Quality Control Inspector

About Us:

Panelmatic, Inc. was founded in 1957 in Youngstown, OH to serve manufacturing industries with the design and build of custom electrical, instrument, and pneumatic control panels. Our business has sufficiently grown over the years to support expansion for our clients. We have produced control packages for many of America's top corporations in the chemical, environmental, food, pulp and paper, rubber, petroleum, pharmaceutical, glass, metals, and utilities industries. We also deliver equipment for use worldwide. Our rigorous methodology assures compliance with domestic and international standards. We can meet the needs of our diverse clientele from start to finish through sales, design, fabrication, testing, and delivery.

Since 1957, we have been known for our high-quality, custom-built control packages, our comprehensive service, and our technological and manufacturing expertise. This expertise assures you of our ability to handle the largest and most complex packages quickly and efficiently.

In 1989, the majority interest of the company was purchased by an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). Our employees are also shareholders with dedication and commitment to the long-term success of the company.

Job Summary:

Panelmatic is seeking a detail-oriented experienced Quality Control Inspector. In this role, you’ll play a key role in ensuring that all products meet our established requirements for reliability and workmanship, as well as other quality control program standards.

Job Duties:

• Perform the In-process and Final inspections and tests on the product in accordance with the appropriate testing procedures and any other relevant instructions and procedures that may be established for a particular project, including fabrication and electrical integration
• Complete the itemized portions of the Inspection Report
• Record all discrepancies for evaluation and correction
• Upon completion of each test, sign-off (initial) that each applicable item has been completed
• Sign and date the Certificate of Inspection label and Traveler, after the inspection is complete and all variances are corrected or resolved to the satisfaction of the Project Manager
• Follow all applicable Quality Assurance Procedures (QAP) and Quality Testing Procedures
• Assist in training the production team on quality control measures to improve product excellence
• Proposing improvements to the production process
• Monitor the use of equipment to ensure it is safe and discard any that does not meet requirements
• Updating job knowledge by engaging in educational opportunities and regular training
• Reading and interpreting engineering drawings, fabrication drawings, and electrical schematics
• Comprehension and operation of electrical measuring equipment, including but not limited to digital multimeter, phase monitor, and dielectric strength testing equipment (Hipot/Megger)
• Assisting in the development of test methods and inspection plans
• Determining the causes of product defects and reworks
• Maintain all test equipment calibrations and calibration log
• Understanding functionality of basic electrical components
• Energize electrical equipment up 480VAC, and or 125VDC and perform functional tests as required
• Coordination and Support of customers during FAT process

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications:

• One year experience with electrical & fabrication inspection and testing required, and or relevant on the job experience required
• Good written and verbal communication skills required
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills required
• Keen attention to detail required
• Basic computer and math skills to calibrate and measure specifications required
• Ability to use measuring devices like gauges, meters, calipers, and computers required
• In-depth understanding of quality assurance procedures required
• Up-to-date knowledge of federal, state and industry standards, UL codes and best practices required
• Understanding of target market and consumer needs required
• Blueprint and electrical schematic reading capabilities required
• Documentation and reporting skills required
• Teamwork and collaboration required
• Growth mindset with the ability to accept challenges required
• Ability to pass physical, drug, driving, and background check required
• Ability to physically push, pull, and lift 50lbs or more required
• Ability to sit, stand, and walk for four plus hours at a time
• Alignment with core values require

Preferred Qualifications:

• Two plus years’ experience with electrical inspection and testing preferred
• An AS or BS degree in Engineering preferred
• Experience in an ISO environment preferred
• AWS Certified Weld Inspector Certification preferred
• NACE Coating Inspector Certification preferred
• NETA Certification for Electrical Testing preferred

*These and additional certifications may be required after hire with Panelmatic’s support*

Benefits

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, vision, HSA, term life, AD&D, STD, LTD
• 100% medical premium paid for by Panelmatic for the employee-only level medical coverage
• 80% paid for by Panelmatic and 20% paid for by the employee on all other level medical coverage (ie employee plus child, employee plus spouse, family)
• 401K, profit sharing, and ESOP contributions
• Scholarships, educational reimbursement, paid volunteerism, and paid personal and professional development provided
• PTO and paid holidays provided
• Career advancement opportunities
• Competitive wages
• Family-friendly environment with average employee tenure above five years