Quality Wiring and Controls Specialist

FS-Curtis•St. Louis, MO

About The Position

The Quality Department Electrical Wiring and Controls Specialist inspects, tests, and verifies electrical wiring and control systems, and performs broader quality inspections of mechanical assemblies, components, materials, workmanship, labeling, documentation, and finished products. The role conducts receiving, in-process, first-article, and final inspections to ensure compliance with engineering drawings, bills of material, specifications, acceptance criteria, quality standards, and safety requirements. The specialist identifies defects and nonconformances, documents inspection results, supports root-cause analysis and corrective actions, and collaborates with engineering and production teams to improve product quality and support continuous improvement. The position works Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM, in St. Louis.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Experience with electrical wiring, industrial controls, or electrical panel assembly; preferably in a quality or manufacturing environment.
Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and control drawings.
Familiarity with PLC-based control systems and industrial electrical components.
Proficiency with electrical test equipment such as multimeters and continuity testers.
Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Technical certification or associate degree in electrical or controls.

Responsibilities

Inspect electrical wiring, control panels, and electrical assemblies for compliance with drawings and specifications.
Verify proper installation, routing, labeling, and termination of electrical components.
Perform functional testing of electrical and control systems, including PLCs, HMIs, sensors, and related devices.
Troubleshoot and diagnose electrical and control system issues identified during inspection or testing.
Document inspection results, test data, and nonconformances accurately and clearly.
Work with engineering, production, and quality teams to resolve issues and implement corrective actions.
Ensure work complies with applicable safety standards, electrical codes, and company quality procedures.
Maintain test equipment and tools, and keep the work area clean and organized.
Conduct in-process and final quality inspections of electrical wiring and control systems using approved inspection plans and checklists.
Verify workmanship against engineering drawings, bills of material, specifications, acceptance criteria, and approved revisions.
Inspect conductor size, wire identification, routing, bend radius, shielding, grounding, torque, terminal integrity, and separation of power and control wiring.
Perform and document continuity, insulation, voltage, current, and point-to-point checks as applicable.
Confirm the calibration status and proper use of inspection and test equipment before testing.
Identify, tag, segregate, and report nonconforming material or workmanship; support disposition, reinspection, and verification of corrective actions.
Maintain complete, traceable inspection records, including checklists, test results, defect details, and acceptance sign-offs.
Participate in first-article, receiving, source, and final inspections when assigned.
Monitor recurring defects and communicate quality trends and improvement opportunities to Quality, Engineering, and Production.