Quality Technician in CHAMPLIN, Minnesota at States Manufacturing Corporation

Positions in both Champlin & Dayton

Job Summary:

The Quality Technician ensures that all switchgear and switchboard products meet internal standards and customer specifications. This role involves hands-on inspection, testing, and documentation to support compliance with industry regulations and continuous improvement initiatives.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Conduct in-process, final, and incoming inspections of electrical and mechanical components.
• Perform functional and continuity testing on switchgear and switchboard assemblies.
• Maintain calibration records and ensure proper use of inspection tools.
• Identify and document non-conformances; support root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Assist in internal and external audits (e.g., ISO 9001, UL, CSA).
• Collaborate with production, engineering, and supply chain teams to resolve quality issues.
• Maintain quality records, inspection logs, and test data.
• Support continuous improvement projects and lean manufacturing initiatives.
• Inspect wiring, bus bars, enclosures, and mechanical assemblies for conformance to drawings/specs.
• Use tools such as calipers, micrometers, multimeters, hi-pot testers, and torque wrenches.
• Review and verify supplier certifications and test reports.
• Record inspection results in ERP or quality management systems.
• Tag and quarantine non-conforming materials.
• Participate in daily quality and production meetings.
• Update inspection checklists and work instructions as needed.

Required Skills and Experience:

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Associate degree or technical certification in Electrical Technology, Mechanical Engineering, or Quality Assurance preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably in electrical equipment or switchgear/switchboard production.
• Experience with UL 891, UL 1558, or similar standards is highly desirable.
• Proficient in reading and interpreting electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, and wiring diagrams.
• Familiarity with quality tools and methodologies (e.g., 5 Whys, Fishbone, 8D, FMEA).
• Experience using inspection and test equipment (e.g., hi-pot testers, multimeters, calipers).
• Knowledge of ISO 9001 quality systems and documentation practices.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Effective communication and teamwork abilities.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.

Additional Skills and Experience:

• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Epicor) and quality management software is a plus.
• IPC/WHMA-A-620 Certification (for wire harness inspection)
• OSHA 10 or 30-hour certification

Benefits

• PTO/ESST
• Paid holidays
• $100 individual deductible and $300 family deductible health insurance
• Paid Weekly
• Vision and Dental Insurance
• 401K / Life Insurance / STD