Quality Inspector

INTERMOUNTAIN ELECTRONICS INC • Helper, UT

14h • Onsite

About The Position

Intermountain Electronics (IE) manufactures custom-engineered process, electrical control, and power distribution solutions for critical industries throughout North America. The Quality Inspector evaluates products at multiple stages of manufacturing, including work in progress and completed equipment, and maintains accurate quality records to meet IE and customer documentation requirements. The role investigates nonconformance reports (NCRs) and customer escapes, performs root cause analysis, assists with corrective actions, and identifies opportunities to improve manufacturing and quality processes.

The position performs electrical inspections and reviews across a broad range of manufactured and repaired equipment, verifies workmanship and compliance with applicable specifications and electrical codes, and provides technical guidance on NEC requirements. It works closely with Manufacturing, Engineering, the Quality team, supervisors, leads, employees, customers, and suppliers. Additional duties include training employees on inspection procedures, supporting the Quality Management System (QMS) and ISO 9001:2015 requirements, assisting with audits and documentation, and supporting operational needs.

This is a full-time, onsite position at IE's Helper, Utah facility. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 6:00 AM to 3:30 PM, with every other Friday off. Employees must be able to work a 40-hour week and additional hours when required. The role involves frequent walking and standing, work on a concrete floor, bending and other movements, and occasional lifting or moving of up to 50 pounds.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Three years of relevant industrial or commercial electrical experience.
• Two years of quality control and/or inspection experience.
• Practical knowledge of three-phase power systems, motor controls, drives, low-voltage controls, and PLCs.
• Experience with electrical testing and measurement equipment, including multimeters, Volt-Ohm meters, Hi-Pot testers, and calipers.
• Working knowledge of applicable electrical codes and requirements, including NEC and MSHA.
• Ability to work safely and comply with applicable electrical safety procedures, including OSHA and MSHA requirements.
• Ability to accurately read, interpret, understand, and follow electrical prints and diagrams.
• Excellent attention to detail and strong observational skills.
• Effective troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work effectively and professionally with employees throughout all levels of the company.
• Ability to develop and maintain positive customer relationships.
• Ability to perform general computer functions using email, internet applications, data-entry programs, and Microsoft Excel.
• Ability to safely use tools and material-handling equipment required for assigned work.
• Ability to work a 40-hour work week and additional hours when required.
• Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to perform lifting and continual bending while standing and working on a concrete floor; frequently walk and stand; frequently stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl; regularly use hands and fingers and reach with hands and arms; and climb or balance as necessary.
• Ability to talk and hear as required to safely and effectively perform job responsibilities.
• Required visual abilities include close vision, peripheral vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections and support electrical reviews of IE equipment and products, including MCC buildings, E-houses, power centers, LACT units, pump stations, rebuilt equipment, and other manufactured products.
• Interpret technical assembly prints when reviewing wiring and installation of electrical components, switchgear, switches, instruments, and devices.
• Inspect equipment incorporating PLCs, data loggers, relays, breakers, and other electronic instrumentation used in electrical power station and equipment manufacture and repair.
• Evaluate completed work against established quality and reliability standards.
• Verify that equipment is properly calibrated and complies with applicable electrical codes and design specifications.
• Conduct in-process visual inspections and measurement testing throughout production.
• Perform final inspections to verify required operations meet IE and customer specifications.
• Apply current NEC requirements at an advanced level and verify NEC compliance throughout project builds.
• Provide team members with instruction, explanations, and guidance regarding NEC requirements.
• Communicate technical information clearly with assemblers, peers, engineers, supervisors, and suppliers.
• Collect and review process turnbacks, lead root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions.
• Lead investigations of NCR-related quality issues and analyze company escapes, including concerns that reach end users.
• Partner with the Quality team to identify manufacturing process improvement opportunities.
• Communicate quality process and procedure changes to the Manufacturing Manager and team leads.
• Assist with corrective actions related to process turnbacks, NCRs, escapes, and other quality concerns.
• Work with Manufacturing and Engineering to ensure required documentation is completed.
• Support the QMS team and other employees with workmanship expectations, quality standards, manufacturing processes, and procedures.
• Train new employees on quality processes and inspection procedures.
• Support IE's QMS in accordance with ISO 9001:2015 standards, including the Non-Conforming Material Program.
• Perform additional operational inspections involving fabrication, mechanical assembly, and paint when required.
• Support process development, documentation updates, and quality audits as necessary.
• Stay organized, demonstrate initiative, and remain productive throughout the workday.
• Provide additional support to Engineering or Operations when needed and encourage continuous improvement through teamwork.
• Assist with regular shop-floor and work-group safety meetings and communicate safety concerns or improvement opportunities to the supervisor.
• Maintain dependable attendance, report to work on time, follow IE Core Values, and comply with the safety program, including Cardinal Safety Rules.
• Safely use required tools and material-handling equipment, which may include hand tools, overhead cranes, forklifts, and hoists.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 10 paid holidays
• Medical and dental plans
• Teladoc with 24/7/365 access to U.S. Board-Certified doctors
• Employee Assistance Program
• Company-paid life insurance
• Supplemental vision and life insurance
• Supplemental short-term disability and long-term disability insurance
• 401(k) with company match up to 6% of base salary
• Health Savings Account with available company match up to $2,000 based on family size
• Paid parental leave
• Competitive salary

What This Job Offers

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