Quality Technician (3rd Shift) — Precision & Improvement

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

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.