Quality Technician
5 days ago
Hixson
Job Description Job Title: Quality Control Technician - $20-$28 based on overall experience. Job Description The Quality Control Technician plays a key role in ensuring that custom OEM electrical control panels meet customer specifications and regulatory requirements. This position focuses on final inspection, electrical testing, documentation of quality results, and maintaining compliance with UL 508A and other relevant electrical standards. The technician maintains calibration records for test equipment, stays current with UL standards, and provides regular quality oversight updates to departmental leadership. Responsibilities • Perform final inspection and testing of electrical control systems in accordance with complex blueprints, electrical schematics, customer specifications, and regulatory requirements., • Conduct testing on energized electrical control systems using appropriate test equipment and established procedures., • Maintain a high level of attention to detail and efficiency while working in a fast-paced production environment., • Analyze and troubleshoot test failures to identify root causes and implement appropriate corrective actions., • Provide technical assistance and support to the Quality Control department on inspection and testing issues., • Collaborate closely with Design and Manufacturing Engineering personnel to establish and refine documentation required for manufacturing quality products., • Interact with other departments and leadership to resolve issues that arise during the inspection and test process., • Train lower-level inspectors and production personnel to reduce defects, minimize rework, and improve overall product quality., • Attend meetings as required and carry out assigned action items related to quality and process improvements., • Participate in special projects that support process improvement initiatives and the Quality Management System., • Maintain accurate and complete records of all tested products, including test results, issues found, and resolutions., • Assist in the design and manufacture of test fixtures to improve testing efficiency and consistency., • Assist in documenting test procedures to ensure repeatable and compliant test processes., • Maintain records of calibrated tools and test equipment, ensuring they remain within calibration intervals., • Stay current with UL 508A and other applicable electrical standards and apply this knowledge to daily quality control activities., • Support scheduling efficiencies by planning and executing inspection and testing activities to meet production timelines., • 3–5 years of experience in an electrical testing environment., • Ability to read and interpret complex electrical schematic drawings, blueprints, and diagrams., • Proficiency with electrical test equipment, including hi-pot testers, meters, power supplies, transformers, and other electronic test devices., • Hands-on experience performing electrical testing and quality inspection of control panels or industrial control systems., • Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills to identify and correct root causes of product test failures., • Demonstrated ability to maintain excellent attention to detail, focus, and quality in a fast-paced environment., • Knowledge of electrical industry standards, including NFPA 70 and UL 508A., • Experience testing energized industrial control systems., • Ability to provide technical assistance and communicate effectively with quality, engineering, and production teams., • Completion and successful passing of the UL 508A MTR course and certification, with course costs covered by the employer., • Formal education or technical certification in an electrical discipline., • Experience working in a UL 508A certified electrical panel or control panel environment., • Experience in quality control, quality assurance, or quality inspection within an electrical or manufacturing setting., • Familiarity with quality management systems and continuous improvement practices., • Ability to assist in the design and manufacture of test fixtures and the documentation of test procedures., • Experience providing training or mentoring to inspectors or production personnel on quality and testing practices. Employees benefit from a stable, long-term opportunity that offers paid time off, health, dental, and vision insurance, and a 401(k) plan with a company match. The organization supports professional growth through covered certification courses such as UL 508A MTR and encourages collaboration across quality, engineering, and production teams. Team members work in an environment that values precision, continuous improvement, and technical excellence, with opportunities to expand skills in electrical testing, standards compliance, and quality management. Work Environment This is a first-shift position with standard hours of 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, with occasional overtime as needed. The role is based in an electrical panel shop environment focused on building and testing OEM electrical control panels. Work involves frequent use of electrical test equipment such as hi-pot testers, meters, power supplies, transformers, and other electronic test devices, as well as regular interaction with blueprints, electrical schematics, and quality documentation. The setting is fast-paced and production-oriented, with close collaboration among quality, engineering, and production teams to meet customer and regulatory requirements. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Hixson, TN. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $28.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision, • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital, • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available, • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents), • Short and long-term disability, • Health Spending Account (HSA), • Transportation benefits, • Employee Assistance Program About Aerotek: We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow. Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. Company DescriptionWe know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.