Quality Control Technician -Tester 1st Shift

ABB Inc.; Pinetops (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

ABB is seeking a Quality Control Technician for the Pinetops, NC facility. This role centers on conducting tests and inspections throughout manufacturing to ensure products meet quality standards and specifications.

You will perform checks, document results, and support safety guidelines in a hands-on environment. You will report to the Quality Supervisor and work onsite in North Carolina, bringing 8+ years of manufacturing experience, strong data analysis, and technical skills to drive

Qualifications

• Testing and inspection knowledge during manufacturing.
• Ability to analyze data and report results.
• Understanding of quality standards and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Conduct testing and inspections to ensure compliance with quality standards.
• Perform tests according to manuals and scripts.
• Carry out pre-testing activities for new products and validate processes.
• Assist with Factory Acceptance Testing and document results.
• Identify root causes, implement corrective actions with stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate testing records and regulatory documentation.

Skills

Data Analysis

Manufacturing Processes

Quality Assurance

Technical Skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Tape measure

Calipers

Grinders

Job description

Quality Control Technician -Tester 1st Shift

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 Supervisor

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.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to conduct testing and inspections during the manufacturing process to ensure compliance with quality standards and specifications. Each day, you will execute the assigned work according to agreed workflows and in accordance with ABB standard processes and safety guidelines and report any non-compliance. You will also showcase your expertise by performing tests or checks by following procedures and instructions defined in manuals and test scripts.

Performing physical pre-testing activities for newly developed products to ensure product quality and validating manufacturing processes.

Assisting the team in performing all required checks as part of the Factory Acceptance Testing process.

Inspecting and troubleshooting any identified issues, determining root causes, and implementing corrective actions in collaboration with relevant stakeholders.

Maintaining accurate testing records, data, and documentation, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and quality management systems.

Your role and responsibilities

The work model for the role is: onsite at the Pinetops, NC facility. You will be mainly accountable for:

• 8+ years of working in a manufacturing environment
• Data Analysis & Reporting
• Engineering & Manufacturing Processes
• Specialist Technical & Engineering Skills
• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Legal authorization to work in the US is required
• Knowledge and use of tools - tape measure, calipers, grinders, or other hand tools, as needed.
• Ability to safely use a ladder while performing the job, as needed
• Ability to lift, push and pull up to 40lbs

Working conditions

Manufacturing plant environment requires a combination of hands-on and technical tasks. Work may involve occasional lifting of materials, climbing stairs/ladders, and walking. Employees may be required to bend, twist, or stand for extended periods.

Frequent use of computers is necessary for data entry, monitoring, and communication. Employees will also handle a variety of tools and equipment, from hand tools to machinery, requiring technical skills and adherence to safety protocols.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), such as safety glasses, gloves, and steel-toed shoes, is required to ensure a safe working environment. Adhering to safety guidelines is essential for all team members.

The work environment requires physical endurance, technical proficiency, and a commitment to maintaining safety standards to contribute to a productive and rewarding workplace.

More about us ABB's Distribution Solutions Division facilitates the efficient and reliable distribution, protection and control of power by improving electric power quality while strengthening the resilience of the grid. The Division offers segment-specific products and solutions that largely serve utilities, industry and infrastructure segments, often providing the requisite medium voltage link between high-voltage transmission systems and low-voltage users. With ABB Ability enabled connected solutions at its core, the offering includes medium-voltage air- and gas-insulated switchgear (1 to 66 kilovolts), indoor and outdoor circuit breakers, reclosers, fuses, contactors, relays, instrument transformers, sensors, motor control centers, as well as low-voltage switchgear for the ANSI standard markets.

We value people from different backgrounds.

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 hairstyles, color, religious 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 websites: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf

Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities may request to review the plan of a particular ABB facility between the hours of 9:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. EST Monday through Friday by contacting an ABB HR Representative at 1-888-694-7762.

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