Quality Inspector

nVent•Oregon, WI

About The Position

We’re looking for people who put their innovation to work to advance our success – and their own. Join an organization that ensures a more secure world through connecting and protecting our customers with inventive electrical solutions. The Quality Inspector – Electrical conducts performance testing of electrical components and equipment within Trachte product buildings to verify compliance with intended design, application, and the Trachte Compliance Control (TCC) System. This role ensures safe, accurate, and complete electrical operation prior to shipment while supporting quality, safety, and customer satisfaction standards.

Requirements

High school diploma required.
Minimum of five (5) years of related experience and/or training in electrical installation within manufacturing or construction environments, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Working knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC).
Analytical Skills – Collects, researches, and evaluates data effectively.
Problem Solving – Identifies issues, analyzes information, develops solutions, and works collaboratively.
Project Management – Communicates progress, changes, and priorities clearly.
Technical Expertise – Continuously develops electrical knowledge and shares expertise with others.
Communication Skills – Communicates clearly both verbally and in writing; listens and responds effectively.
Teamwork & Leadership – Builds trust, motivates others, delegates appropriately, and supports team success.
Quality Management – Demonstrates accuracy, thoroughness, and commitment to continuous improvement.
Adaptability & Initiative – Responds effectively to change, takes ownership, and seeks growth opportunities.
Judgment & Decision-Making – Makes sound, timely decisions and involves appropriate stakeholders.
Planning & Organization – Prioritizes work, manages time effectively, and coordinates tasks.
Safety Awareness – Follows safety procedures, identifies hazards, and promotes a safe work environment.
Dependability & Accountability – Follows instructions, meets commitments, and completes tasks on time.
Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds occasionally.
Regularly required to stand, walk, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
Frequent use of hands for handling, reaching, and operating tools.
Vision requirements include close, distance, peripheral vision, depth perception, and focus adjustment.

Nice To Haves

State of Wisconsin Journeyman or Master Electrician license preferred.

Responsibilities

Prepare product buildings for performance testing by setting up test workstations, connecting temporary power, and verifying electrical safety prior to energizing systems.
Perform electrical performance testing as part of a two-person team, correlating equipment operation with TCC documentation.
Review building construction drawings and execute a structured sequence of ON/OFF cycles for manual, automatic, and interface-controlled components.
Test circuit continuity and electrical compatibility using instruments such as volt/ohmmeters to ensure safety and compliance.
Mark and document drawing segments to verify successful completion of each component test.
Troubleshoot identified performance deficiencies and coordinate immediate corrective actions with the Lead Electrician.
Communicate deficiencies clearly and provide direction or instruction to electricians as needed.
Assist with post-testing activities including notification labeling, ship-loose item lists, and preparation of ship-loose materials for transport.
Interact effectively with supervisors to understand and complete assigned tasks.
Train and instruct crew members on Trachte installation policies, standards, and quality expectations.
Foster a positive work environment that promotes pride in workmanship, teamwork, customer focus, and continuous improvement.

Benefits

A dynamic global reach with diverse operations around the world that will stretch your abilities, provide plentiful career opportunities, and allow you to make an impact every day
nVent is a leading global provider of electrical connection and protection solutions. We believe our inventive electrical solutions enable safer systems and ensure a more secure world. We design, manufacture, market, install and service high performance products and solutions that connect and protect some of the world's most sensitive equipment, buildings and critical processes. We offer a comprehensive range of systems protection and electrical connections solutions across industry-leading brands that are recognized globally for quality, reliability and innovation. Our principal office is in London and our management office in the United States is in Minneapolis. Our robust portfolio of leading electrical product brands dates back more than 100 years and includes nVent CADDY, ERICO, HOFFMAN, ILSCO, SCHROFF and TRACHTE. Learn more at www.nvent.com .
Commitment to strengthen communities where our employees live and work
We encourage and support the philanthropic activities of our employees worldwide
Through our nVent in Action matching program, we provide funds to nonprofit and educational organizations where our employees volunteer or donate money
Core values that shape our culture and drive us to deliver the best for our employees and our customers. We’re known for being:
Innovative & adaptable
Dedicated to absolute integrity
Focused on the customer first
Respectful and team oriented
Optimistic and energizing
Accountable for performance
Benefit Overview
At nVent, we value our people and their health and well-being. We provide a broad benefits package with meaningful programs for eligible full-time employees that includes:
Medical, dental, and vision plans along with flexible spending accounts, short-term and long-term disability benefits, critical illness, accident insurance and life insurance.
A 401(k) retirement plan and an employee stock purchase plan — both include a company match.
Other supplemental benefits such as tuition reimbursement, caregiver, personal and parental leave, back-up care services, paid time off including volunteer time, a well-being program, and legal & identity theft protection.
At nVent, we connect and protect our customers with inventive electrical solutions. People are our most valuable asset. Inclusion and diversity means that we celebrate and encourage each other’s authenticity because we understand that uniqueness sparks growth.