Quality Associate I - Inspector

Schneider Electric•El Paso, TX

3h•Onsite

About The Position

This position inspects the mechanical, wiring, and cosmetic quality of power distribution equipment. The inspector identifies and resolves product discrepancies, confirms finished products meet customer specifications and quality procedures, and collaborates with Engineering and Assembly operations when issues arise. The role also provides technical guidance and training to new inspectors and works with the supervisor to meet quality standards and shipment commitments. The position is based in a secure industrial manufacturing plant and involves continuous work around high-voltage electricity. Required safety equipment includes safety glasses and special safety shoes designed for high-voltage areas. The work requires use of hand tools, cutting tools, air tools, and measuring equipment, as well as physical activity including lifting, repetitive hand and arm motions, overhead reaching, pushing, pulling, and ladder climbing. The listed U.S. compensation range is $17.50–$24.03 per hour, with eligibility for overtime pay and possible premium pay or differentials depending on location.

Requirements

Successfully take and pass the appropriate Work Keys assessment.
Experience with MS Word, Excel, and other digital platforms.
2–3 years of experience in mechanical and wiring areas.
Ability to read and understand front elevations, wiring diagrams, bills of materials, and schematics.
Ability to work independently.
Expertise with basic hand tools, air tools, gauges, and torque wrenches.
Excellent natural or corrected vision.
Ability to lift up to 26 pounds.
Ability to perform continuous repetitive motions with the hands and arms.
Ability to reach overhead, push, pull, and climb a ladder to perform work.
Ability to continuously exercise independent judgment and initiative in inspection.
Follow safety procedures when working continuously with high-voltage electricity.

Nice To Haves

Technical degree in a mechanical or electrical field.

Responsibilities

Read and interpret moderately complex to complex front elevations, wiring diagrams, bills of materials, and schematics.
Identify discrepancies between customer requirements and finished products.
Visually inspect finished products using customer specifications and quality-control report procedures.
Determine the causes of errors and establish plans to correct them so products conform to requirements.
Work regularly with Engineering to determine appropriate specifications when discrepancies arise.
Coordinate with Assembly operations regarding wiring assembly problems.
Make minor to complex adjustments and modifications to products.
Provide training and guidance to new inspectors in the department.
Work closely with the supervisor to ensure quality standards and shipment commitments are met.
Use a variety of hand tools, air tools, and measuring equipment.
Provide input to supervision, Engineering, and quality groups regarding product improvement.
Maintain a safe and healthful working environment in accordance with OSHA requirements.
Perform other tasks as requested to support effective and continuous utilization of assets.