Manufacturing Quality Assurance Specialist-3rd Shift

Job Description

The Opportunity

Join Hitachi Energy and help ensure the quality, reliability, and performance of products that power a more sustainable energy future. As a Quality Inspection Specialist, you will play a key role in maintaining high-quality standards across incoming materials, components, and production processes. This position offers the opportunity to work hands-on with advanced manufacturing operations while partnering with cross-functional teams to deliver products that meet customer and regulatory expectations.

Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures and guidelines.

In this role, you will be a trusted quality advocate, performing inspections, documenting results, identifying opportunities for improvement, and supporting operational excellence. Your attention to detail and commitment to continuous improvement will help drive product quality, improve efficiency, reduce risk, and enhance customer satisfaction. If you enjoy problem-solving, collaborating with diverse teams, and making a tangible impact on manufacturing performance, this is an exciting opportunity to grow your career with a global technology leader.

How You'll Make an Impact

• Perform inspections of incoming materials, components, and production items using established procedures.
• Conduct visual inspections, dimensional measurements, and functional testing activities.
• Accurately record inspection results within quality management and ERP systems.
• Support product traceability by labeling and documenting compliant materials and assemblies.
• Identify, document, and communicate non-conformities to relevant stakeholders.
• Assist with non-conformance management, containment, and material segregation activities.
• Maintain quality records and documentation in accordance with QMS requirements.
• Contribute to continuous improvement, risk reduction, and quality enhancement initiatives.

Your Background

• High school diploma, vocational training, or equivalent experience in Quality, Manufacturing, or a related field.
• Experience performing quality inspections in a manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of Quality Management Systems (QMS) and inspection documentation practices.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and understand GD&T principles.
• Familiarity with quality tools such as PFMEA, MSA, SPC, capability analysis, or First Article Inspection.
• Lean Six Sigma certification or quality improvement training preferred.

More About Us

• Join a global team committed to advancing a sustainable energy future through innovation and technology.
• Benefit from a collaborative, inclusive culture that values safety, continuous learning, and professional growth.
• Explore exciting career development opportunities, global career paths, and meaningful work that makes a lasting impact on industries and communities worldwide.

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