Quality Technician

Forgent Power Solutions, Inc.; Champlin (MN); On-site; USD 34,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO/ESST

Paid holidays

Health insurance

Weekly pay

Vision & Dental

401K / Life Insurance / STD

Job summary

Forgent Power Solutions, Inc. in Champlin/Dayton is seeking a Quality Technician to ensure switchgear and switchboard products meet internal standards and customer specs.

You will perform hands-on inspection, testing, and documentation to support compliance with industry regulations and continuous improvement initiatives. Responsibilities include in-process and final inspections, functional testing, calibration maintenance, and collaboration with production, engineering, and supply chain to

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Associates degree or technical cert preferred.
• Minimum 2 years manufacturing experience in electrical equipment.
• Experience with UL 891, UL 1558, or similar standards is desirable.
• Ability to read schematics, drawings, and wiring diagrams.
• Familiarity with quality tools and methodologies (5 Whys, Fishbone, 8D, FMEA).
• Experience with inspection/test equipment (hi-pot testers, multimeters, calipers).
• ISO 9001 documentation practices knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-process, final, and incoming inspections of electrical and mechanical components.
• Perform functional and continuity testing on switchgear/switchboard assemblies.
• Maintain calibration records and ensure proper use of inspection tools.
• Identify non-conformances and support corrective actions.
• Assist internal/external audits (ISO 9001, UL, CSA).
• Collaborate with production, engineering, and supply chain to resolve issues.
• Record inspection results in ERP/quality systems.
• Tag and quarantine non-conforming materials.
• Participate in daily quality/production meetings.

Skills

Reading electrical schematics

Quality assurance

Teamwork

Communication

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Independent work

Education

Associate degree or technical certification in Electrical Technology or Quality Assurance

Tools

Hi-pot testers

Multimeters

Calipers

Job description

Job Summary

The Quality Technician ensures that all switchgear and switchboard products meet internal standards and customer specifications. This role involves hands‑on inspection, testing, and documentation to support compliance with industry regulations and continuous improvement initiatives.

Description

Positions in both Champlin & Dayton

The Quality Technician ensures that all switchgear and switchboard products meet internal standards and customer specifications. This role involves hands‑on inspection, testing, and documentation to support compliance with industry regulations and continuous improvement initiatives.

Job Duties And Responsibilities

• Conduct in-process, final, and incoming inspections of electrical and mechanical components.
• Perform functional and continuity testing on switchgear and switchboard assemblies.
• Maintain calibration records and ensure proper use of inspection tools.
• Identify and document non-conformances; support root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Assist in internal and external audits (e.g., ISO 9001, UL, CSA).
• Collaborate with production, engineering, and supply chain teams to resolve quality issues.
• Maintain quality records, inspection logs, and test data.
• Support continuous improvement projects and lean manufacturing initiatives.
• Inspect wiring, bus bars, enclosures, and mechanical assemblies for conformance to drawings/specs.
• Use tools such as calipers, micrometers, multimeters, hi-pot testers, and torque wrenches.
• Review and verify supplier certifications and test reports.
• Record inspection results in ERP or quality management systems.
• Tag and quarantine non-conforming materials.
• Participate in daily quality and production meetings.
• Update inspection checklists and work instructions as needed.

Required Skills And Experience

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Associate degree or technical certification in Electrical Technology, Mechanical Engineering, or Quality Assurance preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably in electrical equipment or switchgear/switchboard production.
• Experience with UL 891, UL 1558, or similar standards is highly desirable.
• Proficient in reading and interpreting electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, and wiring diagrams.
• Familiarity with quality tools and methodologies (e.g., 5 Whys, Fishbone, 8D, FMEA).
• Experience using inspection and test equipment (e.g., hi‑pot testers, multimeters, calipers).
• Knowledge of ISO 9001 quality systems and documentation practices.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Effective communication and teamwork abilities.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.

Additional Skills And Experience

• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Epicor) and quality management software is a plus.
• IPC/WHMA-A-620 Certification (for wire harness inspection)
• OSHA 10 or 30-hour certification

Benefits

• PTO/ESST
• Paid holidays
• $100 individual deductible and $300 family deductible health insurance
• Paid Weekly
• Vision and Dental Insurance
• 401K / Life Insurance / STD

Salary Description

$25 - $28.50