Quality Tech

nVent; Centralia (WA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

401(k) retirement plan with company-m​

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

nVent is seeking a Quality Technician to inspect outputs, read blueprints, document results, and support continuous improvement on the production floor in Centralia, WA.

You will use gauges, record data, train the team, and help determine root causes of defects while ensuring adherence to standards. The role requires 1-3 years of manufacturing quality experience and a high school diploma; basic MS Outlook, Word, Excel are used daily.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years' quality experience in manufacturing.
• High school diploma; additional qualifications are a plus.
• Exceptional attention to detail to identify defects and inconsistencies.
• Technical knowledge of production processes, materials, and quality standards.
• Analytical skills to interpret data from testing processes.
• Mathematical skills for precise measurements and calculations.
• Problem-solving skills to identify root causes and solutions.
• Communication skills to relay information about quality issues to teams.
• Position requires standing for long shifts and lifting up to 40 lbs.
• Basic computer skills (Outlook, Word and Excel).

Responsibilities

• Inspect output samples using standard methods.
• Ensure assembly lines meet standards and procedures.
• Read blueprints, data, manuals to determine specs.
• Record inspection results and input data into quality database.
• Train production team on quality control measures.
• Propose improvements to the production process.
• Use calipers/micrometers and assist calibration processes.
• Collect and compile statistical quality data.
• Assist in developing test methods and inspection plans.
• Identify root causes of defects and recommend corrective actions.
• Discard or reject non-conforming products/materials.
• Discuss inspection results with responsible teams and management.
• Maintain Document Control.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Quality inspection

Measurement accuracy

Data analysis

Problem solving

Communication

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Quality database

Job description

We’re looking for people who put their innovation to work to advance our success – and their own. Join an organization that ensures a more secure world through connecting and protecting our customers with inventive electrical solutions.

In this position, you will get to:

• Inspect output samples using industry-appropriate methods, such as comparing to standards, measuring dimensions, and examining functionality
• Check that the assembly or production line adheres to standards, and procedures, and complies with set requirements
• Read blueprints, data, manuals, or other materials to determine specifications, inspection and testing procedures
• Record inspection results by completing reports, summarizing re-works and wastes and inputting data into quality database
• Train the production team on quality control measures to improve product excellence
• Propose improvements to the production process
• Use gauges such as calipers and micrometers to measure products, and assist in the equipment is calibration processes
• Collect and compiling statistical quality data
• Assist in the development of test methods and inspection plans
• Assist in determining the causes of product defects and reworks
• Discard or rejecting products, materials, or equipment not meeting specifications
• Discuss inspection results with those responsible for products, and recommending necessary corrective actions
• Assist in maintaining Document Control

You have:

• 1-3 years previous experience in Quality in a manufacturing setting.
• High school degree; Further qualifications will be a plus
• Exceptional attention to detail to be able to identify defects and inconsistencies in products or services
• Technical knowledge and understanding of the production process, materials and quality control standards
• Analytical skills to interpret and analyze data from the testing processes
• Mathematical skills for precise measurements and calculations
• Problem-solving skills to identify the root cause of quality issues and suggest effective solutions
• Communication skills to effectively relay information about quality issues and solutions to teams and management
• Position requires you to be on your feet throughout shift.
• Bending, reaching, and lifting up to 40 lbs. may be required.
• Basic computer skills (Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel)

WE HAVE:

• A dynamic global reach with diverse operations around the world that will stretch your abilities, provide plentiful career opportunities, and allow you to make an impact every day
• Commitment to strengthen communities where our employees live and work
• Core values that shape our culture and drive us to deliver the best for our employees and our customers. We’re known for being:
• Benefits to support the lives of our employees

Pay Transparency

nVent’s pay scale is based on the expected range of base pay for this job and the employee’s work location. Employee pay within this range will be based on a combination of factors including knowledge, skills, abilities, experience, education, and performance. Where federal, state, or local minimum wage requirements exist, employee pay will comply.

Compensation Range

$20.40 - $37.80 Per Hour

Depending on the position offered, employee may be eligible for other forms of compensation, such as annual incentives.

Benefit Overview

At nVent, we value our people and their health and well-being. We provide a broad benefits package with meaningful programs for eligible full-time employees that includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision plans along with flexible spending accounts, short-term and long-term disability benefits, critical illness, accident insurance and life insurance.
• A 401(k) retirement plan and an employee stock purchase plan — both include a company match.
• Other supplemental benefits may include tuition reimbursement, caregiver, personal and parental leave, back-up care services, paid time off including volunteer time, a well-being program, and/or legal & identity theft protection.

At nVent, we connect and protect our customers with inventive electrical solutions. People are our most valuable asset. Inclusion and diversity means that we celebrate and encourage each other’s authenticity because we understand that uniqueness sparks growth.