Quality Manager III

Elkay; Sanford (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Medical, Dental, Vision

Matching 401(k)

Job summary

Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation is seeking a Quality Manager III to lead the organization’s total quality function and drive continuous improvement across internal, supplier, and customer quality processes. You will champion LEAN and Six Sigma, manage PPAP alignment, and guide cross-functional teams toward world-class quality standards.

The role reports to site leadership and focuses on reducing defects, improving processes, and ensuring regulatory compliance in both manufacturing and

Qualifications

• BS in Manufacturing, Mechanical or Industrial Engineering required.
• 6+ years of proven experience implementing and/or improving quality systems.
• 2+ years of supplier quality experience; International experience a plus.
• Lean and/or Six Sigma experience; Green or Black Belt certification a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain the quality system and regulatory compliance.
• Lead Six Sigma and Lean initiatives to drive continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing, Engineering, Procurement, Service and Sales to improve quality performance.
• Coordinate supplier audits and manage supplier certification processes.

Skills

Quality leadership

Quality management

Lean Six Sigma

ISO 9001 experience

Problem solving

Education

BS in Manufacturing/Mechanical/Industrial Engineering

Tools

Minitab

MS Excel

Job description

Quality Manager III 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.

Position Purpose

The Quality Manager is responsible for all aspects of the organization’s total quality function and driving the internal, Supplier, and Customer quality processes while leading continuous improvement activities following Zurn Elkay Business System (ZEBS), Lean Six Sigma and Quality Management principles. The Quality Manager develops, monitors and advises on the performance of the quality management system in manufacturing and office environments. As a member of the Site Leadership Team, this position leads the organizations efforts and passion about pursuing zero defects and promoting the practices to achieve the best processes leading the Manufacturing, Engineering and Quality teams towards world class manufacturing, while considering the customer, associates, and use of the Zurn Elkay Business System.

Essential Job Functions

• Responsible for the development, implementation, management and maintenance of the quality system and regulatory compliance
• Successful implementation of company-wide operational procedures to support quality system requirements, and world class execution.
• Drive a culture of continuous improvement establishing objectives for world class customer satisfaction using tools such as lean manufacturing, six sigma, and Zurn Elkay business system are used to ensure proper validation and approval of new products manufacturing lines and processes are used to achieve goals.
• Drive quality standards throughout organization.
• Create a culture of quality.
• Grow the supplier quality system for domestic and international vendors.
• Conduct quality systems audits at supplier sites.
• Improve quality performance while providing coaching and guidance in the implementation of processes and tools by working with regional Operations, Engineering, Procurement, Service, and Sales.
• Reduce Internal and External DPPM and Cost of Poor Quality (COPQ) Drive improving customer satisfaction levels via VOC, data analysis and CAPA.
• Lead, coordinate, and participate in Six Sigma and/or Lean activities to drive operational and transactional improvements.
• Analyzes current processes, develops tactics, metrics and scorecards, and institutes data-driven process improvements which will link Quality, Manufacturing, Engineering and Customer Service objectives and goals worldwide.
• Work in concert with Zurn NPD / VA-VE / Sourcing teams to complete PPAP requirements and improvement projects with Suppliers Assist in managing supplier certification process.
• Develop quality requirements and quality plans.
• Manage site Quality resources to achieve objectives.
• Identifies opportunities to reduce waste and increase efficiency across the business Provide expertise to ensure quality standards are recognized, understood and maintained across the company.
• Disseminate quality concepts throughout the organization, contributing to the development of a culture committed Quality and organization objectives.

Education and Experience

BS in Manufacturing, Mechanical or Industrial Engineering required

• 6+ years of proven experience implementing and/or improving quality systems
• 2+ years of supplier quality experience; International experience a plus
• Experience leading a ISO 9001, QS9000, AS9100 or ISO/TS 16949 based Quality Management System (QMS) in a high-mix, assembly operation Cast metals (casting, forging or machining) and plastic molding experience a plus
• Production Part Approval Process experience
• Lean and/or Six Sigma experience; Green or Black Belt certification a plus

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Behaviors

• Strong leadership skills with demonstrated success simultaneously directing multiple projects in multiple locations
• Ability to lead, train, and drive change ASQ certified auditor, a plus
• Leadership, presentation, project management, coaching, influencing, and verbal/written communication skills
• Self motivated individual able to multi-task effectively and work in a fast-paced environment
• Computer skills including spreadsheet applications, Microsoft Access, and/or Minitab

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!

Equal Opportunity Employer

Equal Opportunity Employer – Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation

Our Story

What happens when two remarkable sustainability leaders come together as one? A sustainability powerhouse is born, making a splash in the markets they serve and saving the planet one innovative installation at a time. In early 2022, Zurn Water Solutions Corporation, a market leader in smart, sustainable water solutions, and Elkay Manufacturing, a commercial drinking water solutions leader, agreed to combine their two exceptional firms to become a single water solutions powerhouse. Together, the combined company offers a comprehensive package of innovative, sustainable, specified, engineered water solutions and sustainable plumbing products that provide water safety, water quality, and water conservation through critical service environments, while delivering total building solutions for new construction and retrofit applications around the globe. Our innovative solutions enable customers to advance their ESG initiatives and reduce operating costs while providing students, patients, patrons, and people within public and private spaces a safe, clean environment and access to fresh, pure, potable water – the essence of life itself. What makes Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation special is our people and our culture. While playing a leading role in sustainability and water access are remarkable, what makes Zurn Elkay’s story so compelling is the alignment of the two well-respected companies with powerful legacies and a combined 224-year company history and shared values and cultures where people matter most. Sustainably inspired, the company has a deep commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, water, and environmental stewardship, and giving back to the communities where we live, work and play. Our powerful legacy of caring and commitment is made possible by the exceptional people that embody Zurn Elkay’s values. We are looking for innovative, energetic people who want to help solve tomorrow’s challenges today. Our Total Associate Engagement core value means we work hard to ensure our associates have opportunities to grow and an inclusive culture in which to thrive. From formal training to on-the-job development and exposure to new businesses, when you join Zurn Elkay, you will join a collaborative organization that will give you opportunities to thrive and grow.