Quality Technician I (2nd shift)

Location/Division Specific Information

Shift: Monday through Friday, 2:00 PM to 10:30 PM (Second Shift)

On-site at our Prince George, VA facility.

This role is to support a new factory in Prince George, VA (onsite) startup manufacturing large form-factor equipment . The product will be large (shipping container size), heavy (50+ tons), and complex . This position will be part of the core factory startup and onboarding team responsible for building the operations and manufacturing staff, fitting out the building, and creating the process flow/work instructions/etc. from the ground up. Skills to include panel and point to point wire assembly, Medium Voltage, Low Voltage, and High-Power Electronic assemblies.

How will you make an impact?

You will help build a culture of quality by performing inspections, identifying and containing issues before they reach the customer, and supporting the implementation and continuous improvement of quality controls. Through inspection, data analysis, problem-solving, and collaboration with Operations, Engineering, Supply Chain, and Quality teams, you will play a key role in supporting the successful launch and growth of a world-class manufacturing operation.

What will you do?

• Perform in-process and final inspections of assemblies, components, and materials as required to support production and quality objectives .

• Conduct visual, dimensional, and functional inspections using measuring and test equipment.

• Verify products meet engineering drawings, specifications, work instructions, and quality standards.

• Identify , document, and report nonconforming materials, processes, and products.

• Support containment activities, nonconformance investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective action implementation.

• Maintain accurate inspection records, quality documentation, and test data.

• Partner with Production, Engineering, and Supply Chain teams to resolve quality concerns and drive continuous improvement.

• Assist in developing and improving inspection procedures, quality plans, work instructions, and quality controls.

• Support internal audits, process audits, and quality system activities as required .

• Support factory startup activities, including process validation, training, and operational readiness.

• Ensure compliance with all safety, quality, customer, and regulatory requirements.

How will you get here?

Education

• High School Diploma or GED required .

• Associate degree or technical certification in Quality, Manufacturing, Electronics, Engineering Technology, or a related field preferred.

Experience

• 0-2 Years e xperience in a Quality Technician, Quality Inspector, Quality Control, Manufacturing, or Quality Assurance role within a manufacturing environment.

• Experience performing inspections in an industrial, electrical, electronics, or manufacturing setting.

• Experience supporting large assemblies, industrial equipment, power systems, heavy manufacturing, or other complex manufacturing environments preferred.

• Experience in a startup manufacturing environment is a plus.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, schematics, and technical specifications required .

• Proficiency using inspection and measurement tools such as calipers, micrometers, tape measures, height gauges, and related inspection equipment.

• Strong attention to detail and ability to identify defects and nonconformances.

• Strong communication , teamwork, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

• Basic computer proficiency , including Microsoft Office applications.

• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting electrical assemblies, panel assembly, wiring, electro-mechanical assemblies, or similar manufacturing environments.

• Knowledge of ISO 9001 or similar quality management systems.

• Familiarity with root cause analysis, corrective action methodologies, and continuous improvement tools.

• Experience working with large fabricated, mechanical, electro-mechanical, or other large form-factor assemblies.