Panelboard Quality Inspector

Eaton Corporation•Sumter, SC

21h•Onsite

About The Position

This position is based out of our Sumter, SC facility. We create an environment where creativity, invention and discovery become reality, each and every day. It's where bold, bright professionals like you can reach your full potential—and where you can help us reach ours. Exhibit a strong adherence to quality by continually seeking methods of improvement for all functions of the position. Receive information from team members regarding customer needs and product requirements and utilize this information to perform one's function. Perform quality checks as instructed. Receive and carry out work assignments from management and internal customers so as to fulfill customer orders in a timely manner. Closely follow established procedures for completing assigned function and perform special assignments and/or projects as assigned. Contribute to a safe, engaged and inclusive work culture by complying with all safety requirements, including proper use of personal protective equipment and operation of equipment, and performing 5S duties. Monitor workflow and inspect PNBD product produced on all lines by conducting electrical and mechanical tests using Hi-Pot, continuity test, and component-specific testing devices in accordance to inspection work instructions and applicable governmental requirements. Confirm proper function of panelboards and electrical components and identify and properly document any product non-conformances. Verify any revisions released to the production floor regarding functionality and customer specifications are incorporated into the product, all documentation reflects the current revision, and previous revisions of documents are not used /discarded. Ensure that component literature and necessary product documentation are included with the job. Serve as informal trainer for production associates and providing assistance when needed, particularly for complex tasks and for product requirements that may not be precisely defined. Thoroughly document non-conformances to aid problem solving and continuous improvement efforts. Communicate production non-conformances to appropriate production personnel in a timely manner and verify required rework. Communicate design errors to appropriate front-end personnel for correction, obtain revisions, and verify required rework. Ensure that suspect product is identified at all times to prevent unintended use. Coordinate with other inspectors to transfer incomplete jobs from one shift to the other to ensure no inspections or tests are missed, and full accountability is maintained.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent from an accredited institution.
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship.
Only candidates residing within the immediate area of the Sumter facility (50 mile radius) will be considered for this position.
Computer literate.
Strong verbal and written communication skills, persuasive skills, and analytical problem solving skills.
Work with individuals and groups to effectively participate within team environment.
Knowledge of basic electricity, current flow, and component functionality schematics/wiring diagrams and assembly processes on all lines. (Hi-Pot, Shunt Trip).
Experience in applicable UL codes, NEC codes, regional utility codes, customer-specific requirements.
Ability to read, comprehend, and interpret manufacturing documents, including front view, MIs, Blow-Thrus, Wiring Diagrams, component literature, engineering drawings, and testing procedures.
Requires thorough knowledge of basic electricity, current flow and component functionality.

Nice To Haves

Associates degree in Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering or Electronics.

Responsibilities

Exhibit a strong adherence to quality by continually seeking methods of improvement for all functions of the position.
Receive information from team members regarding customer needs and product requirements and utilize this information to perform one's function.
Perform quality checks as instructed.
Receive and carry out work assignments from management and internal customers so as to fulfill customer orders in a timely manner.
Closely follow established procedures for completing assigned function and perform special assignments and/or projects as assigned.
Contribute to a safe, engaged and inclusive work culture by complying with all safety requirements, including proper use of personal protective equipment and operation of equipment, and performing 5S duties.
Monitor workflow and inspect PNBD product produced on all lines by conducting electrical and mechanical tests using Hi-Pot, continuity test, and component-specific testing devices in accordance to inspection work instructions and applicable governmental requirements.
Confirm proper function of panelboards and electrical components and identify and properly document any product non-conformances.
Verify any revisions released to the production floor regarding functionality and customer specifications are incorporated into the product, all documentation reflects the current revision, and previous revisions of documents are not used /discarded.
Ensure that component literature and necessary product documentation are included with the job.
Serve as informal trainer for production associates and providing assistance when needed, particularly for complex tasks and for product requirements that may not be precisely defined.
Thoroughly document non-conformances to aid problem solving and continuous improvement efforts.
Communicate production non-conformances to appropriate production personnel in a timely manner and verify required rework.
Communicate design errors to appropriate front-end personnel for correction, obtain revisions, and verify required rework.
Ensure that suspect product is identified at all times to prevent unintended use.
Coordinate with other inspectors to transfer incomplete jobs from one shift to the other to ensure no inspections or tests are missed, and full accountability is maintained.