Quality Technician: 1st Shift Incoming Inspection & Root Cause

Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc.; South Boston, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

HITACHI ENERGY USA INC in South Boston, Virginia, is seeking a Quality Technician for 1st shift Incoming Inspection to ensure products meet customer specifications. You will inspect at multiple stages, analyze data, and partner with operations to identify root causes and drive improvements.

This role emphasizes adherence to standardized processes, data-driven problem solving, and training support across shifts to promote safety, quality, and consistency in production.

Qualifications

• Experience in a manufacturing or quality-focused environment preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Basic computer skills with willingness to learn Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to analyze issues and support root cause problem-solving.
• Comfort working collaboratively across teams and shifts.
• Commitment to safe work practices and high-quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform product inspections at multiple stages of the manufacturing process.
• Inspect units prior to customer final inspection.
• Identify root causes and close Quality Notifications (QNs).
• Support customer issue resolution and wrap-up meeting actions.
• Create, communicate, and maintain quality alerts.
• Assist with procedure reviews, audits, and CCRP action items.
• Verify adherence to standardized processes and work instructions.
• Support training efforts to promote safety, quality, and consistency across shifts.

Skills

Quality mindset

Communication

Root cause analysis

Team collaboration

Microsoft Office

Safety awareness

Job description

HITACHI ENERGY USA INC in South Boston, Virginia, is seeking a Quality Technician for 1st shift Incoming Inspection to ensure products meet customer specifications. You will inspect at multiple stages, analyze data, and partner with operations to identify root causes and drive improvements.

This role emphasizes adherence to standardized processes, data-driven problem solving, and training support across shifts to promote safety, quality, and consistency in production.