Quality Inspector / Tester **Department:** Engineering, Industrial & Quality **Location:** Minneapolis, MN **Electric Machinery Company, a division of WEG Electric Corp.** **Minneapolis, MN** Position: **Quality Inspector / Tester - 1st Shift** Team: Quality Team **Primary Objective of Position:** A Quality Inspector / Tester provides validated product performance data by performing test setup, operation, troubleshooting, calibration and reporting. Internally we refer to this position as a Tester. **Major Areas of Accountability:** + Set up, connect, test and adjust test items such as motors, generators, control equipment and specifically designed power apparatus to meet IEEE, API, NEMA and other product specifications. + Read information pertaining to apparatus to be tested, such as production order, engineering data sheets, process specifications, test specifications, and drawings. + Prepare data sheets, test plans and reports electronically to meet internal and external customer requirements. + Use auxiliary testing apparatus such as pony brakes, generators, voltmeters, ammeters, dynamometers, driving motors, tachometers, meggers and high-pot equipment. + Check machines for common defects before setup and, if found, reports to supervisor for proper disposition. + Connect test unit through necessary meters, generators, shunts, instrument transformers, resistors, reactors or other apparatus as required. + Collect, record and analyze data for comparison to specification. + Mechanical setup, test and dynamic balance of components. + Performs electrical in-process verification of compliance to specifications. + Calibrates and maintains electrical test equipment including development of electronic databases, standards, work instructions and procedures. + Lift and move materials using forklift, pallet jack, overhead crane or jib crane. + Demonstrates a commitment to Continuous Improvement by identifying opportunities in day to day work. + Performs to ISO 9001 Quality Standards and abides to OSHA and EPA regulations. + Other duties as assigned. **Knowledge/ Skills/Abilities:** + High School Diploma or equivalent required; advanced certificate/degree in related field desired. + Ability to work with minimal supervision and is self-motivated. + Must be able to work with a team and independently. + Good oral and written communications skills. + Ability to effectively partner and communicate with external and internal customers at all levels of the organization. **Physical Requirements:** + Routinely lifts and moves objects up to 20 lbs. + Occasionally lifts and moves objects up to 50 lbs. + Occasionally ascends/descends ladders and stairs. + Occasionally works at heights or on platforms. + Occasionally positions self in various works spaces, including low, tight or confined spaces. + Routinely remains in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods of time. + Occasionally uses repetitive motions including the wrists, hands or fingers to operate machinery or tools. + Occasionally operates machinery and power tools. + Routinely moves from one work station to another to accomplish tasks. **Job Type** Monday - Friday, 7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Full-time (Union) **Skills Matrix:** The Tester position is part of the Quality Team skills Matrix. This position works as a team member utilizing and performing to the Quality Team skills matrix, which outlines the comprehensive skills in the Quality Team. **Pay Types** Voluntary weekday and weekend overtime. Saturday is paid at time and a half, Sundays are paid at double time! **Benefits** + Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance eligible your 1st day on the job + 401K with Match 1st month following hire + Quarterly Bonus Program payout potential + Company paid Holidays (12) + Paid Time Off (PTO) accrued + Paid Birthday (use anytime throughout the year) + Company paid Short & Long Term Disability + Company paid Life Insurance + $6,000 annual Tuition Reimbursement program + Company provided tools + Company provided uniforms (laundered) + Company reimbursement for Safety Shoes & Safety Glasses + Secure, onsite free parking Company cannot provide sponsorship for this position No Agencies, please.