Quality Technician at Hitachi in Bland, VA

Quality Technician Location: Bland, Virginia, United States of America Location: Bland, Virginia, United States of America Job ID: R0123517 Date Posted: 2026-05-15 Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY USA INC Profession (Job Category): Quality Management Job Schedule: Full time Remote: No Job Description: Quality Technician Responsible for ensuring that products meet quality specifications through effective Inspection and testing processes. Monitor the quality of transformers and their components throughout all phases of manufacturing complying with internal, customer, and industry standards. Execute timely quality control activities and deliver data-driven insights to support manufacturing excellence and minimize defects. Main Accountabilities Product and process regulatory compliance Support the thorough testing of incoming materials, sub-assemblies, and final products to ensure they meet predefined specifications and quality standards before proceeding to the next production stage or shipment. HSE compliance Prioritize safety in product testing activities and processes. Follow HSE protocols, guidelines, and best practices to ensure compliance with company HSE regulations. Incoming material, inspection Perform inspections and tests on incoming materials, including components, accessories, and equipment from internal and external suppliers. in accordance with the Quality Control Plan and compliant with internal and industry standards. Manufacturing process inspection and testing Ensure that all manufacturing inspections and tests are carried out according to the predefined Quality Control Plan and comply with internal and industry standards, Verify that all sampling. inspection, and testing methods are accurate and suitable. Non-conformance analysis Contribute to non-conformance analyses to identify root causes of product issues and collaborate with teams to implement corrective actions that enhance reliability Quality Management System Adhere to the Factory Quality Management System (OMS) by following established quality control procedures, ensuring compliance with all standards and guidelines to maintain product quality and effectiveness in operations Key Tasks Perform inspections and tests on incoming materials from internal and external suppliers per the Quality Control Plan Perform routine and non-routine inspections on manufacturing components and sub-assembles per the Quality Control Plan. Perform electrical, mechanical, and visual tests, Conduct routine and non-routine inspections, including mechanical measurements. Identify and document defects or non-conformances in products, escalating issues as necessary. Collect, record, and securely store test data to maintain accurate inspection records. Prioritize safety in product testing by following established protocols and best practices Contribute non-conformance analyses to determine root causes and support corrective actions. Record all quality checks Prepare quality documentation, including inspection reports and non-conformance records Adhere to the Factory Quality Management System (OMS) by implementing established procedures. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address quality issues and improve processes. Support continuous improvement initiatives by identifying recurring defects and recommending enhancements. Requirements Experience in quality control or quality assurance within a manufacturing environment. Understanding of quality management systems (OMS) and industry standards. Proficiency in conducting inspections and testing of materials and products. Strong analytical skills for identifying defects and conducting root cause analysis. Effective communication skills for documenting findings and collaborating with cross-functional teams. Equal Employment Opportunity(EEO)-Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities Protected veterans and qualified individuals with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the Hitachi Energy career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by completing a general inquiry form on our website.  Please include your contact information and specific details about your required accommodation to support you during the job application process. This is solely for job seekers with disabilities requiring accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Messages left for other purposes will not receive a response.