Quality Control Inspector
About The Position
The Quality Control Inspector conducts comprehensive, end-to-end quality inspections of industrial control panels and assemblies, including PLC cabinets, solar power skids, and custom enclosures. The role verifies that physical assembly, wiring, labeling, and electrical performance conform to UL standards, client specifications, engineering schematics, and internal quality metrics before shipment. Knowledge of ISO 9001 is helpful but not required. The inspector performs electrical, component, mechanical, and labeling checks; documents and communicates defects; reinspects corrected work; and maintains quality records. The role provides final QC approval before shipment and audits packaging and crating. The inspector also follows company safety policies and applicable OSHA and NFPA 70E guidelines, maintains the QC testing area and equipment, and may assist with production panel assembly when warranted.
Requirements
- At least four years of experience in industrial panel manufacturing, panel wiring, or control system testing, with demonstrated expertise in panel assembly standards.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Ability to read and interpret complex electrical schematics, single-line diagrams, engineering drawings, and bills of materials.
- Familiarity with UL 508A, UL 698A, and general NEMA enclosure ratings.
- Proficiency with electrical testing tools, including multimeters, torque wrenches, wire pull testers, and insulation resistance testers.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
- Comfort using digital inspection forms or ERP/QMS software.
- Ability to distinguish colors for verification of color-coded wiring.
- Ability to stand for long periods, bend, stoop, and lift, push, or pull up to 50–60 pounds.
- Excellent hand-eye coordination and visual acuity for detailed inspection work.
- Attention to detail, objective problem-solving, effective communication, and ability to provide constructive feedback to assembly technicians.
- Availability to work overtime as required to support production schedules and client deadlines.
Nice To Haves
- Knowledge of ISO 9001.
- Vocational training, an associate degree, or certifications in industrial electricity or electronics.
Responsibilities
- Perform point-to-point electrical continuity testing, wire tug testing, and terminal torque verification according to UL and project specifications.
- Verify components against the official bill of materials, including part numbers, ratings, fuse sizes, and quantities.
- Perform preliminary panel power-up testing and voltage checks while following safety protocols.
- Inspect mechanical assembly, enclosure modifications and cutouts, component layout, DIN rail and wire duct placement, and overall craftsmanship.
- Verify wire color-coding, gauge sizing, routing, labeling, ferruling, and termination standards.
- Verify placement of internal and external nameplates, safety warnings, client-required labels, and serial/UL labels.
- Identify, document, and track production defects, wiring errors, and mechanical deviations in internal quality issue logs or systems.
- Communicate quality findings to panel shop leads, supervisors, and assembly technicians to support prompt rework and prevent recurring errors.
- Reinspect panels after rework or corrective actions.
- Maintain accurate quality records, including sign-off checklists, torque logs, and high-resolution photographs of finished assemblies.
- Transition between tasks and prioritize on-time customer delivery.
- Assist with production panel assembly projects when warranted.
- Provide formal final QC sign-off and approval before projects are staged for shipment.
- Audit final packaging and crating to ensure panels are protected during transport.
- Comply with company safety policies, OSHA regulations, and NFPA 70E electrical safety guidelines.
- Maintain a clean, safe, and organized QC testing area and ensure test equipment and tools are maintained and calibrated.
- Perform other quality-related duties as assigned by the quality manager or panel shop leadership.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
