Quality Specialist - 1st Shift - RDC

Eaton’s ES AMER ESS division is currently seeking a Quality Specialist - 1st Shift - RDC at our new facility on Innovation Loop in Youngsville, NC.     The pay rate for this position is  $23.00 per hour . Core hours are 8:30am - 5:30pm.   Why work at Eaton? Health benefits and vacation time Paid holidays Career progression opportunities to cross-train in different departments Overtime opportunities Retirement benefits Paid Parental Leave Educational Assistance Program, Wellness Reimbursement, and more!   Please note the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.  What you’ll do: 
 The quality specialist will perform a variety of duties to ensure the production quality of all products in accordance with establish Lean Manufacturing workmanship standards, assembly procedures, ISO 9001:2000 Quality system requirements and the Eaton Quality System. In this function you will: • Assist in quality audits, workmanship defect reduction efforts, corrective and preventive action identification, analysis and reporting, inspection of returned units, special inspections • Assist departments in meeting product quality targets by working closely with Engineering, Materials Management and Operational Excellence • Perform inspection activities and videos/photos on in-process and completed assemblies as required. • Analyzes and reports production non-conformances. Coordinates feedback on problems affecting quality, BOM, tooling issues, raw materials, training and prints) to Supervisors and Quality Engineers., Mfg. Engineers, or product Engineers as needed. • Initiate, participate in and/or coordinate internal 8D corrective actions (CARs), Failure Effect Mode Analysis, and Control Planning to include follow-up of vendor 8D corrective actions • Train and educate associates in product inspection to drive performance improvements and communicate quality standards on an ongoing basis to Production Supervisor and teams as needed. • Create Final Inspection programs and assist in developing actions for continued Quality System improvements. • Follow commitment to Eaton Health and Safety (EHS) by following safety policies and procedures, setting safety objectives and following JSA procedures. • Fosters an environment that promotes Eaton’s goals, philosophies, and encourages continuous improvement through participation and teamwork. Qualifications: 
 Required (Basic) Qualifications: •    Minimum of one year of experience in a manufacturing or distribution environment.  •    High School Diploma or GED from an accredited school •    Legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship •    No relocation benefit is being offered for this position.  Only candidates that currently reside within 50 miles of Raleigh, North Carolina will be considered.    Not Required but Preferred Qualifications: •    Basic understanding of the principles and methodology of Quality Control and Quality Assurance •    Minimum of 3 years experience in quality, manufacturing, and/or engineering of electro- mechanical devices •    Two years post-secondary education with an associate degree in electronics or equivalent related education such as Vocational Technical School. •    Understanding of Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing concepts preferred •    Lock-out/ Tag-out Knowledge •    Eaton Product knowledge •    HALT / HASS and Chamber basics and concepts Skills 
 • Ability to frequently stand, bend, and walk • Ability to distinguish colored wired • Ability to lift 50 lbs. • Ability to use forklifts and power industrial equipment • Must have basic computer skills • Ability to use standard computer applications: Excel, Word, Access, PowerPoint required • Ability to use good judgment and problem-solving skills