Quality Technician - WKND Shift

nVent • Anoka, MN

23h • $20 - $38

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. Experience the opportunity to excel in a role that sets you on a path to becoming a quality engineering expert. At nVent Management Company, we are committed to nurturing your ambition, ensuring you can develop your skills in an environment dedicated to flawless execution and world-class standards. As a Quality Technician, you will gain invaluable experience and contribute to our mission of achieving exceptional quality. You will: Shift : Weekend (Fri/Sat/Sun 6:00 am - 6:00 pm) Lead root cause problem-solving activities aimed at enhancing internal and external quality levels. Perform process validations, in-process inspections, and quality monitoring of manufacturing processes and products. Support design, manufacturing, and quality engineering functions through data collection, analysis, product reviews, and process capability assessments. Develop and adhere to Quality Management Systems (QMS) objectives, and train personnel to align with QMS standards. Conduct internal ISO standard audits and provide necessary audit support. Prepare formal documented First Article Inspection (FAI) reports for both customer and internal use. Identify and apply suitable measuring tools and equipment to confirm dimensional and functional requirements. Communicate effectively across various departments such as Operations, Supply, Manufacturing Engineering, Design, Quality, Customer Service, Production Planning, and Logistics. Lead or assist in maintaining the calibration status of inspection, test, and measurement equipment. Perform other related duties as assigned. No corrective actions or performance improvement plans within six (6) months of the job posting opening date. No decision making leaves within 12 months of the job posting opening date. Most recent performance rating achieves or higher. Successfully completed six (6) months in current job bid classification OR current career advancement classification.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in quality.
• Preferable experience with precision metal fabrication measurement tools and techniques.
• Strong knowledge of charting and process control methods.
• Familiarity with Quality Management Systems (QMS) is preferred.

Nice To Haves

• American Welding Society (AWS) Certification as Certified Welding Inspector preferred.
• Proficiency in reading blueprints; knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) is a plus.
• Interest in academic and career development preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead root cause problem-solving activities aimed at enhancing internal and external quality levels.
• Perform process validations, in-process inspections, and quality monitoring of manufacturing processes and products.
• Support design, manufacturing, and quality engineering functions through data collection, analysis, product reviews, and process capability assessments.
• Develop and adhere to Quality Management Systems (QMS) objectives, and train personnel to align with QMS standards.
• Conduct internal ISO standard audits and provide necessary audit support.
• Prepare formal documented First Article Inspection (FAI) reports for both customer and internal use.
• Identify and apply suitable measuring tools and equipment to confirm dimensional and functional requirements.
• Communicate effectively across various departments such as Operations, Supply, Manufacturing Engineering, Design, Quality, Customer Service, Production Planning, and Logistics.
• Lead or assist in maintaining the calibration status of inspection, test, and measurement equipment.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees