We’re Watts. Together, we’re reimagining the future of water.
We feel proud every day about what we do. We're all part of the same crucial mission, no matter what function we support -- it's to provide safe, clean water for the world, and to protect our planet's most valuable resource.
What we do:
For 150 years, Watts has built best-in-class products that are trusted by customers in residential and commercial settings across the world. We are at the forefront of innovation, working with cutting-edge technology to provide smart and connected, sustainable water solutions for the future. Watts is a leading brand with a quality reputation — and we have a dynamic future ahead.
Scope of Position
This highly skilled, quality-focused, and continuous improvement-driven individual, as part of the Quality team, will be responsible for leading welding and fabrication excellence across the Fort Worth manufacturing operation. This role develops, implements, and maintains welding standards, fabrication processes, training programs, certification requirements, and quality systems to ensure compliance with ASME, AWS, customer, and regulatory requirements while supporting safety, quality, delivery, and cost objectives.
This position is responsible for supervision of under 5 direct reports.
This position reports to Quality Manager. This role is onsite and based in Fort Worth, Texas.
Primary Job Duties and Responsibilities
- Serve as the site subject matter expert for welding, fabrication, ASME code compliance, welder qualification, and weld quality.
- Develop and maintain fabrication processes, fixturing, welding procedures, and supporting documentation.
- Develop, deliver, and maintain training and certification programs for welders, fabricators, and NDT personnel in accordance with ASME, AWS, and company requirements.
- Certify new and existing welding operators to applicable ASME requirements and company standards.
- Ensure compliance with ASME quality management programs and other applicable industry standards, regulations, and customer requirements.
- Train, certify, and implement in-house NDT processes and inspection methodologies.
- Lead root cause investigations, corrective actions, and continuous improvement initiatives to improve safety, quality, productivity, and cost performance.
- Partner with Quality, Production, Engineering, and Operations teams to ensure fabrication processes meet quality, safety, and productivity objectives.
- Support capital equipment evaluations, manufacturing process improvements, and machine acquisition projects.
- Support internal auditing programs and participate in ASME accreditation, surveillance, and customer audits.
- Organize, direct, and support ASME and non-ASME field repair activities as required.
- Utilize Excel, Power BI, and other reporting tools to analyze fabrication process performance and communicate key performance indicators to leadership.
- Participate in new product introduction and manufacturing capability planning activities.
- Collaborate with Sustaining Engineering to ensure drawings, calculations, and fabrication requirements comply with applicable ASME standards.
- Work directly with the Authorized Inspector to maintain certifications and regulatory compliance.
- Maintain regulatory requirements and documentation associated with welding and fabrication activities.
- Assume responsibility for other projects and duties as assigned by Quality Manager or Company management.
- Responsibility directly tied to Watts Value Integrity, Accountability, Continuous Improvement, Transparency
- Travel Requirements: 20% travel as required to support manufacturing operations, audits, training activities, supplier visits and field repair support.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing Technology, Welding Engineering, or related technical field; in lieu of a degree, equivalent combination of education, certification, and directly related experience may be considered.
- Minimum 10 years of manufacturing experience, including at least 5 years in welding, fabrication, quality, inspection, or related technical disciplines.
- AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) certification or ability to obtain certification within established company timeframes.
- Working knowledge of ASME Sections I, IV, VIII, IX, and HLW requirements.
- Experience conducting internal audits and supporting ASME certification and surveillance audits.
- Experience with welder qualification programs, welding procedures, fabrication standards, and NDT methods.
- Demonstrated ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, specifications, and fabrication documentation.
- Strong analytical, troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel and Power BI.
- Understanding of and adherence to applicable laws, codes, policies, regulations, and safety practices and procedures, as applicable.
- Must successfully establish employment eligibility and satisfactorily complete background checks, and required pre-employment testing as a condition of employment.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Welding Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related technical discipline.
- AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) certification in active status.
- ASME training certificates and demonstrated experience applying ASME Sections I, IV, VIII, IX, and HLW standards.
- Experience with Epicor or similar Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems.
- Experience leading manufacturing process improvement, lean manufacturing, or operational excellence initiatives.
- Advanced experience utilizing Power BI, data analytics, and KPI reporting to drive operational performance.
- Demonstrated ability to influence cross-functional teams without direct supervisory authority.
General Applicable Company Competencies
- Commitment to Watts’ values of integrity, accountability, continuous improvement and innovation, and transparency.
- Punctuality and dependability.
- Ability to be flexible and adapt to changing work priorities and stressful conditions.
- Adherence to all personnel policies, procedures, and standards of process as implemented by Watts.
- Maintain productive and collaborative relationships with other Watts employees.
- Demonstrate behaviors aligned with Watts values: Growth Mindset, Customer-Focused Innovation, Constant Communication, Clear Goals, Collaborate Globally, Be Inclusive, and Take Action.
Working Conditions:
While performing the job duties, you will be working on-site at a manufacturing facility and will perform the majority of your duties in an office environment. You may, at times, be required to be present on the manufacturing floor and will be required to wear the appropriate personal protective equipment. You will be required to work in the office at the Fort Worth, Texas location (Monday – Friday). Your scheduled work hours will be communicated to you by your manager.
Physical Requirements: Specific physical abilities required for this position include, but are not limited to:
- Ability to remain seated at a desk or workstation for extended periods.
- Ability to perform repetitive tasks like typing on a keyboard or using a mouse for extended periods.
- Ability to physically move around the office, organize or transport files, packages, or other office-related materials.
- Ability to read documents, use a computer, and perform data entry tasks.
- Ability to communicate clearly with management and coworkers, particularly in meetings or phone calls.
- Ability to operate standard office equipment such as computers, printers, phones, and copiers.
- Ability to occasionally lift and carry light objects, such as office supplies, documents, or small equipment.
Nothing in this job description restricts Watts’ right to assign or reassign duties, responsibilities, and working hours/conditions to this position at any time. This position is “at will,” which means that either the employee or Watts may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without notice, and for any lawful reason.
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Watts in it for you:
Please note that the following benefits apply only to permanent roles and do not apply to internship roles.
- Competitive compensation based on your skills, qualifications and experience
- Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits
- Family building benefits, including paid maternity/paternity leave
- 10 paid holidays and Paid Time Off
- Continued professional development opportunities and educational reimbursement
- Additional perks such as fitness reimbursements and employee discount programs
- Learn more about our benefit offerings here: https://tapintowattsbenefits.com/
How we work:
At Watts, our culture is team-oriented and supportive. Employees here genuinely care about the quality of their work, and about each other. Our people are the heart of who we are and contribute to our longevity and continued success.
And this is a place where you can have a big career. No matter your role, there are opportunities for learning and development, and your daily contributions make a meaningful impact on the lives of people who use our products and on the future of water.
Watts is committed to equal employment opportunity. We follow a policy of administering all employment decisions and personnel actions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy, national origin, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, genetic disposition or carrier status, marital status, military or veteran status, minorities, or any other category protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Consistent with the obligations of state and federal law, Watts will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Any employee who needs a reasonable accommodation should contact Human Resources.
