Quality Specialist

Eaton Corporation • Youngsville, NC

7d • $22

About The Position

Position Overview:
The quality specialist will perform a variety of duties to ensure the production quality of all products in accordance with Lean Manufacturing, workmanship standards, assembly procedures, ISO 9001:2015 Quality system requirements and the Eaton Quality Management System (EQMS).

Requirements

• Minimum of one year of experience in a manufacturing or distribution environment.
• High School Diploma or GED from an accredited school
• Legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship
• Ability to frequently stand, bend, and walk
• Ability to distinguish colored wired
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.
• Ability to use forklifts and power industrial equipment
• Must have basic computer skills
• Ability to use Microsoft Office 365 applications: Excel, Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Teams, Outlook required
• Ability to use good judgment and problem-solving skills to make informed decisions
• Demonstrates a strong customer service attitude
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Ability to prepare, read, analyze, and interpret product drawings, manufacturing documents, quality specs, and industry/trade magazines.
• Working knowledge of ASQ and ISO auditing standards

Nice To Haves

• Basic understanding of the principles and methodology of Quality Control and Quality Assurance
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in quality, manufacturing, and/or engineering of electro- mechanical devices
• Two years post-secondary education with an associate degree in electronics or equivalent related education such as Vocational Technical School
• Understanding of Basic Problem-Solving and Lean Manufacturing concepts
• IPC-A-610 and IPC/WHMA-A-620 certified
• Eaton Product knowledge

Responsibilities

• Assist in quality audits, workmanship defect reduction efforts, corrective and preventive action identification, analysis and reporting, inspection of returned units, special inspections
• Assist departments in meeting product quality targets by working closely with Engineering, Materials Management and Operational Excellence
• Perform inspection activities and videos/photos on in-process and completed assemblies as required.
• Analyzes and reports production non-conformances. Coordinates feedback on problems affecting quality, BOM, tooling issues, raw materials, training and prints) to Supervisors and Quality Engineers., Mfg. Engineers, or product Engineers as needed.
• Initiate, participate in and/or coordinate root cause analysis, internal 8D corrective actions (CARs), Failure Effect Mode Analysis, and Control Planning, as applicable for customer complaints or internal quality issues.
• Train and educate associates in product inspection to drive performance improvements and communicate quality standards on an ongoing basis to Production Supervisor and teams as needed.
• Create Final Inspection programs and assist in developing actions for continued Quality System improvements.
• Follow commitment to Eaton Health and Safety (EHS) by following safety policies and procedures, setting safety objectives and following JSA procedures.
• Fosters an environment that promotes Eaton’s goals, philosophies, and encourages continuous improvement through participation and teamwork.

Benefits

• Eaton provides various Health and Welfare benefits as well as Retirement benefits, and several programs that provide for paid and unpaid time away from work.

What This Job Offers

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