Quality Technician (Receiving Inspection) - 1st Shift

nVent • Blaine, MN

7d • $20 - $38 • Onsite

About The Position

The Quality Technician (Receiving Inspection) provides quality assurance support and leads root-cause problem-solving activities to improve internal and external quality and customer satisfaction. The position supports product and manufacturing process quality through validations, in-process inspections, monitoring, data collection, analysis, product reviews, and process capability assessments. The technician works with design, manufacturing, quality engineering, operations, supply, customer service, production planning, logistics, and other functions.

The role helps maintain compliance with Quality Management System objectives, trains personnel on QMS standards, conducts internal ISO audits, prepares documented First Article Inspection (FAI) reports, and supports calibration of inspection, test, and measurement equipment. The position is based at nVent’s new Lexington Preserve facility in Blaine, Minnesota, expected to open in 2027. Onboarding and training will take place at nVent facilities in Blaine or Anoka until the new facility opens.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least 2 years of experience in the quality or manufacturing field.
• Ability to read schematics, blueprints, and process-related documents.
• Ability to use precision measuring equipment and measurement tools and techniques, such as calipers, micrometers, and paint mill gauges.
• Ability to interpret order requirements, quotes, and drawings and draw conclusions.
• Skill in identifying root causes of routine problems and developing recommendations for resolution.
• Ability to interpret and apply Quality Systems and ISO procedures and documentation.
• Comfort using computer systems and software, including Microsoft Office applications and an ERP system.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, stand and walk frequently, and operate hand tools.
• Ability to work primarily indoors in an environment with frequent noise of 85 dB and occasional exposure to chemical hazards such as solvents.

Nice To Haves

• GD&T knowledge.
• Knowledge of how air conditioning equipment operates and functions.
• Experience with Quality Management Systems (QMS).
• Experience with JD Edwards ERP.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality assurance support and lead root-cause problem-solving activities to improve internal and external quality and customer satisfaction.
• Lead problem-solving activities for products and manufacturing processes, with assistance from a Quality Engineer.
• Perform process validations, in-process inspections, and monitoring; analyze manufacturing processes and product quality.
• Support design, manufacturing, and quality engineering functions with data collection, analysis, product review, and process capability assessments.
• Understand, follow, and develop processes compliant with Quality Management System objectives, and train personnel to adhere to QMS standards.
• Perform internal ISO standard audits and provide audit support in designated areas.
• Prepare formal, documented FAI reports for customer or internal use as required.
• Communicate with relevant functions, including Operations, Supply, Manufacturing Engineering, Design, Quality, Customer Service, Production Planning, and Logistics.
• Lead or assist with activities that maintain the calibration status of inspection, test, and measurement equipment.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Short-term and long-term disability benefits.
• Critical illness and accident insurance.
• Life insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Employee stock purchase plan with company match.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Caregiver, personal, and parental leave.
• Back-up care services.
• Paid time off, including volunteer time.
• Well-being program.
• Legal and identity theft protection may be available.

What This Job Offers

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