Quality Specialist - 1st Shift - RDC

Youngsville, NC$23/hrPosted Jul 8, 2026
Single PositionView All JobsQuality Specialist - 1st Shift - RDCYoungsville, North Carolina, USA, 27596 No longer accepting applications.Job Req ID68659Work TypeOnsiteDepartmentQualityHiring ProgramNot SpecifiedRelocation AssistanceNoShift Times8:30am - 5:30pmEaton’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 timePaid holidaysCareer progression opportunities to cross-train in different departmentsOvertime opportunitiesRetirement benefitsPaid Parental LeaveEducational 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 conceptsSkills •    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...

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