Quality Inspector I - 1st Shift

Eaton Corporation • South Milwaukee, WI

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Eaton’s Power Reliability Division is currently seeking a Quality Inspector-I to join our team. This position is based at our South Milwaukee, WI facility. The Quality Inspector-I role is dedicated to maintaining and upholding our facility's adherence to established quality standards and specifications. This position introduces the foundations of conducting thorough inspections and tests on materials, components, and finished products to identify any defects or deviations from external suppliers’ quality standards. Additionally, the Quality Inspector I role is responsible for documenting and reporting inspection results, managing nonconforming materials, and collaborating with production teams to resolve quality issues.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED from an accredited institution.
• Minimum two (2) years of previous manufacturing, military, or related experience.
• Eaton will not consider applicants for employment, immigration sponsorship or support for this position. This means that Eaton will not support any CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT plans, F-1 to H-1B, H-1B cap registration, O-1, E-3, TN status, I-485 job portability, etc.
• No relocation benefit is offered for this position. Only candidates that currently reside within the immediate geographical area (50 miles) of the work location will be considered. Active-Duty Military Service member candidates are exempt from the geographical area limitation.

Nice To Haves

• Experience using basic precision measuring instruments and inspection equipment.
• Ability to read, interpret, and work from engineering drawings and blueprints.
• Proficient in basic computer applications, including Microsoft Excel, Outlook, SAP, and related systems.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a cross-functional, team-oriented matrix environment.
• Ability and willingness to work overtime, weekends and any shift as needed.
• Must be able to walk/stand for 8 hours shift with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Must be able to lift 48lbs and push/pull 48 lbs. with or without reasonable accommodation.

Responsibilities

• Attend and actively participate in daily Tier I Production meetings.
• Lead quality containment activities for externally supplied components impacted by warranty claims, customer complaints, scrap, or rework issues.
• Maintain and update incoming inspection requirements for supplier components under containment.
• Collaborate daily with Operations and Materials teams to prioritize inspection and containment activities.
• Facilitate and manage Material Review Board (MRB) activities.
• Determine, communicate, and follow up on disposition decisions for nonconforming and scrap material resulting from containment actions.
• Perform inspections in accordance with established work instructions and quality standards.
• Prepare and distribute containment and inspection reports to relevant stakeholders.
• Verify hold tags, create Quality Notifications (QNs) for nonconforming material, and support disposition activities with the inspection team.
• Accurately document and enter inspection results into business systems to support quality reporting and analysis.
• Assist production personnel with interpreting product specifications, quality requirements, and technical documentation.
• Partner with Engineering and Operations teams to investigate, resolve, and prevent design and quality-related issues.
• Coordinate with material handlers to manage material flow into, within, and out of inspection areas.
• Participate in root cause analysis and continuous improvement initiatives as required.
• Support SAP transactions, including material movements and inventory-related activities.
• Conduct EASE audits and process audits as needed to ensure compliance and operational effectiveness.
• Perform additional duties as assigned, including support for production-related activities and business needs.

Benefits

• Health benefits and vacation time - available to use on day one of your employment!
• Paid holidays - up to 12!
• Weekly pay
• Shift premiums - $2.50/hr for off shifts & Opportunities for overtime.
• Career progression opportunities to cross-train in different departments and increase compensation.
• Retirement benefits, Paid Parental Leave, Educational Assistance Program, Wellness Reimbursement, and more!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED