Quality Technician

nVent; Dayton (MN); On-site; USD 58,454,000 - 108,312,000; Full time

Job summary

nVent is seeking a Quality Technician to support day-to-day quality activities within our Distribution Center in Dayton, MN. This hands-on role performs inspections, audits, and quality checks to ensure shipments meet standards, working closely with Distribution and Logistics teams to prevent issues and support continuous improvement.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, 1+ year in quality or related fields, and the ability to obtain a stand-up forklift license within two weeks.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1+ year in quality, warehousing, distribution, or manufacturing.
• Ability to obtain stand-up forklift license within 2 weeks of starting.

Responsibilities

• Perform inbound and outbound inspections and freight audits.
• Monitor quality performance across receiving, warehousing, and shipping processes.
• Collect and enter quality data; support routine KPI reporting.
• Assist with containment activities and corrective actions.

Skills

Attention to detail

Basic math

Data entry

Independent worker

Team collaboration

Computer literacy

Quality systems

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Quality measurement tools

Stand-up forklift

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. nVent is seeking a Quality Technician to support day-to-day quality activities within our Distribution Center in Dayton, MN. This hands on role is responsible for performing inspections, audits, and quality checks to ensure products and shipments meet established standards. You’ll work closely with Distribution and Logistics teams to help prevent issues and support continuous improvement.

What You’ll Do

• Perform inbound and outbound inspections and freight audits
• Monitor quality performance across receiving, warehousing, and shipping processes
• Collect and enter quality data; support routine KPI reporting
• Assist with containment activities and corrective actions

What We’re Looking For

• High school diploma or GED required
• Experience with quality measurement tools desired
• 1+ year of experience in quality, warehousing, distribution, or manufacturing required
• Ability to obtain stand-up forklift license required within 2 weeks upon starting, prior forklift experience desired
• Strong attention to detail and basic math/measurement skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast paced environment
• Comfortable using computer programs to enter and review data
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand/walk for extended periods
• Ability to follow established quality systems, procedures, and safety requirements

This is 1st shift-Monday-Friday 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 nVent is a leading global provider of electrical connection and protection solutions. We believe our inventive electrical solutions enable safer systems and ensure a more secure world. We design, manufacture, market, install and service high performance products and solutions that connect and protect some of the world's most sensitive equipment, buildings and critical processes. We offer a comprehensive range of systems protection and electrical connections solutions across industry-leading brands that are recognized globally for quality, reliability and innovation. Our principal office is in London and our management office in the United States is in Minneapolis. Our robust portfolio of leading electrical product brands dates back more than 100 years and includes nVent CADDY, ERICO, HOFFMAN, ILSCO, SCHROFF and TRACHTE. Learn more at www.nvent.com. Commitment to strengthen communities where our employees live and work We encourage and support the philanthropic activities of our employees worldwide Through our nVent in Action matching program, we provide funds to nonprofit and educational organizations where our employees volunteer or donate money Core values that shape our culture and drive us to deliver the best for our employees and our customers. We’re known for being: Innovative & adaptable Dedicated to absolute integrity Focused on the customer first Respectful and team oriented Optimistic and energizing Accountable for performance 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. At nVent, we are committed to equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by national, federal, state or local law.