Qualilty Technician - 1st Shift

About the role

Join an organization that ensures a more secure world through connecting and protecting our customers with inventive electrical solutions. Provide quality assurance support and lead root cause problem solving activities to improve internal and external quality levels, supporting overall customer satisfaction of our products.

Responsibilities

• Lead problem solving activities for both product and manufacturing processes, with assistance from Quality Engineer.
• Perform process validations, in-process inspections, and monitoring, analyzing the quality of manufacturing processes and products.
• Provide support to design, manufacturing, and quality engineering functions for data collection, analysis, product review, and process capabilities.
• Understand, adhere to, and develop processes compliant with the Quality Management Systems (QMS) objectives, as well as train other personnel to adhere to QMS standards.
• Perform internal ISO standard audits and provide audit support in designated areas.
• Provide formal documented FAI reports suitable for customer or internal use as required.
• Effectively communicate with appropriate areas as needed (Operations, Supply, Manufacturing Engineering, Design, Quality, Customer Service, Production Planning, Logistics, etc.).
• Lead and/or assist in supporting the activities that maintain the calibration status of inspection, test, and measurement equipment.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to read schematics, blueprints, and process-related documents. GD&T knowledge is a plus.
• Ability to use precision measuring equipment (e.g., calipers, micrometer, paint mill gauges, etc.).
• Knowledge of how Air Conditioning equipment operates and functions is a plus.
• 2+ years working in the quality/manufacturing field.
• Ability to use measurement tools and techniques.
• Experience with Quality Management Systems (QMS) preferred.
• Must be able to interpret order requirements, quotes, drawings, and draw conclusions.
• Skilled in identifying root causes of routine problems/issues and the ability to develop recommendations for resolution.
• Ability to interpret and apply Quality Systems / ISO procedures and documentation.
• Comfortable using computer systems and software including MS Office Applications and ERP System (JD Edwards is a plus).
• Abilities to meet the physical and environmental demands: Lift up to 50lbs, stand and walk frequently, operate hand tools. Work primarily indoors where there is frequently noise of 85 dB and occasional exposure to chemical hazards (solvents).

About the company

nVent is a leading global provider of electrical connection and protection solutions. We design, manufacture, market, install, and service high-performance products and solutions that connect and protect some of the world's most sensitive equipment, buildings, and critical processes. Our comprehensive range of systems protection and electrical connections solutions spans industry-leading brands recognized globally for quality, reliability, and innovation.

Our principal office is in London, and our management office in the United States is in Minneapolis. Our portfolio includes brands such as nVent CADDY, ERICO, HOFFMAN, ILSCO, SCHROFF, and TRACHTE.

We are committed to strengthening communities where our employees live and work through philanthropic activities and our nVent in Action matching program, which supports nonprofit and educational organizations where employees volunteer or donate.

Our core values shape our culture and drive us to deliver the best for our employees and customers: innovative & adaptable, dedicated to absolute integrity, focused on the customer first, respectful and team-oriented, optimistic and energizing, and accountable for performance.

Pay

Compensation Range: $23.90 - $44.40 Per Hour. Depending on the position offered, employee may be eligible for other forms of compensation, such as annual incentives.

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.
• Tuition reimbursement, caregiver, personal and parental leave, back-up care services, paid time off including volunteer time, and a well-being program.
• Legal & identity theft protection.