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Quality Specialist

Yesterday Wake Forest, NC

Eaton's ES AMER ESS division is currently seeking a Quality Specialist.

The hourly rate for this position is $22.00 per hour.

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.

Core hours for this role are 6:00am - 2:30pm.

What you'll do:

Position Overview:

The quality specialist will perform a variety of duties to ensure the production quality of all products in accordance with Lean Manufacturing, workmanship standards, assembly procedures, ISO 9001:2015 Quality system requirements and the Eaton Quality Management System (EQMS).

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 root cause analysis, internal 8D corrective actions (CARs), Failure Effect Mode Analysis, and Control Planning, as applicable for customer complaints or internal quality issues.
• 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:

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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 offered for this position. Only candidates that currently reside within 50 miles of Raleigh, North Carolina will be considered.

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 Basic Problem-Solving and Lean Manufacturing concepts
• IPC-A-610 and IPC/WHMA-A-620 certified
• Eaton Product knowledge

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 Microsoft Office 365 applications: Excel, Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Teams, Outlook required
• Ability to use good judgment and problem-solving skills to make informed decisions
• Demonstrates a strong customer service attitude
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Ability to prepare, read, analyze, and interpret product drawings, manufacturing documents, quality specs, and industry/trade magazines.
• Working knowledge of ASQ and ISO auditing standards

We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

Eaton believes in second chance employment. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction history will be considered regardless of their arrest or conviction history, consistent with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, the California Fair Chance Act and other local laws.

You do not need to disclose your conviction history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if Eaton is concerned about conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report.

To request a disability-related reasonable accommodation to assist you in your job search, application, or interview process, please call us at 1-800-836-6345 to discuss your specific need. Only accommodation requests will be accepted by this phone number.

We know that good benefit programs are important to employees and their families. Eaton provides various Health and Welfare benefits as well as Retirement benefits, and several programs that provide for paid and unpaid time away from work. Click here for more detail: Eaton Benefits Overview. Please note that specific programs and options available to an employee may depend on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

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Client-provided location(s): Wake Forest, NC
Job ID: Eaton-60818Youngsville
Employment Type: OTHER
Posted: 2026-03-12T18:42:52

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Fitness Subsidies
    • On-Site Gym
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Virtual Fitness Classes
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Adoption Assistance Program
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Casual Dress
    • On-Site Cafeteria
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Leave of Absence
    • Summer Fridays
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Internship Program
    • Work Visa Sponsorship
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)