MC Quality Inspector

Eaton Corporation•Sumter, SC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Eaton’s ES AMER ARS division is seeking a MC Quality Inspector. The role verifies switchboard wiring, components, program controllers, and electrical performance to support timely order fulfillment and compliance with Eaton quality standards. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. The hourly rate is $19.00, and the position is eligible for a variable incentive program. Salary information is a general guideline; compensation is based on skills, experience, qualifications, and market and business considerations. The inspector examines customized switchboard products and components against inspection instructions, applicable governmental requirements, customer specifications, and safety and quality standards. The role includes electrical and mechanical testing, inspection documentation, revision control, identifying and communicating non-conformances, and confirming necessary rework. Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED and be legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship. Relocation benefits are not offered; only candidates residing within 50 miles of the Sumter facility will be considered.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent from an accredited institution.
Legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship.
Knowledge of basic electricity, current flow, and component functionality.
Knowledge of assembled switchboard product designs, such as PRL-C, PRL-I, IFS, FDS, and MF.
Experience using Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Ability to read, comprehend, and interpret manufacturing documents, including front views, MIs, Blow-Thrus, wiring diagrams, component literature, engineering drawings, and testing procedures.
Ability to thoroughly examine customized switchboard jobs and understand unique requirements.
Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment and perform under high pressure and high expectations with high accountability.
Reside within 50 miles of the Sumter facility; candidates outside the immediate area will not be considered. No relocation benefit is offered.

Nice To Haves

Switchboard experience, including bus assembly or wiring.
Working knowledge of Lean concepts.
Associate degree in Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering, or Electronics.
Knowledge of Eaton systems such as Enovia, material management (DMM), Plant Order Manager (POM), MRP/ERP (AS400), and Quality Tool (MQ1).
Knowledge of applicable UL codes, NEC codes, regional utility codes, and customer-specific requirements.

Responsibilities

Inspect and Hi-Pot switchboard products produced on all lines according to inspection instructions and applicable governmental requirements; confirm proper function and compliance with customer, safety, and quality requirements, identify non-conformances, and document inspections on applicable checklists.
Use Hi-Pot, continuity, and component-specific testing devices to perform electrical testing; verify switches, circuit breakers, and torqued connections; and conduct electrical and mechanical tests in accordance with safety and training requirements and procedures.
Examine and verify mating structures across a line-up as needed to confirm job completeness and support problem-free field installation, including splice plate dimensions and Kirk key coordination.
Ensure production-floor revisions affecting functionality and customer specifications are incorporated, documentation reflects the current revision, and obsolete documents are not used and are discarded; accurately process paperwork such as POM records and test reports.
Ensure component literature and required product documentation are included with each job.
Document and communicate non-conformances, verify required rework, and support problem solving and continuous improvement; communicate design errors to appropriate front-end personnel, obtain revisions, and verify rework.
Identify suspect product at all times to prevent unintended use.