Quality Control Technician
Job Description
Company: Prime Controls
about the job
about prime. . introducing prime controls. . established in 1997, prime controls is a family-owned systems integration and i&c construction firm dedicated to meeting clients’ industrial automation and control requirements. as a main automation contractor, we offer comprehensive solutions, supported by our size, expertise, and extensive experience. with a professional team of over 850 employees, prime controls serves customers nationwide from our dallas, texas headquarters and offices throughout the south-central united states. our mission is to deliver the highest quality professional services while prioritizing our employees’ well-being and fostering an exceptional workplace environment.. . overview. . what you will do. . as a quality control technician you will perform quality control inspections and testing of in-house fabricated instruments and control panels, under ul 508a & 698a standards.. . a typical day at prime controls. .
- Understanding of electrical wiring, fabrication, and testing of control panels under a UL 508A & 698A panel environment
- Understanding of instrument and control systems including transmitters, programmable logic controllers (PLCs) and instrument loops (4-20mA)
- Knowledge of flow meters, pressure probes, temperature probes, and level probes
- Understanding of PLC logic and software platforms for I/O testing such as Allen-Bradley, Siemens, and Motorola
- Understanding and disciplined to writing, submitting clear corrective work orders for approval and follow up upon request
- Properly uses electrical test equipment and similar tools
- Understanding of electrical wiring and testing of both DC and AC up to 480 volts
- Understanding of circuits and relays
- Visually verifies the Bill of Materials for the panel being tested in house
- Visually verifies, tests electronically, and traces all wire origins and designations for accuracy and correct wire tags
- Ability to power up and test 120 VAC, 24VDC, and 480V voltage electrical systems (consistent with OSHA and NEC electrical safety practices)
- Works overtime or weekends, when necessary, according to the production and shipping schedule
- Maintains cleanliness in all areas of the panel shop
- Ability and dexterity to work with duct covers and cabinets to manipulate wires
- Ability to work extended hours when required
- Understanding of basic email and MS Office products and various other applications
- Strictly adheres to all safety and environmental rules and regulations to protect employees and public safety
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What You Will Bring
The Basic
Associate degree (AA) Electrical Technology Associate Degree (AA) or equivalent from a two-year college, technical school - 2-4 years related experience
- Intermediate Microsoft Office skills
The Preferred
6 years related experience - Military technician preferred
Benefits (Text Only)
What We Offer:
Full-time employees enjoy a great benefits package including, but not limited to:
Health, Dental, and Vision coverage - Flexible Spending Account(s)
- Generous PTO
- Numerous culture events
- ESOP
- 401k matching and more!
Work Environment & Physical Demands (Text Only)
Work Environment & Physical Demands
Physical requirements and work environment expectations vary by position - Generally, roles at Prime Controls involve moderate noise, occasional exposure to outdoor weather conditions, and, depending on the role, work at heights or around airborne particles and electrical components
- Physical activities include standing, walking, sitting, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling, as well as the use of hands, arms, and voice communication
- Some roles require lifting and/or moving up to 50 pounds
- Vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus
- Reasonable accommodations be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job
EEO
Prime Controls is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action/Veteran/Disabled employer
As a federal contractor, Prime Controls is required to participate in the federal government’s E-Verify program, which confirms employment authorization of all newly hired employees and most existing employees through an electronic database maintained by the Social Security Administration and Department of Homeland Security- For new hires, the E-Verify process is completed in conjunction with the Form I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification on or before the first day of work
- E-Verify is not used as a tool to pre-screen candidates
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