Quality Technician

Eaton’s ES GDCO division is currently seeking a Quality Technician to join the Worcester, MA team!

The hourly rate for this position is $22.00 per hour.

Shift: 10:00am-6:00pm OR 12:00pm-8:00pm, choose which shift works best for your schedule!

Please note the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Why work at Eaton?

We provide competitive benefits that focus on employee well-being that start on day one! Listed below are programs that are offered by our manufacturing site. Visit Eaton.com for more information.

•    Health, Dental, Vision Insurance

•    Competitive compensation packages

•    Paid parental leave, holidays, and vacation!

•    Healthcare/retirement savings programs with company match, Education/Tuition Assistance Program, Annual Wellness Reimbursement, and more!

Position Overview:

As a Quality Technician, you will play a vital role in supporting quality assurance activities and ensuring product compliance with quality standards and specifications. You will assist in the inspection, testing, and documentation of products and processes to maintain quality and drive continuous improvement.

In this function you will:

• Conduct inspection and testing of incoming materials, components, and finished products according to established procedures, specifications, and standards.
• Perform dimensional and visual inspections using precision measurement tools, gauges, and equipment to verify product conformance and identify non-conformities. Perform testing outlined in test methods and procedures.
• Record inspection and test results accurately and completely, documenting findings, measurements, and observations in quality records and databases.
• Assist in the identification, segregation, and disposition of non-conforming materials and products, collaborating with cross-functional teams to implement corrective actions and prevent recurrence.
• Support calibration and maintenance of inspection and test equipment, ensuring accuracy, reliability, and traceability of measurements.
• Participate in quality audits, process evaluations, quality investigations, and continuous improvement activities, providing input and feedback to enhance product quality and performance.
• Follow safety protocols, procedures, and regulations while performing quality assurance activities, ensuring a safe work environment for yourself and others.

Qualifications:

Required:

• High school diploma or equivalent from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in quality assurance, inspection, or a related field (preferably in a manufacturing or production environment.)

•    No relocation benefit is being offered for this position.  Only candidates within a 50-mile radius of the work location will be considered.  Active-Duty Military Service member candidates are exempt from the geographical area limitation.

•    Eaton will not consider applicants for employment immigration sponsorship or support for this position. This means that Eaton will not support any CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT plans, F-1 to H-1B cap registration, O-1, E-3, TN status, I-485 job portability, etc.

Preferred Qualifications:

•    At least 1 years’ experience in industrial manufacturing environment

• At least 6 months hand assembly experience.
• Technical training or certification in quality assurance, inspection, or related areas.
• At least 1 year of experience with quality management software/systems (e.g., ERP, QMS).
• At least 1 year of experience with welding and weld defects.
• At least 1 year previous experience in a regulated industry (e.g., medical devices, aerospace).

Position Criteria:

•    Basic knowledge of quality management principles, practices, and tools.

•    Familiarity with inspection techniques, measurement tools, and quality control methods.

•    Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, bill of materials, and technical documents.

•    Basic computer skills (Ability to use Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint for managing data; Ability to use Microsoft Teams for communication and navigating; ability to utilize Frontier ERP; Ability to use Lotus Notes for reporting and accessing procedures)

• Proficiency in using measurement tools and equipment, such as calipers, micrometers, and gauges.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in performing inspections, tests, and documentation.
• Effective communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

•    Knowledge of ISO standards and regulatory requirements.

•    Familiarity with Lean Six Sigma principles and methodologies.

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We know that good benefit programs are important to employees and their families. 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. Click here for more detail: Eaton Benefits Overview. Please note that specific programs and options available to an employee may depend on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.