Powell is a manufacturer of switchgear and other electrical equipment. The QA Inspector inspects and tests Bus duct, Low and Medium voltage Motor Control, Low and Medium voltage Switchgear and PCR. Four 10s schedule: Monday-Thursday 6:00am-4:30pm

Position Summary

To train their Inspection Crew in the Final Inspection and Test of Bus duct, Low and Medium voltage Motor Control, Low and Medium voltage Switchgear and PCR. To train their Inspection Crew to perform these tests if necessary for Powell Customers and/or their representatives during witnessed customer inspections.

Essential Responsibilities            

Inspect and test all equipment manufactured at Powell facilities. Interface with shop, engineering, sales, customers and shipping. Attend department safety and training meetings. Attend pre-inspection meetings with sales and customers. Assist in scheduling Customer Inspections. Adhere to all company policies and safety rules. Record shop discrepancies and shortages. Record engineering discrepancies. Check all test/inspection documentation completed by crew. Check all shipping documentation completed by crew. Check that all maintenance on assigned test equipment has been completed. Review and turn in all inspection documentation. Supervises Inspection crew. Trains all inspectors. Assist Inspection Supervisor in daily supervision of department. Act as backup Inspection Supervisor in Inspection Supervisors absence.

Minimum Qualifications

High School Diploma or General Education Diploma. Minimum 8 years of experience in the industrial electrical field and/or associate degree in electrical technology. Minimum 3 years supervisory skills. Advanced knowledge of electrical theory. Proficient with the use of handheld test equipment such as multi meter, clamp-on meter, voltage detector, etc. Proficient with the use of handheld test equipment such as multi meter, clamp-on meter, voltage detector, etc.

Skills, Abilities & Other Requirements

Ability to answer technical questions from shop, inspectors, and customers. Ability to interact on a regular basis with shop, inspection, engineering, sales and shipping personnel. Able to apply product knowledge and technical skills to aid in problem solving. Basic computer skills using Oracle, Word, Excel and Access. Knowledge of IEEE standards for Circuit Breakers, Switchgear, Switches and Transformers applicable to Powell equipment. Knowledge of NEMA standards applicable to Powell equipment. Knowledge of National Electric Code as applicable to Powell equipment. Able to read and interpret electrical symbols, characters, and drawings. Basic understanding of power system and relay applications as applied to products. Ability to apply industry standards as applicable to job and product. Innovative to improve existing products. Knowledge of Standard First Aid and CPR. Technical writing skills.

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