Quality Inspector -Weekend Shift

About the role

Eaton’s ES AMER ARS PDCAD division is seeking a Quality Inspector for the Weekend Shift. The role is based at the Eaton El Paso, TX facility. Hours are 6:00 a.m. – 6:30 p.m. and the hourly rate is $19.76 per hour (salary guideline based on skills, experience, qualifications, market and business considerations).

Responsibilities

• Inspect and Hi‑Pot switchboard product produced on all lines according to inspection work instructions and applicable governmental requirements.
• Confirm proper function of switchboards and electrical components, identify product non‑conformances, and ensure compliance with customer specifications, safety and quality requirements.
• Document inspections on applicable checklists.
• Use Hi‑Pot, continuity test, and component‑specific testing devices to perform electrical testing.
• Verify switches and circuit breakers function properly.
• Verify torqued connections using a torque wrench per inspection instructions.
• Conduct electrical and mechanical tests per safety and training requirements and procedures.
• Examine and verify mating structures (splice plate dimensions, kirk key coordination, etc.) to ensure problem‑free field installation.
• Verify that production‑floor revisions are incorporated into the product, documentation reflects the current revision, and previous revisions are not used.
• Thoroughly document and communicate non‑conformances; verify required rework to aid problem solving and continuous improvement.
• Communicate design errors to front‑end personnel for correction, obtain revisions, and verify required rework.
• Serve as an informal trainer for production associates, communicate well with teammates, and build positive relationships supporting job objectives and teamwork.
• Assist with complex tasks and product requirements that may not be precisely defined (e.g., barrier placement).
• Troubleshoot, update, develop test setups and new procedures when current procedures are inaccurate.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of 6 months manufacturing, production, or military experience OR a degree in a technical discipline.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship.
• Reside within a 50‑mile radius of the Eaton El Paso, TX facility (only candidates in this area will be considered).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Two or more years of experience in a Quality or Inspector position in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience in switchboard assembly.
• Computer literate.
• Working knowledge of Lean concepts.
• Associate degree in Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering or Electronics.

Skills

• Strong verbal and written communication skills, persuasive skills, and analytical problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to work with individuals and groups to effectively participate within a team environment.
• Knowledge of basic electricity, current flow, and component functionality schematics/wiring diagrams and assembly processes on all lines (Hi‑Pot, Shunt Trip).
• Knowledge of all assembled SWBD product designs (PRL‑C, PRL‑I, IFS, FDS, MF, etc.).
• Experience in applicable UL codes, NEC codes, regional utility codes, customer‑specific requirements.
• Ability to read, comprehend, and interpret manufacturing documents, including front view, MIs, Blow‑Thru, Wiring Diagrams, component literature, engineering drawings, and testing procedures.
• Thorough knowledge of basic electricity, current flow and component functionality.

Pay

The hourly rate for this position is $19.76 per hour. Salary information is a general guideline; actual pay is based on candidate skills, experience, qualifications, market and business considerations.

Schedule

Hours are 6:00 a.m. – 6:30 p.m. (Weekend Shift).

Benefits

Eaton provides various Health and Welfare benefits as well as Retirement benefits, and several programs that provide for paid and unpaid time away from work. For more detail, see Eaton Benefits Overview.