Job Description
Butcher Power Products (BPP) designs and manufactures mission‑critical and industrial power solutions for essential infrastructure nationwide. Headquartered in Sacramento, CA, our teams collaborate closely across engineering, manufacturing, and operations to build reliable, high‑quality systems and take pride in delivering work that truly matters.
Job Description This position was created to establish dedicated quality inspection at our Fabrication facility for the first time, while also supporting Assembly as production needs shift. You’ll be hands‑on in the process, helping catch issues early, document nonconformances, and strengthen how quality shows up across both sites.
Why this role exists As production volume increases, we want quality checks happening earlier and more consistently. This role helps contain defects before they reach Assembly, supports incoming material inspection, and provides flexible QC coverage where it’s needed most.
What success looks like in your first 6–12 months Fabrication checkpoints are consistently completed on schedule, incoming material issues are identified and contained quickly, fewer defects escape to Assembly, inspection documentation is accurate and timely, production teams trust Quality as a partner in keeping work moving.
What you’ll be responsible for In‑Process Inspection — Fabrication
- Perform in‑process inspections at defined checkpoints before product moves to Assembly, verify dimensions, workmanship, and visual requirements against drawings and work instructions, identify and segregate nonconforming product, apply hold tags and escalate issues, maintain inspection records, contribute feedback to improve fabrication checkpoints over time.
- Incoming Material Inspection
- Inspect incoming material per established procedures, verify material certifications and Certificates of Conformance, identify and segregate nonconforming material, document findings and escalate issues, support the transition of incoming inspection ownership to Quality.
- Assembly Support — Float
- Provide QC inspection support at Assembly as workload demands, perform defined quality checks, support final QC release activities, identify and document nonconforming product, apply hold tags and notify Quality leadership.
- Documentation & Reporting
- Complete inspection records, logs, and checklists accurately, escalate nonconformances with clear documentation, share observations on recurring defect patterns, support data collection for rework and quality cost tracking.
Must‑Have Qualifications - High school diploma or equivalent
- 2+ years of quality inspection or quality control experience in a manufacturing environment
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications
- Experience using basic measurement tools such as calipers, micrometers, tape measures, and gauges
- Strong attention to detail and ability to identify workmanship defects
- Ability to clearly document inspection findings
- Comfort working on the shop floor and in fabrication environments
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Nice‑to‑Have Qualifications - Associate’s degree or technical certification in manufacturing or quality
- Experience with electrical equipment, switchgear, panels, or metal fabrication
- Familiarity with ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems
- Experience with incoming material inspection and supplier documentation
- ASQ Certified Quality Inspector (CQI) or Certified Quality Technician (CQT)
- Experience with ERP or MRP systems
- Forklift certification or willingness to obtain
Work environment Primarily on the Fabrication and Assembly shop floor, physical work including standing, walking, bending, and occasional lifting up to 50 lbs, exposure to typical manufacturing conditions, travel between Fabrication and Assembly sites as scheduled, occasional overtime based on production needs.
CompensationThe base pay range for this role is $28 – $38 per hour.
Equal Opportunity Employer Butcher Power Products is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.
If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process, please let us know.
Compensation ranges are provided in accordance with applicable state and local pay transparency laws.
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Job Tags
Hourly pay, Local area, Flexible hours, Shift work