Inspection & Calibration Team Lead

YSI Inc.; Kentucky; On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision plans

401(k) with company contribution

Paid time off

Parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Xylem, Inc. is hiring an Inspection and Calibration Team Lead in the United States. This role leads daily Receiving Inspection and Calibration activities, ensuring quality standards and continuous improvement while guiding a technical team.

The position emphasizes compliance with ISO 9001/13485, supplier quality collaboration, and measurement system integrity. It is on-site with opportunities to optimize processes and drive efficiency.

Qualifications

• Education requirements include an Associate's degree in Quality or a related field.
• 5+ years in quality assurance, receiving inspection, calibration, or manufacturing quality.
• 2+ years of leadership or supervisory experience preferred in regulated/ISO environments.
• Experience managing calibration systems and measurement equipment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop Receiving Inspection and Calibration personnel, set priorities, monitor performance, and drive continuous improvement.
• Oversee incoming inspection activities to verify materials meet specifications and manage containment for nonconforming materials.
• Manage site calibration program, ensure schedules, records, and traceability; coordinate external providers.
• Ensure compliance with ISO 9001/13485 and participate in audits, CAPA, and risk management.
• Analyze data to identify improvements and support lean initiatives and digital transformation.

Skills

Receiving inspection

Calibration

Leadership

Quality systems

ISO knowledge

Education

Associate's degree in Quality

Quality/Engineering background

Tools

ERP software

Calibration software

Quality management software

Job description

Xylem is a Fortune 500 global water solutions company dedicated to advancing sustainable impact and empowering the people who make water work every day. As a leading water technology company with 23,000 employees operating in over 150 countries, Xylem is at the forefront of addressing the world's most critical water challenges. We invite passionate individuals to join our team, dedicated to exceeding customer expectations through innovative and sustainable solutions.

We're hiring for an Inspection and Calibration Team Lead! If you are excited and passionate about helping #LetsSolveWater, consider joining our team today!

Xylem, Inc. is a leading global water technology company servicing more than 150 countries and is dedicated to solving the world’s most challenging water issues.

At Xylem, you will have the opportunity to solve water by participating in our paid Volunteer Program, Xylem Watermark!

Job Summary

The Receiving Inspection & Calibration Team Lead is responsible for leading the daily activities of the Receiving Inspection and Calibration functions to ensure compliance with quality management system requirements, regulatory standards, and company procedures. This position oversees incoming material inspection, calibration program management, and team performance while driving continuous improvement initiatives that support operational excellence, product quality, and customer satisfaction. The Team Lead provides technical guidance, prioritizes workload, ensures timely completion of inspections and calibrations, and serves as the primary escalation point for issues related to supplier quality, nonconforming materials, and measurement system integrity. This is a working role and up to 75% of the time the lead will be expected to conduct inspection and support calibration activities as needed.

Key Responsibilities

• Leadership & Team Management Lead, coach, and develop Receiving Inspection and Calibration personnel. Assign daily work activities and establish priorities to meet production and business requirements. Monitor team performance through metrics, audits, and regular performance discussions. Support hiring, onboarding, training, and competency development of team members. Promote a culture of quality, compliance, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Receiving Inspection Oversee incoming inspection activities to verify materials, components, and assemblies meet established specifications and quality requirements. Ensure inspection plans, sampling plans, and acceptance criteria are appropriately applied. Review and disposition incoming inspection records and documentation. Coordinate containment activities for nonconforming materials. Initiate and support supplier corrective actions as needed. Collaborate with Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Engineering, and Supplier Quality teams to resolve quality concerns. Monitor inspection performance metrics including turnaround times, defect rates, and supplier quality trends.
• Calibration Management Manage the site calibration program for measurement and test equipment. Ensure calibration activities are completed according to established schedules and regulatory requirements. Maintain calibration records, certificates, and traceability documentation. Coordinate external calibration service providers and internal calibration activities. Investigate and assess the impact of out-of-tolerance equipment. Ensure measurement equipment remains compliant with applicable standards and quality system requirements. Drive improvements in measurement system effectiveness and reliability.
• Quality Systems & Compliance Ensure compliance with applicable quality standards (ISO 9001/13485). Support internal, customer, and regulatory audits. Maintain procedures, work instructions, forms, and records related to receiving inspection and calibration activities. Participate in CAPA, nonconformance, risk management, and continuous improvement processes. Ensure data integrity and proper documentation practices are maintained.
• Continuous Improvement Analyze inspection and calibration performance data to identify trends and opportunities for improvement. Lead root cause investigations and corrective actions related to inspection and measurement issues. Implement lean manufacturing, process improvement, and error-proofing initiatives. Support digital transformation and automation opportunities within quality processes.

Qualifications

• Education Associate's degree in Quality, Engineering, Technical Sciences, Manufacturing, or related field required.
• Experience 5+ years of quality assurance, receiving inspection, calibration, or manufacturing quality experience. 2+ years of leadership or supervisory experience preferred. Experience working within regulated or ISO-certified environments. Experience managing calibration systems and measurement equipment.
• Knowledge & Skills Strong understanding of receiving inspection methods and sampling techniques. Knowledge of calibration principles, measurement uncertainty, and metrology fundamentals. Familiarity with quality management systems and requirements such as ISO 9001 Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and technical documentation. Proficiency with quality tools, including root cause analysis, SPC, CAPA, and risk assessment methods. Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills. Ability to prioritize work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Experience with ERP, calibration management, and quality management software systems preferred.

The salary range for this position is $65,000 to $75,000 plus bonus. Starting pay is dependent on multiple factors, such as skills, experience, and work location, and is not typically at the top of the range.

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Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision plans, 401(k) with company contribution, paid time off, paid parental leave, and tuition reimbursement.

Proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (including disability and veterans) and affirmative action workplace, Xylem fosters an inclusive environment free from discrimination or harassment.

We prioritize our employees' well-being through inclusion and belonging as well as our Employee Resource Groups (ERG).

At Xylem, you'll not only contribute to solving water issues but also have the chance to make a difference through our paid Volunteer Program, Xylem Watermark.

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