Lead Quality Inspector

Job Description

A Lead Quality Inspector is responsible for ensuring that products or services meet established quality standards and specifications. They perform inspections, tests, and audits to identify any defects or deviations from quality requirements. Quality Inspectors use various tools and techniques to measure and evaluate the quality of materials, components, and finished products. They document and report any non‑conformities and work closely with production teams to address quality issues and implement corrective actions. Additionally, they may participate in the development and improvement of quality control processes and procedures. The Lead Quality Inspector will be responsible for training and leading teams of inspectors.

Essential Responsibilities

• Train the Inspection Crew in the final inspection and test of bus duct, low and medium voltage motor control, low and medium voltage switchgear, and PCR.
• Train the Inspection Crew to perform these tests, if necessary, for Powell customers and/or their representatives during witnessed customer inspections.
• Inspect and test all equipment manufactured at Powell facilities.
• Interface with shop, engineering, sales, customers, and shipping.
• Attend department safety and training meetings.
• Attend pre‑inspection meetings with sales and customers.
• Assist in scheduling customer inspections.
• Adhere to all company policies and safety rules.
• Record shop discrepancies and shortages.
• Record engineering discrepancies.
• Check all test/inspection documentation completed by crew.
• Check all shipping documentation completed by crew.
• Verify that all maintenance on assigned test equipment has been completed.
• Review and turn in all inspection documentation.
• Supervise the inspection crew and train all inspectors.
• Assist the Inspection Supervisor in daily supervision of the department.
• Act as backup Inspection Supervisor in the Inspection Supervisor’s absence.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or General Education Diploma.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in the industrial electrical field and/or an associate degree in electrical technology.
• Minimum 3 years of supervisory experience.
• Advanced knowledge of electrical theory.
• Proficiency with handheld test equipment such as multimeter, clamp‑on meter, voltage detector, etc.

Skills, Abilities & Other Requirements

• Ability to answer technical questions from shop personnel, inspectors, and customers.
• Ability to interact regularly with shop, inspection, engineering, sales, and shipping personnel.
• Apply product knowledge and technical skills to aid in problem solving.
• Basic computer skills using Oracle, Word, Excel, and Access.
• Knowledge of IEEE standards for circuit breakers, switchgear, and switches applicable to Powell equipment.
• Knowledge of NEMA standards applicable to Powell equipment.
• Knowledge of the National Electric Code as applicable to Powell equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical symbols, characters, and drawings.
• Basic understanding of power system and relay applications as applied to products.
• Ability to apply industry standards as applicable to job and product.
• Innovative mindset to improve existing products.
• Knowledge of Standard First Aid and CPR.
• Technical writing skills.
• Proficiency in English, both written and verbal.

Working Conditions

Outdoor/indoor construction/manufacturing environment, primarily temperature‑controlled. Exposure to electrical, noise, and cut hazards. Required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) such as arc flash gear, safety shoes, hard hats, gloves, safety glasses, and hearing protection as required. Must be able to work on platform ladders and other elevated work surfaces at heights greater than four feet.

Physical Requirements

Ability to maintain body equilibrium and agility to prevent falling when walking, standing, crouching, ascending or descending stairs or step ladders. Must stand and hold the body in delicate positions for extended periods. Frequent use of upper extremities, working with both arms above and below shoulders and at full extension. Ability to lift up to 50 lb.

More Information

This job description outlines the essential functions of the job and does not contain a comprehensive list of all possible responsibilities, tasks, and duties.