Quality Inspector - 1st Shift

Nutanix; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Eaton’s PDCA Power Distribution Control Assembly division in El Paso is seeking a Quality Inspector on 1st shift to verify wiring, components, and perform electrical testing of switchboard products.

You will document inspections, ensure adherence to standards, train production staff, and help drive continuous improvement while maintaining safety and quality.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of 6 months manufacturing, production, or military experience OR a degree in a technical discipline.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship.
• No relocation benefit is offered; candidates must reside within 50‑mile radius of Eaton El Paso facility.
• Two or more years of experience in a Quality or Inspector role in manufacturing preferred.
• Associate degree in Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering or Electronics preferred.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and Hi-Pot switchboard products on all lines, per instructions, to confirm function and identify non-conformances.
• Use Hi-Pot, continuity testing devices to perform electrical testing and verify proper operation of switches and breakers.
• Examine mating structures to ensure completion and error-free field installation.
• Verify revisions are reflected on production documents and keep paperwork up to date.
• Document non-conformances and communicate corrective actions for problem solving and continuous improvement.
• Provide informal training to production staff and assist with complex tasks.

Skills

Strong communication

Electrical knowledge

UL/NEC codes familiarity

Reading engineering docs

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical degree

Associate degree in Mechatronics/Electrical/Electronics

Tools

Hi-Pot tester

Torque wrench

Testing devices

Job description

Eaton’s ES AMER ARS PDCAD division is currently seeking a Quality Inspector - 1st Shift in ElPaso at 7800 TradeCenterAvenue. The hourly rate for this position is $19.76 per hour. 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 FUNCTION:Eaton’s PDCA Power Distribution Control Assembly division in ElPaso is seeking for a Quality Inspector. The Quality inspector will verify correct wiring, components, program controllers, and conduct electrical testing of switchboard products and components, as required, per applicable test procedure and/or component literature with the overall goal of timely order fulfillment and adherence to Eaton’s quality standards.

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

• Inspect and Hi-Pot switchboard product produced on all lines, according to inspection work instructions and in accordance with applicable governmental requirements, to confirm proper function of switchboards and electrical components, identify any product non-conformances, and ensure it meets customer specification, safety and quality requirements. Document inspections made on applicable checklist.
• Use Hi-Pot, continuity test, and component-specific testing devices to perform electrical testing. Verify switches and circuit breakers function properly. Verify torqued connections using torque wrench, per inspection instructions. Conduct electrical and mechanical tests per safety and training requirements and procedures. (Hi-Pot)
• Examine and verify mating structures (all structures in a line-up) as necessary to ensure that job is complete and field installation is problem-free (i.e. splice plate dimensions, kirk key coordination, etc).
• Verify that any revisions released to the production floor regarding functionality and customer specifications are incorporated into the product, all documentation reflects the current revision, and previous revisions of documents are not used / discarded. (Process and Update paperwork accurately – POM, test reports, etc.)
• Thoroughly document and communicate non-conformances, which are critical quality records, and verify required rework to aid problem solving and continuous improvement efforts. Communicate design errors to appropriate front-end personnel for correction, obtain revisions, and verify required rework.
• Serve as informal trainer for production associates, communicate well with other associates, and build positive relationships that support job objectives and teamwork. Helping particularly for complex tasks and for product requirements that may not be precisely defined (i.e. barrier placement).
• Troubleshoot, update, develop test setups and new procedures when current procedures are inaccurate.
• When we embrace the different ideas, perspectives and backgrounds that make each of us unique, we — as individuals and as a company — are stronger.

Qualifications

SPECIALIZED KNOWLEDGE

• Strong verbal and written communication skills, persuasive skills, and analytical problem-solving skills. Work with individuals and groups to effectively participate within a team environment.
• Knowledge of basic electricity, current flow, and component functionality schematics/wiring diagrams and assembly processes on all lines. (Hi-Pot, Shunt Trip).
• Knowledge of all assembled SWBD product designs (i.e. PRL-C, PRL-I, IFS, FDS, MF, etc.).
• Experience in applicable UL codes, NEC codes, regional utility codes, customer-specific requirements.
• Ability to read, comprehend, and interpret manufacturing documents, including front view, MIs, Blow-Thru, Wiring Diagrams, component literature, engineering drawings, and testing procedures.
• Requires thorough knowledge of basic electricity, current flow and component functionality.

Basic Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of 6 months manufacturing, production, or military experience OR a degree in a technical discipline.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship.
• No relocation benefit is offered for this position. Only candidates residing within the immediate area of the Eaton ElPaso,TX facility (50‑mile radius) will be considered for this position.

Preferred Qualifications

• Two or more years of experience in a Quality or Inspector position in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience in switchboard assembly.
• Computer literate.
• Working knowledge of Lean concepts.
• Associate degree in Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering or Electronics.

We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees.

Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant’s race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

Eaton believes in second chance employment.

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction history will be considered regardless of their arrest or conviction history, consistent with the LosAngeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, the California Fair Chance Act and other local laws.

You do not need to disclose your conviction history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you.

After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if Eaton is concerned about conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report.

To request a disability-related reasonable accommodation to assist you in your job search, application, or interview process, please call us at 1-800-836-6345 to discuss your specific need.

Only accommodation requests will be accepted by this phone number.

We know that good benefit programs are important to employees and their families.

Eaton provides various Health and Welfare benefits as well as Retirement benefits, and several programs that provide for paid and unpaid time away from work.

Click here for more detail: Eaton Benefits Overview.

Please note that specific programs and options available to an employee may depend on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.