Quality Control Inspector - Legrand, North America : Job Details

At a Glance

Legrand has an exciting opportunity for a Quality Control Inspector I to join the Lighting Sector Finelite Team in Union City, CA. The QC Inspector works under minimal supervision and has the responsibility for ensuring that Finelite receives and produces a quality product by performing quality inspections, checks, tests, audits and sampling procedures against established criteria. Support the Quality Assurance Director by identifying areas where quality control can be improved. Works closely with Quality Engineering, Manufacturing, Design Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Purchasing and other Suppliers on quality related issues. May have the opportunity to assist Field Service Technicians in resolving customer issues.

What Will You Do?

• Perform component or finished goods inspections by using standard mechanical or electronic inspection or testing equipment. Gathers facts, determines root cause, identifies solutions, participates in implementation of the solution and verifies its effectiveness.
• Ensure controls are in place to prevent defects.
• Tracks and analyzes quality performance metrics and develop actions for continuous improvement. Evaluate problems and make initial recommendations for possible solutions to Manager.
• Create inspection instructions and document procedures as well as accurately document results of inspections and testing.
• Ensure nonconforming materials are clearly identified and kept separate from accepted materials.
• Enter inventory transactions required for all materials under control of QA.
• Work closely with Purchasing and Operations to promptly coordinate resolution of quality problems.
• Perform Receiving, In-Process and Finished Goods inspections on Finelite premises or at vendor locations, by using standard physical, mechanical, and electrical testing equipment, as well as visual inspection.
• Process receipts of materials returned from Customers (MRA's).
• Gather part numbers, quantities & disposition for vendor returns.
• Create and distribute Rejection Notices.
• Perform salvage operations such as sorting or rework when required.
• Maintain all controlled document files and test records in a timely and accurate manner.
• Conducts testing as required by UL or other regulatory requirements.
• Conduct projects in a timely manner consistent with objectives. Take the initiative to communicate project status to Manager.
• Maintain a professional and credible image with suppliers, consultants, and respect co-workers.
• Assists with implementation of quality improvement and may perform other duties as assigned.

Required Skills

• AS in Electronics Technology or equivalent technical experience in a similar technical field.
• Minimum 2 years QC related experience in manufacturing. Experience or proven knowledge in electronic systems and in basic mechanical assemblies and fabrication highly desired.
• Must have valid Driver's License and clean DMV record.
• Ability to accurately use precision measurement instruments to conduct measurements and testing, discriminate between colors for wiring identification and paint color matching.
• Superior attention to detail essential along with the ability to follow procedures and maintain quality of products at all time.
• Strong written and verbal communications skills a must; Strong time and document management and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent manual dexterity and 20/20 (may be corrected) eyesight required.
• Must be capable of walking or standing the majority of the work period, frequent bending and squatting, and ability to occasionally lift up to 50 pounds.
• Good computer skills and competent in Microsoft Office applications; ability to learn new skills and tasks as required.

Desired Skills

• Knowledge of LED, fluorescent lighting, and/or commercial electrical wiring; Process improvement experience in a manufacturing environment.

Pay: $22.90/hr.

About Legrand

Representing more than 150 years of innovation, Legrand is the global specialist in electrical and digital building infrastructures. Our purpose is improving lives by transforming the spaces where people live, work and meet with electrical and digital infrastructures and connected solutions that are simple, innovative and sustainable. Every day, over 39,000 Legrand employees work hard to enhance the buildings of tomorrow. Legrand is a global, publicly traded company listed on the Euronext (Legrand SA EPA: LR) with revenue of €7 billion, and products sold in 180 countries. For more information, visit www.legrandgroup.com/en

About Legrand North and Central America

Legrand North and Central America (LNCA) employs over 6,500 associates in 50 locations, working across six divisions/sector: Audio Visual, Building Controls Systems, Data Power and Controls, Electrical Wiring Systems, and Lighting. We hold a leading position in every North American market we serve and focus on exceeding our customers' needs within the commercial, residential, and industrial industries. LNCA offers comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage, as well as distinctive benefits like a high employer 401K match, above-benchmark paid maternity and parental leave, paid time off to volunteer, and an active/growing Employee Resource Group network. LNCA is an employee-centered, growing company with tremendous opportunity. For more information, visit legrand.us

About Legrand's Lighting Sector

Legrand's Lighting Sector consists of five lighting brands; Pinnacle, Finelite, Focal Point, and OCL which focus on architectural, decorative, and downlighting and Kenall which focuses on lighting for demanding environments. We employ a talented group of employees that love lighting to design and manufacture high performance, energy efficient LED lighting solutions for applications in commercial, educational, healthcare, as well as challenging environments such as tunnels and correctional facilities. With an eye toward sustainable design, our focus is on specification-oriented products and solutions that meet the functional needs of spaces while working in harmony with the designer's vision for those spaces. We work with architects, engineers, and contractors to supply lighting built specifically for their client's projects.

Equal Opportunity Employer