Process Quality Inspector- 2nd shift
Location: Richland, Mississippi, United States Job ID: R0129303 Date Posted: 2026-05-22 Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY USA INC Profession (Job Category): Quality Management Job Schedule: Full time Remote: No Job Description: The Opportunity Join Hitachi Energy and play a vital role in ensuring the quality and reliability of products that power communities around the world. As a Quality Inspection Specialist, you’ll bring precision, consistency, and accountability to manufacturing processes—helping ensure every component meets high performance and compliance standards. In this role, you’ll be at the center of quality assurance activities, supporting inspection processes, maintaining traceability, and identifying opportunities for improvement. Your work will directly impact product integrity, customer satisfaction, and operational excellence. You’ll collaborate with cross-functional teams to manage non-conformances, improve inspection systems, and contribute to continuous improvement efforts. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who thrives in a hands-on environment, values accuracy, and is passionate about driving quality at every stage of production. If you're looking to grow your career in a global, innovation-driven organization while making a meaningful impact, this role offers the platform to do just that. How You’ll make an impact Perform inspections on incoming materials and in-process components Record inspection results and maintain accurate, traceable documentation Label compliant components and manage identification processes Identify and report non-conformances to relevant stakeholders Support non-conformance management and containment activities Maintain inspection equipment and ensure proper calibration Contribute to risk assessments and PFMEA activities Provide input to improve inspection processes and quality controls Your Background Associate or Bachelor’s degree in a technical or engineering-related field 2+ years of experience in manufacturing, quality, or inspection Familiarity with quality management systems and documentation practices Experience performing inspections using standard tools and techniques Basic knowledge of continuous improvement or problem-solving methods Strong attention to detail and ability to follow standardized procedures More About Us Be part of a global team advancing a sustainable energy future Access ongoing learning, development, and career growth opportunities Thrive in an inclusive, collaborative environment focused on safety and innovation 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. Hitachi brings together the world’s greatest minds to help breathe life into new possibilities – and drive innovation for a better future. That’s why we look for individuals who share our pioneering spirit, have imaginative ideas and are fearless when it comes to tackling the world’s biggest challenges. Our people love technology – and they love making a difference. They have a passion for finding new solutions and working with brilliant colleagues. Every day they dedicate themselves to a huge range of exciting projects, contributing to the Hitachi vision around the globe. From engineering new sustainability solutions that conserve water and energy to creating the infrastructure for the smart cities of tomorrow, there’s no challenge too great for our pioneers. And there’s no shortage of opportunities for you to make a difference. Come and experience the dynamic, collaborative and creative environments where your ideas are welcome and new discoveries are waiting. To help you grow to your full potential, we strive to support our employees in their career aspirations and promote the freedom to explore new horizons. E-mail us for data privacy inquiries or technical support.