Quality Specialist - 1st Shift - RDC

What you’ll do:

The quality specialist will perform a variety of duties to ensure the production quality of all products in accordance with establish Lean Manufacturing workmanship standards, assembly procedures, ISO 9001:2000 Quality system requirements and the Eaton Quality System.
 
In this function you will: 
•    Assist in quality audits, workmanship defect reduction efforts, corrective and preventive action identification, analysis and reporting, inspection of returned units, special inspections
•    Assist departments in meeting product quality targets by working closely with Engineering, Materials Management and Operational Excellence 
•    Perform inspection activities and videos/photos on in-process and completed assemblies as required.
•    Analyzes and reports production non-conformances. Coordinates feedback on problems affecting quality, BOM, tooling issues, raw materials, training and prints) to Supervisors and Quality Engineers., Mfg. Engineers, or product Engineers as needed. 
•    Initiate, participate in and/or coordinate internal 8D corrective actions (CARs), Failure Effect Mode Analysis, and Control Planning to include follow-up of vendor 8D corrective actions
•    Train and educate associates in product inspection to drive performance improvements and communicate quality standards on an ongoing basis to Production Supervisor and teams as needed.
•    Create Final Inspection programs and assist in developing actions for continued Quality System improvements. 
•    Follow commitment to Eaton Health and Safety (EHS) by following safety policies and procedures, setting safety objectives and following JSA procedures.
•    Fosters an environment that promotes Eaton’s goals, philosophies, and encourages continuous improvement through participation and teamwork.

Qualifications:

Required (Basic) Qualifications:
•    Minimum of one year of experience in a manufacturing or distribution environment. 
•    High School Diploma or GED from an accredited school
•    Legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship
•    No relocation benefit is being offered for this position.  Only candidates that currently reside within 50 miles of Raleigh, North Carolina will be considered.

 Not Required but Preferred Qualifications:
•    Basic understanding of the principles and methodology of Quality Control and Quality Assurance
•    Minimum of 3 years experience in quality, manufacturing, and/or engineering of electro- mechanical devices
•    Two years post-secondary education with an associate degree in electronics or equivalent related education such as Vocational Technical School.
•    Understanding of Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing concepts preferred
•    Lock-out/ Tag-out Knowledge
•    Eaton Product knowledge
•    HALT / HASS and Chamber basics and concepts

Skills

•    Ability to frequently stand, bend, and walk
•    Ability to distinguish colored wired
•    Ability to lift 50 lbs.
•    Ability to use forklifts and power industrial equipment 
•    Must have basic computer skills
•    Ability to use standard computer applications: Excel, Word, Access, PowerPoint required
•    Ability to use good judgment and problem-solving skills to make informed decisions
•    Demonstrates a strong customer service attitude
•    Strong written and oral communication skills
•    Ability to prepare, read, analyze, and interpret product drawings, manufacturing documents, quality specs, and industry/trade magazines.
•    Working knowledge of ASQ