Quality Engineer
The Company
Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation is a thriving, values-driven company focused on doing the right things. We’re a fast growing, publicly traded company (NYSE: ZWS), with an enduring reputation for integrity, giving back, and providing an engaging, inclusive environment where careers flourish and grow.
Named by Newsweek as One of America’s Most Responsible Companies and an Energage USA Top Workplace, at Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation, we never forget that our people are at the center of what makes us successful. They are the driving force behind our superior quality, product ingenuity, and exceptional customer experience. Our commitment to our people and their professional development is a recipe for success that has fueled our growth for over 100 years, as one of today’s leading international suppliers of plumbing and water delivery solutions.
Headquartered in Milwaukee, WI, Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation employs over 2800 employees worldwide, working from 24 locations across the U.S., China, Canada, Dubai, and Mexico, with sales offices available around the globe. We hope you’ll visit our website and learn more about Zurn Elkay at zurnelkay.com.
If you’re ready to join a company where what you do makes a difference and you have pride in the work you are doing, talk to us about joining the Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation family!
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The Quality Engineer works collaboratively with production, engineering, finished goods, customer service, service centers and suppliers to ensure that processes are followed, and process outcomes meet or exceed expectations. The Quality Engineer is a leader in advanced quality planning, supplier quality feedback/improvements in quality processes and continuous improvement.
Support New Product Development and Change Management with both internal engineering and with suppliers to support print requirements
Support and help improve Advanced Quality Planning activities within product development and sourcing for process hand-off to Manufacturing, including measurement devices
Develop QMS documentation
Assist with calibration management planning and execution according to IAPMO standards
Perform/Approve First Article Inspections
Ensure manufacturing follows predetermined quality standards
Perform internal quality system and product audits according to ISO 9001, IAPMO standards and Zurn Elkay organizational quality management system
Report supplier non conformances through the Global Supplier Quality reporting system and Business Unit systems
Coordinate nonconforming material containment process within the business unit
Manage and support the CAR/CAPA process, working across departments internally and with suppliers and corporate supplier quality to resolve customer quality concerns
Perform nonconforming material analysis
Support Applications Engineering and Operations in clarifying production print in conjunction with documenting organizational knowledge
Develop a knowledge of products across multiple platforms and mentor Quality Technicians
Maintain quality records
Support continuous improvement activities (#CI) across the company as required
Attend trade shows as needed to benchmark measurement system improvements
QUALIFICATIONS
Two year technical degree or equivalent experience
Knowledge of blueprint reading
Experience with various forklifts and stock-handling preferred
Microsoft Office (Word/Excel/Outlook)
Working knowledge of 8D/Safety problem solving
ZEBS knowledge a plus (Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen)
Can work with Hand Gauges (calipers, micrometers, etc.)
Experience supporting quality activities in a manufacturing environment required
Experience working directly with production teams to resolve quality and process issues preferred
Experience in machining, fabrication, sheet metal, foundry, welding, or other industrial manufacturing environments strongly preferred
Knowledge of manufacturing processes and production operations, including machining and fabrication processes, preferred
FARO or CMM knowledge a plus
Total Rewards and Benefits
- Competitive Salary
- Medical, Dental, Vision, STD, LTD, AD&D, and Life Insurance
- Matching 401(k) Contribution
- Health Savings Account
- Up to 3 weeks starting Vacation (may increase with tenure)
- 12 Paid Holidays
- Annual Bonus Eligibility
- Educational Reimbursement
- Matching Gift Program
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan – purchase company stock at a discount!
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Equal Opportunity Employer – Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran
