description

At ABB, we help industries run leaner and cleaner-and every person here makes that happen. You'll be empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact we create together. Join us and help run what runs the world.

This position reports to:

Quality Manager

Your role and responsibilities

Job Summary:

The person in this position is responsible for performing product testing, including floor and lab, using various types of testing equipment to ensure the parts being produced meets quality standards. This person will perform daily audits and prepare reports as needed. They will be responsible for rechecking reworked parts to ensure they meet quality standards. They will work closely with Team Leaders and Supervisors to provide Quality Control Training and direction, writing quality procedures and/or update current standards as required. This person will support process improvement initiatives using LEAN manufacturing principles in an effort to eliminate waste.

The work model for the role is onsite in Portland, TN.

This role is contributing to the success of the ABB Installation Products, Portland, TN location.

Major Responsibilities/Activities

• Maintain the Production Floor Activities concerning Quality
• Perform daily audits/Military audits
• Testing including floor checks and lab testing
• Use of micrometers and calipers
• Calibration program
• Documentation control
• Data entry and reporting
• Rechecking reworked parts
• QC Training classes
• Writing quality procedures
• Control plans
• Special projects

Basic Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED
• Basic Math skills
• Computer skills a must - Email, Excel, Microsoft Work, Access
• Minimum 2 years' experience in manufacturing environment
• Minimum 5 years' hands on experience in Quality Control or specific skills and characteristics that would be relevant for this role
• May be required to work alternate shifts as business needs require as well as perform other duties as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications:

• LX, TOPS experience

Additional Comments: Must have exceptional interpersonal skills, self-starter and highly motivated. Good communicator and problem-solving skills.

Candidates must already have a work authorization that would permit them to work for ABB in the US.

Equal Employment Opportunity and affirmative action at ABB

ABB is an Equal Employment Opportunity and affirmative Action employer for protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities at ABB.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their - sex (gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation), marital status, citizenship, age, race and ethnicity, inclusive of traits historically associated with race or ethnicity, including but not limited to hair texture and protective hair styles, color, religion, creed, national origin, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, genetic information, protected Veteran status,, or any other characteristic protected by federal and state law.

For more information regarding your (EEO) rights as an applicant, please visit the following website: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights612S screenRdr.pdf.

As an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affitative Action Employer for Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities, applicants may request to review the plan of a particular ABB facility between the hours of 9:00 AM - t:00 PM EST Monday thru Friday by contacting an ABB HR Representative at 1-888-694-7762

Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access ABB;s career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by calling an ABB HR Representative at 1-888-694-7762 or by sending an email to [e-mail]. Resumes and applications will not be accepted in this manner.

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