Quality Technician - 1st Shift

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. **nVent is growing, and we want you to be a part of it! This position will be based at our new Lexington Preserve facility in Blaine, MN, which will open in 2027. This facility will support our growing data center solutions business. Upon hire, onboarding and training will be held at our facilities in Blaine or Anoka, MN until the new facility opens.** WHAT YOU WILL EXPERIENCE IN THIS POSITION: Provide quality assurance support and lead root cause problem solving activities that are aligned to improve internal and external quality levels, supporting overall customer satisfaction of our products. Lead problem solving activities for both product and manufacturing processes, with assistance from Quality Engineer Perform process validations, in-process inspections, and monitoring, analyzing the quality of manufacturing processes and products. Provide support to design, manufacturing, and quality engineering functions for data collection, analysis, product review, and process capabilities. Understand, adhere to, and develop processes compliant with the Quality Management Systems (QMS) objectives, as well as train other personnel to adhere to QMS standards. Perform internal ISO standard audits and provide audit support in designated areas. Provide formal documented FAI reports suitable for customer or internal use as required. Effectively communicate with appropriate areas as needed, (Operations, Supply, Manufacturing Engineering, Design, Quality, Customer Service, Production Planning, Logistics, etc.). Lead and/or assist in supporting the activities that maintain the calibration status of inspection, test, and measurement equipment. YOU HAVE: High school diploma or GED. Ability to read schematics, blueprints and process related documents. GD&T knowledge is a plus. Ability to use precision measuring equipment (e.g., calipers, micrometer, paint mill gauges, etc.). Knowledge of how Air Conditioning equipment operates and functions is a plus 2+ years working in the quality/manufacturing field. Ability to use measurement tools and techniques Experience with Quality Management Systems (QMS) preferred. Must be able to interpret order requirements, quotes, drawings, and draw conclusions. Skilled in identifying root causes of routine problems/issues and the ability to develop recommendations for resolution. Ability to interpret and apply Quality Systems / ISO procedures and documentation. Comfortable using computer systems and software including MS Office Applications and ERP System (JD Edwards is a plus). Abilities to meet the physical and environmental demands: Lift up to 50lbs, stand and walk frequently, operate hand tools. Work primarily indoors where there is frequently noise of 85 dB and occasional exposure to chemical hazards (solvents). 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: $23.90 - $44.40 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