Quality Technician 3rd Shift

Hitachi Energy; South Boston (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy is seeking a Quality Technician - 3rd Shift to ensure products meet high standards and support a safer, smarter, and more sustainable energy future.

You will inspect products, investigate quality concerns, and help resolve issues before they reach customers, while collaborating across teams in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

This role emphasizes attention to detail, problem-solving, safety, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing, production, quality assurance, or a related environment preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to high-quality workmanship.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Basic computer proficiency and willingness to learn Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to analyze issues and contribute to root cause problem-solving activities.
• Collaborative mindset with a commitment to safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections throughout the manufacturing process to verify product quality and compliance.
• Inspect units prior to customer final inspections.
• Investigate quality concerns and support root cause analysis activities.
• Assist in closing Quality Notifications (QNs) and tracking corrective actions.
• Support customer issue resolution and follow-up activities.
• Create, communicate, and maintain quality alerts across the production floor.
• Participate in audits, procedure reviews, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support training efforts and promote adherence to safety, quality, and standardized work practices.

Skills

Attention to detail

Root cause analysis

Communication skills

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Opportunity

At Hitachi Energy, quality is at the heart of everything we do. As a Quality Technician - 3rd Shift, you will play an essential role in ensuring our products meet the highest standards while supporting a safer, smarter, and more sustainable energy future.

In this hands‑on position, you will work closely with production and quality teams to inspect products, identify opportunities for improvement, and help resolve quality concerns before they reach our customers. Your attention to detail, problem‑solving skills, and commitment to excellence will contribute directly to product reliability and customer satisfaction.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment, collaborating across teams, and making a visible impact every day. You'll be empowered to share ideas, strengthen processes, and help build a culture where quality, teamwork, and continuous improvement thrive.

How You'll Make an Impact

• Perform inspections throughout the manufacturing process to verify product quality and compliance.
• Inspect units prior to customer final inspections.
• Investigate quality concerns and support root cause analysis activities.
• Assist in closing Quality Notifications (QNs) and tracking corrective actions.
• Support customer issue resolution and follow-up activities.
• Create, communicate, and maintain quality alerts across the production floor.
• Participate in audits, procedure reviews, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support training efforts and promote adherence to safety, quality, and standardized work practices.

Your Background

• Experience in manufacturing, production, quality assurance, or a related environment preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to high‑quality workmanship.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Basic computer proficiency and willingness to learn Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to analyze issues and contribute to root cause problem‑solving activities.
• Collaborative mindset with a commitment to safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

More About Us

• Join a global technology leader advancing a sustainable energy future through innovation and collaboration.
• Grow your career with access to training, development programs, and exciting opportunities across functions and locations worldwide.
• Be part of an inclusive culture where diverse perspectives are valued, contributions are recognized, and professional growth is encouraged.

Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures and guidelines.