Job Description:
Join Schneider Electric as a Manufacturing Electrical Quality Inspector in the Fairfield 1, Ohio facility. and help us deliver products that meet the highest standards of safety and quality. This hands-on role is perfect for someone who values precision, teamwork, and making a tangible impact on customer satisfaction.
Great people make Schneider Electric a great company.
This position is responsible for testing, troubleshooting, and repairing moderately complex to extremely complex, high voltage electronic, electrical, and electro-mechanical products. Responsible for providing work instruction and may provide training to new employees in the department.
What will you do?
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Perform quality inspections and process control activities throughout the manufacturing process
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Support continuous improvement efforts that strengthen product quality and reduce risks
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Work with suppliers and procurement teams to resolve quality issues and implement corrective actions
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Ensure quality compliance during new manufacturing line setups and process changes
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Read and understand moderately complex to very complex blueprints, wiring diagrams, bill of materials, and schematics.
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Identifies discrepancies between customer requirements and finished product.
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Performs visual check of completely finished product following customer specs and/or QC report procedure.
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Performs highly complex troubleshooting and problems solving of electrical, electronic or electro-mechanical operations.
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Determines cause of errors and establishes a game plan to remedy errors to bring the product to the proper level of conformance.
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Interacts with Engineering on a regular basis to determine appropriate specifications and corrective actions when discrepancies arise.
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Interacts with Assembly operations regarding problems with wiring assembly.
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Makes minor to very complex adjustments and modifications to product.
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Performs OHM check, input output, PLC, etc.
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Utilizes PC’s, PLC’s, Universal Voltage Power Cart, Multi-Meter, Pulsar voltage and AMP Generator, Injection Carts for Ground Fault, Dielectric Hi-Pot Tester, etc.
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Provide training and guidance when new Testers are hired to the department.
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Interacts with external Customers, Field Sales personnel and may participate in on-site testing certification.
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Works closely with supervisor to ensure quality standards and shipment commitments are met.
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Utilizes a wide variety of hand tools, air tools, and measuring equipment.
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Continuously provides input to supervision, engineering, and quality groups relative to product improvement.
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Completes test reports, quality documentation, data collection, etc. as required.
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Establishes and maintains a safe and healthful working environment in accordance with OSHA requirements. Performs other tasks as may be requested to assure the effective and continuous utilization of assets
What are the key skills we are looking for?
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Quality Control & Inspection — developing level; performing inspections to ensure products meet safety and quality standards
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Quality in Manufacturing and Distribution — developing level; applying quality processes across production and distribution operations
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Continuous Improvement — developing level; identifying opportunities to enhance process efficiency and reduce defects
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Problem Solving — developing level; analyzing quality issues and implementing practical solutions
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Collaboration — developing level; working with cross-functional teams to resolve quality concerns
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Customer Orientation — developing level; maintaining focus on delivering quality that meets customer expectations
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Coaching — developing level; supporting team members in understanding and applying quality standards
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Stakeholder Management — foundational level; coordinating with suppliers and internal partners on quality matters
What qualifications will make you successful?
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Must have a High School Diploma or equivalent. Prefer 2-3 years experience testing switchboard/switchgear.
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Strong attention to detail and a commitment to upholding quality standards in every task
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Ability to work within established guidelines while proactively identifying improvement opportunities
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Effective communication skills to collaborate across teams and address quality concerns
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Comfortable in a dynamic manufacturing environment handling both routine and unexpected challenges
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Interpersonal skills
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Flexible on demanding situations
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Oral and written communication in English
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Interpreting technical drawings
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Being customer focused
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Organization and problem solving
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Being self-driven and professional
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Meeting deadlines and multi-tasking
Work schedule: Monday - Thursday 1st shift 5:00am - 3:30pm; 2nd shift 3:30pm
(External) English Qualifications:
What's in it for me?
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Be part of a team that takes pride in delivering safe, reliable products to customers worldwide
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Gain hands-on experience with quality systems and continuous improvement methodologies
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Access to training and development opportunities that support your career growth
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Work in a collaborative environment where your contributions directly impact customer satisfaction
Schneider Electric offers a robust benefits package to support our employees such as flexible work arrangements, paid family leave, 401(k)+ match, and more.
We seek out and reward people for putting the customer first, being disruptive to the status quo, embracing different perspectives, continuously learning, and acting like owners. We’re recognized around the world for welcoming people as they are. We create an inclusive culture where all forms of diversity are seen as a real value for the company.
Ready to make quality your priority? Apply today and grow with us!
Local Benefits (English):
At Schneider, we believe that every employee is a talent who deserves equal opportunities. This means you matter. Every individual needs to feel valued, supported, and treated fairly to do their best work.
Our Total Rewards is our way of saying: “We see you. We value you”. It’s more than just pay and benefits- it’s a meaningful investment in you. It is designed for you to perform, grow, feel safe, and elevate your potential to shine as an impact maker.
For this U.S. based position, the expected pay range is USD 0 per year. This pay range includes base pay and short-term incentives. The compensation range for this full-time position applies to candidates located within the United States. Our pay ranges are determined by reviewing roles of similar responsibility and level. Within the pay range, individual pay is determined by several factors including performance, knowledge, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
Schneider Electric is there when it matters most to you
Our Total Rewards package outlines all the benefits and support you’ll enjoy as part of the Schneider Electric team:
Care for Yourself and Your Family. We ensure you feel secure with benefits that help you and your family thrive: medical (with member reward points), dental, vision, and basic life insurance, Benefit Bucks, flexible work arrangements, paid family leaves, well-being programs, 12 holidays per year, and 15 days of paid time off per year.
Invest and Plan Your Future. We help you plan and invest for the future with competitive pay and programs including base salary, incentives, company share ownership, and 401(k) with match.
Grow Your Skills and Career. We support development through performance discussions, global opportunities, the Schneider Career Hub, and learning platforms like Coursera.
Team Up in the Workplace. We encourage collaboration, recognition, sharing your voice, and an inclusive workplace.
Support Your Community. We make a difference through volunteer leave, programs with the Schneider Electric Foundation, youth education initiatives, and military leave benefits.
(External) English Company Boiler Plate:
Looking to make an IMPACT with your career?
When you are thinking about joining a new team, culture matters. At Schneider Electric, our values and behaviors are the foundation for creating a great culture to support business success. We believe that our IMPACT values – Inclusion, Mastery, Purpose, Action, Curiosity, Teamwork – starts with us.
IMPACT is also your invitation to join Schneider Electric where you can contribute to turning sustainability ambition into actions, no matter what role you play. It is a call to connect your career with the ambition of achieving a more resilient, efficient, and sustainable world.
We are looking for IMPACT Makers; exceptional people who turn sustainability ambitions into actions at the intersection of automation, electrification, and digitization. We celebrate IMPACT Makers and believe everyone has the potential to be one.
Become an IMPACT Maker with Schneider Electric – apply today!
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You must submit an online application to be considered for any position with us. This position will be posted until filled.
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