Electrical Quality Control Inspector

Company Description: ACS Manufacturing is a state-of-the-art design build manufacturer of acoustical equipment enclosures for power generation and switchgear, fuel tanks, and skids. We have one of the largest facilities in the industry, nearly 300,000 square feet on 36 acres in Denison, Texas and have expanded operation to a 150,000 square foot facility in Abbeville, SC and to a 325,000 square foot facility in Clearfield, Utah.

Job Summary:

Under the direction of the QA Manager and the support of the Electrical Systems Integration Manager, the Electrical Quality Control Inspector is responsible for performing product inspection to verify compliance with customer specifications, electrical codes and material specifications. Initiates, documents and monitors non-conformance reports to ensure products satisfy customers’ expectations. Maintains complete and accurate records of inspection activities and completes them in a timely manner.

Job Responsibilities/Duties:  

• Inspections: Electrical inspections, equipment inspections, dimensional / positional inspections, connection inspections, label and marking inspections, visual “appearance” inspections and final product inspections.
• Tests: Electrical systems and equipment test. Assist in the sound abatement performance tests.
• Evaluate and review released shop drawings for completeness and potential fabrication errors.
• Initiate non-conformance reports, tags affected material or equipment, and monitors progress of repairs.
• Inspect for and order proper tags, labels, signs, plaques and markings.
• Interpret and communicate to others complex shop drawings, plans, blueprints, sketches and electrical schematics
• Complete all necessary quality required documentation including Inspection Reports, checklist, control plans, and job records in a timely manner.
• Checks cable laying and cable identification. Performs all relevant loop checks and tests of continuity and insulation resistance. Checks for the proper installation of instruments. 
• Perform Customer Supplied Equipment (CSE) receiving inspections for compliance with product specifications and requirements
• Assist shop leaders in working towards a safer and Lean Manufacturing environment, 5S 1 implementation, and just-in-time acquisition of all materials and goods for the projects
• Support the calibration program. Insure all critical-to-quality tools used in the electrical systems integration are calibrated and are correctly labeled as such.
• Review all engineering change notices (ECN) to ensure correctness and that the fabrication shops can effectively and efficiently fabricate the product as indicated by the ECN.
• Monitor engineering change notices (ECN) to ensure the fabrication shops, departments and production cells (internal & external) have the correct revision drawing and documentation – including the distribution of newly revised drawings to the shop.
• Assist with creation of engineering change requests (ECR) to correct problems or make improvements on the manufacturing floor.
• Assist in the facilitation or data gathering of problem-solving activities, to include the creation of A3 problem-solving reports, root-cause analysis, the establishment of mitigation plans, the development of implementation project plans, and the commissioning of new process changes. 
• Always obey and practice the safety standards of ACS Manufacturing.
• Evaluate the workmanship of individual electricians and notify production supervision or the Electrical Systems Integration Manager when additional training may be required.
• Ensure all products meet local, state, and federal regulations, codes and requirements, along with customer specifications.
• Prepares for customer witness tests, controls and inspections. 
• Responsible for any other tasks assigned.

Technical:

• Be proficient with Microsoft Office: Outlook, Word, Excel with satisfactory typing and data entry skills; learn the company’s ERP tools, as required.
• Have knowledge of connection/terminations on bus and various applications.
• Program and test level sensors and panel meters as required.
• Must have a solid understanding of medium and high voltage systems and electrical instrumentation.
• Knowledge of Bill of Materials (BOM).
• Previous exposure to high voltage electrical installation including switchgear and electric drives preferred.  
• Capable of preparing detailed electrical systems assembly matrices and inspection checklists; and perform punch-list operations
• Must maintain strict adherence of all local, state and national electrical codes.
• Ability to inspect electrical systems to standards and to blueprint electrical symbols.
• Willingness to participate in a team-oriented environment and foster cooperative work relations.
• Participate in engineering and general design reviews as required.
• Support the continuous improvement of processes and procedures.
• Knowledge of Geometric Dimension and Tolerance (GD&T) preferred.
• Proficient in the use of standard inspection measuring tools and equipment such as tape measures, temperature sensors, and various instruments to measure electrical characteristics.
• Ability to comprehend and apply basic mathematics; and strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to coach fabricators in what needs repair/rework; an occasionally demonstrate how to perform the repair/rework. Ability to be coachable.

Physical Working Conditions:

• Able to work exposure to elements, such as ambient temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, and loud noises.
• Able to work in an area without heaters or air conditioning.
• Able to work outside the building in various types of weather.
• Able to stoop, bend, reach, climb, kneel, look up and work at 18 feet or more heights.
• Must have good eyesight, with or without corrective lenses, with near vision acuity and color contrast differentiation to inspect fine detailed work.
• Must be able to perform moderate physical activity including physical lifting up to 30 pounds, pushing or pulling of heavier objects.
• Able to work in an environment involving exposure to potentially dangerous materials and situations that require following safety precautions and the use of personal protective equipment. 

Minimum Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED, or any combination of education and experience.
• An Associate degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Electronics, Management, or related field preferred; or five years of experience in the electrical wiring of power systems fabrication, assembly, electronics, systems installation, repair and maintenance.  
• Ability to read and interpret complex blueprints, schematics, drawings and sketches.
• Must pass a drug screen and background check for employment.
• Ability to read and write English, bilingual in Spanish is a plus.
• Good knowledge of measuring devices and tools and their proper operation.
• Good knowledge of electrical codes and specifications.