Incoming Inspection Technician

Status: Non-Exempt (hourly)                                             

Department: Quality

Position Summary

Plug is seeking an Incoming Inspection Technician to join our employee-centric company as we continue to lead the Hydrogen Revolution. We believe that providing access to affordable and reliable green hydrogen energy is key to building a world that is sustainable for generations to come. As an Incoming Inspection Technician at Plug, you will have an opportunity to help our clients reduce their environmental footprint on the planet. You will be responsible for performing inspection activities, including visual, physical, and dimensional of machined, electro-mechanical, and other components according to client or customer requirements and specifications.  

Core Duties and Responsibilities

• Working with complex blueprints, assembly prints and specifications, visually and mechanically inspects parts, subassemblies and assemblies on all company products to ensure conformance to production specifications and quality standards.
• Knowledge, understanding and programming of CMM/3-D scanning equipment.
• Performs functional and dimensional inspection of various types of complex parts using precision measuring instruments and tools and gauges to determine conformance to applicable specification standards.
• Interact with Supply Chain/Quality Engineering on inspection system projects such as automating data collection, implementing SPC and gage R&R.
• Responsible for first piece validation, complex incoming, in-process, final floor or bench inspection on a wide variety of mechanical/electrical parts and products. Generates Q.C. documents as required.
• Determines the best method of inspecting new or unusual parts. Plans, sets up and performs the most complex mechanical inspections by devising necessary gauging or measuring setups and/or making adaptations to inspection equipment or fixtures.
• Verification that inspection equipment used to take measurements can detect defects.
• Verification that inspection methodology is adequate per drawing intent.
• You will resolve misunderstanding of product specifications and tolerances.
• You will ensure manufacturing documentation is accurate and complete before the release process.
• You will communicate with sourcing department, engineering teams, and vendors about vendor created quality issues and the impacts on cost and scheduling.
• Represent Plug Power in a professional manner at all times and in all interactions
• Perform all other duties as assigned

Education and Experience

• Associate’s degree from an accredited university and a minimum of 1 year of prior relevant experience or High School diploma and a minimum of 3 years of prior relevant experience.
• Prior relevant experience - experience in inspection and a technical environment related to required skill sets
• Understanding of Industry and Quality concepts and standards such as ISO, GMP, A2L2 and NIST
• Proficiency with office computer software including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Strong Math, mechanical and writing skills
• Basic organizational and time management skills
• Basic interpersonal skills to interact with all stakeholders
• Knowledge of blueprint reading/Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerance (GD&T)
• Ability to program and operate CMM/3-D scanner and/or optical comparator (preferred)

Pay Rate:

We offer a fantastic total rewards package at Plug, and a brief summary is below:
✓Base salary is determined on a number of factors including but not limited to education, experience, skills, and geography. These factors are considered when making an offer of employment.  If you are interested in this position, we’d ask that you apply.
✓The above pay range, may not take into account local geographic pay variations. If there is an applicable geographic differential, a member of the HR team can discuss that with you.
✓Health, Dental & Vision Insurance eligibility starting from the first day of hire
✓401(k) with 5% company match
✓Bonus eligibility
✓Paid time off including vacation, personal and sick time
✓Paid Holidays
✓Wellness Reimbursement Program
✓Potential to apply for Tuition Reimbursement
✓Employee Referral program
✓Employee Assistance Program  
Plug Power Inc. is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.