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Powell Industries, Inc. Lead Quality Analyst in Houston, Texas

The primary responsibilities are to serve as the technical lead for the Quality Control Department, supporting the Inspection teams as well as other department stakeholders throughout the project life cycle stages from opportunity development in the sales stage through post shipment and warranty support. Maintain and improve quality control documentation and develop project specific documentation when needed. Develop and execute training plans for Inspectors. Evaluate inspection processes and activities to ensure they drive safety and quality into our products as well as efficiency into the manufacturing and inspection processes. Lead and/or support special projects and support the Quality Management System.

This position does not offer visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Essential Responsibilities

  • Serve as a technical resource for internal and external stakeholders.

  • Support the Sales and Applications Engineering team with project pursuits by reviewing specifications and developing quality documentation required during the bid process.

  • Develop and implement product and project standard and custom inspection plans.

  • Identify and Implement Training and Cross Training Requirements for the Department.

  • Maintain and improve the Department work instructions, inspection procedures and documentation.

  • Develop Process Maps and Workflows to support Department work instructions and procedures.

  • Develop Test and Acceptance Criteria for Department work instructions and procedures.

  • Monitor and analyze quality performance and implement controls and process improvement projects

  • Facilitate and support the development and modification of Job Hazard Analysis documents.

  • Participate on New and Current Supplier Evaluation.

  • Develop Inspection plans and processes for buyout and customer furnished equipment.

  • Investigate major discrepant supplier items and determine the next course of action.

  • Notify and Communicate with Purchasing, Production and Engineering on Discrepant Supplier Items

  • Trouble Shoot and Root Cause Analysis of manufacturing discrepancies. Lead or support implementation of corrective actions with internal stakeholders.

  • Support Post Sales Service Team to resolve warranty issues, developing corrective actions as needed.

  • Identify Equipment Needs for the Quality Control Department.

  • Specify and create Requisitions for Materials, Test Equipment, Calibration and Test Services

  • Support the Quality Manager in develop of departments Project Plans and Individual Goals for Inspectors.

  • Maintain and Generate Quality Graphs and Reports.

  • Support the Quality Management System.

  • Support and Facilitate Quality Internal Audits.

Minimum Qualifications

  • BS Degree in Engineering or relevant experience equivalent.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Technical knowledge of codes, standards, inspection requirements of Power Control Rooms, Switchgear, and Motor Control Centers.

  • Experience inspecting Power Control Rooms, Switchgear, and Motor Control Centers.

  • Experience in the development of inspection procedures and acceptance criteria.

Skills, Abilities & Other Requirements

  • Available to Answer Technical Questions from Customers, Suppliers, Management, Engineers, Inspectors, Operators and Assemblers

  • Good communication skills across a wide range of different stakeholder groups.

  • Ability to resolve conflict and develop consensus on paths forward.

  • Ability to Interact on a Regular Basis with Management and Shop Personnel

  • Ability to Analyze Problems, Determine Root Cause and Take Effective Corrective Action

  • Implement the Necessary Quality and Statistical Tools that Provide Process Monitoring and Improvement

  • Aptitude for training, coaching, and mentoring Quality Control personnel as well as other internal stakeholders.

Working & Environmental Conditions

  • The employee typically performs duties in a normal office environment. There will be some work in a shop environment and exposure to the elements of our shop.

  • Additionally, there may be some work performed in the field with exposure to construction sites or active customer facilities.

It is the policy of Powell Electrical Systems, Inc. to promote safe working conditions for ALL employees, to make available where necessary special equipment to protect employees against specific hazards, to reduce accidents through prevention programs and to establish rules that are designed for the safety of all. It is the responsibility of each employee to adhere to this policy, as well as to observe all safety practices and exercise every precaution for the safety of accidents.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, feel, carry or operate objects, tools or controls and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to stand; talk or hear; walk; sit. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

More Information

This job description outlines the essential functions of the job and does not contain a comprehensive list of all possible responsibilities, tasks, and duties.

In our 70+ year history, Powell has always known that our employees are at the heart of our success. Without question, we have the most talented people in all parts of our organization. As a manufacturer, we recruit and hire experienced and knowledgeable applicants to ensure our product is engineered, fabricated and assembled to customer specifications!

Powered by Innovation - Powell’s culture has and will always be founded in our "can do" attitude. If we can imagine it, we can do it. Become a part of our story, and let us help you write yours. Hard work pays off in all of our teams, with opportunity for advancement and promotion without sacrificing work-life balance. Successful candidates must have a legal authorization to work in the United States on a full-time basis, with only those candidates selected for interview contacted.

We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer/Vet/Disability

If you need an accommodation in the hiring process, you may contact 713.378.2685. Application status inquiries will not be accepted in this manner.

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