Receiving Inspection Technician - 2nd shift at nVent in Blaine, MN

RECEIVING INSPECTION TECHNICIAN - 2ND SHIFT Location: Blaine, MN, US · On-site We’re looking for people who put their innovation to work to advance our success – and their own. Join an organization that ensures a more secure world through connecting and protecting our customers with inventive electrical solutions. WHAT YOU WILL EXPERIENCE IN THIS POSITION: The Receiving Quality Inspector is responsible for ensuring that all incoming materials, components, and products meet the company's quality standards and specifications. This role is a critical first line of defense in the quality control process, preventing defective or non-conforming materials from entering the production stream. The inspector will use a variety of tools and techniques to perform visual, dimensional, and functional inspections, document findings, and communicate with suppliers and internal departments regarding non-conforming material.   Key Responsibilities: • Inspection and Testing: • Perform thorough visual and dimensional inspections of all incoming raw materials, components, and finished goods according to established specifications, blueprints, and quality plans. • Use precision measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, height gauges, hardness tester, measuring tables, optical comparators, 3D scanning, and CMMs to verify dimensions. • Conduct functional tests as required to ensure components operate as intended. • Verify all accompanying documentation, including certificates of conformity (CofCs), material test reports, and packing slips, for accuracy and completeness. • Documentation and Reporting: • Record inspection results accurately and meticulously in the company's ERP system, quality management software, or inspection logs. • Create detailed reports for non-conforming materials (NCRs), including photographic evidence, and initiate the non-conforming material review process. • Maintain an organized system for all inspection records and documentation. • Communication and Collaboration: • Communicate with the purchasing, production, and engineering departments regarding the status of incoming materials. • Work closely with suppliers to address quality issues, provide feedback on non-conformances, and request corrective actions (SCARs - Supplier Corrective Action Requests). • Collaborate with the Quality Assurance team to develop or refine inspection procedures and standards. • Continuous Improvement: • Assist in the investigation and root cause analysis of quality issues identified during receiving inspection. • Contribute to the development and improvement of receiving inspection processes and checklists. • Identify opportunities to streamline the inspection process without compromising quality. • Safety and Compliance: • Adhere to all company safety policies and procedures. • Ensure compliance with all relevant industry standards (e.g., ISO 9001) and company quality protocols.   Qualifications: • Education: High school diploma or equivalent required. An Associate's degree in a technical field or a relevant certification is a plus. • Experience: • 1-3 years of experience in a quality inspection or manufacturing environment, with a strong preference for receiving inspection experience. • Proven experience using a wide range of precision measurement tools. • Experience reading and interpreting technical drawings, blueprints, and geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T). • Skills: • Excellent attention to detail and a methodical approach to work. • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. • Excellent written and verbal communication skills. • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.   Physical Requirements: • Ability to stand for extended periods. • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds. • Good manual dexterity and visual acuity. • Ability to work in a warehouse or manufacturing environment with varying temperatures and noise levels. WE HAVE: • A dynamic global reach with diverse operations around the world that will stretch your abilities, provide plentiful career opportunities, and allow you to make an impact every day • nVent is a leading global provider of electrical connection and protection solutions. We believe our inventive electrical solutions enable safer systems and ensure a more secure world. We design, manufacture, market, install and service high performance products and solutions that connect and protect some of the world's most sensitive equipment, buildings and critical processes. We offer a comprehensive range of systems protection and electrical connections solutions across industry-leading brands that are recognized globally for quality, reliability and innovation. • Our principal office is in London and our management office in the United States is in Minneapolis. Our robust portfolio of leading electrical product brands dates back more than 100 years and includes nVent CADDY, ERICO, HOFFMAN, ILSCO, SCHROFF and TRACHTE. Learn more at www.nvent.com. • Commitment to strengthen communities where our employees live and work • We encourage and support the philanthropic activities of our employees worldwide • Through our nVent in Action matching program, we provide funds to nonprofit and educational organizations where our employees volunteer or donate money • Core values that shape our culture and drive us to deliver the best for our employees and our customers. We’re known for being: • Innovative & adaptable • Dedicated to absolute integrity • Focused on the customer first • Respectful and team oriented • Optimistic and energizing • Accountable for performance • Benefits to support the lives of our employees Pay Transparency   nVent’s pay scale is based on the expected range of base pay for this job and the employee’s work location. Employee pay within this range will be based on a combination of factors including knowledge, skills, abilities, experience, education, and performance. Where federal, state, or local minimum wage requirements exist, employee pay will comply.   Compensation Range: $20.40 - $37.80 Per Hour Depending on the position offered, employee may be eligible for other forms of compensation, such as annual incentives. Benefit Overview At nVent, we value our people and their health and well-being.  We provide a broad benefits package with meaningful programs for eligible full-time employees that includes: • Medical, dental, and vision plans along with flexible spending accounts, short-term and long-term disability benefits, critical illness, accident insurance and life insurance. • A 401(k) retirement plan and an employee stock purchase plan — both include a company match. • Other supplemental benefits may include tuition reimbursement, caregiver, personal and parental leave, back-up care services, paid time off including volunteer time, a well-being program, and/or legal & identity theft protection. At nVent, we connect and protect our customers with inventive electrical solutions. People are our most valuable asset. Inclusion and diversity means that we celebrate and encourage each other’s authenticity because we understand that uniqueness sparks growth. #LI-EH2 #LI-Onsite