Quality Inspector - Journeyman Electrician
About The Position
The Quality Inspector ensures that manufacturing and inspection activities comply with established quality standards, process documentation, and customer specifications. The role works with Engineering, Project Management, Procurement, and Manufacturing teams to promote compliance, identify non-conformances, and support continuous improvement. The posting describes three levels of the role. Quality Inspector-1 performs technical responsibilities under direct supervision and supports team goals and production timelines. Quality Inspector-2 independently interprets drawings and performs most installer tasks while handling quality documentation, non-conformances, and basic inspection training. Quality Inspector-3 is a senior-level inspector who handles complex inspections and troubleshooting, leads and develops a quality team, and works with other departments to resolve complex issues and plan upcoming projects. The role may involve working in outdoor, indoor, dusty, noisy, hazardous, high, tight, or confined spaces and other adverse locations. Employees are accountable for safety and health and are empowered to stop work when an unsafe condition is present.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED required for Quality Inspector-1.
- At least 2 years of related experience and 3 years of electrical experience for Quality Inspector-1; electrical experience is preferably in manufacturing or construction.
- Familiarity with basic inspection tools and techniques.
- Ability to follow detailed instructions and comply with standard procedures.
- Understanding of acceptance criteria and awareness of internal and external quality expectations.
- Ability to support team goals and production timelines and use judgment and initiative to resolve issues and make recommendations.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 and ability to navigate ERP systems.
- For Quality Inspector-2: associate degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- For Quality Inspector-2: at least 3 years of electrical experience and 4 years of quality experience in manufacturing or construction, with increasing responsibility.
- For Quality Inspector-2: ability to independently read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, technical drawings, and models, and to perform most installer tasks while meeting quality and delivery expectations.
- For Quality Inspector-2: strong understanding of industry standards such as NFPA 70 (NEC), NECA, and NEMA.
- For Quality Inspector-2: experience managing non-conformances and supporting corrective and preventive action processes; strong communication, documentation, reporting, attention to detail, and commitment to quality.
- For Quality Inspector-2: ability to design and deliver basic training on inspection protocols or tools, exercise independent judgment, balance shifting workloads, meet deadlines, collaborate proactively, and contribute to continuous improvement.
- For Quality Inspector-3: at least 3 years of electrical experience and 6 years of quality experience in manufacturing or construction, with increasing responsibility.
- For Quality Inspector-3: demonstrated ability to independently perform complex inspections, resolve quality issues, identify process gaps, and suggest effective improvements.
- For Quality Inspector-3: working knowledge of ISO 9001 principles and quality management systems.
- For Quality Inspector-3: excellent problem-solving and collaboration skills, ability to interpret advanced blueprints and manage job requirements independently, and deep understanding of quality methods, tools, standards, and assurance.
- Willingness to contribute to continuous improvement efforts.
- Ability to work outdoors and indoors, including dusty, noisy, hazardous, high, tight, or confined spaces and other adverse locations.
- Ability to climb, balance, squat, kneel, and crouch for extended periods.
- Ability to lift, move, and/or carry 50 pounds.
- Must comply with company policies and procedures and follow safety and health accountability practices, including notifying a supervisor of hazards.
Nice To Haves
- Additional vocational or technical training for Quality Inspector-1.
- Manufacturing or construction experience for electrical work.
- Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles and continuous improvement practices.
Responsibilities
- Ensure manufacturing and inspection activities align with quality standards, process documentation, and customer specifications.
- Supervise assigned project processes and support performance in safety, quality, delivery, and productivity.
- Apply Lean Manufacturing tools and concepts to achieve measurable, sustainable process improvements.
- Train, mentor, and develop production team members; at the senior level, lead and develop a quality team.
- Supervise manufacturing personnel and support their engagement, development, and retention.
- Promote safety, accountability, continuous improvement, and operational excellence consistent with RK Mission Critical values.
- Identify opportunities for process efficiency and waste reduction.
- Ensure assigned processes follow safety requirements and standard work instructions.
- Coordinate with the Production Manager on manufacturing support and execution.
- Participate in developing and implementing manufacturing processes, including hazard analysis, safety procedures, and team-member skill assessments.
- Perform comparable related duties as instructed by management.
- At the higher levels, independently inspect complex installations, troubleshoot and resolve quality issues, manage non-conformances, and support corrective and preventive action processes.
- At the higher levels, interpret blueprints and technical drawings, document and report findings, and deliver basic training on inspection protocols or tools.
- At the senior level, identify process gaps and recommend improvements; collaborate with Engineering, Project Management, and Production to resolve complex challenges and plan upcoming projects.
Benefits
- Competitive benefits to support employee growth and well-being.
- Hands-on training and development opportunities through RK University, including leadership and technical learning opportunities.
- Accredited apprenticeship program.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
