Quality System Engineer

Mueller Water Products; Arkansas; On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401k plan with 5% Company match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)

Short-term and long-term disability

Vacation

100% paid parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Company-provided life insurance

Job summary

Mueller Water Products, Inc. is seeking a Quality System Engineer to lead process discipline and the Quality Management System across the site. You will collaborate with product engineering to publish quality specifications and drive continuous improvement.

The role emphasizes lean manufacturing, ISO compliance, Kaizen and Six Sigma projects, and data-driven decision making to improve productivity and product quality. An experienced supervisor with strong communication is needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or other technical discipline preferred.
• Five (5) + years’ experience in supervision in a manufacturing environment.
• Ten (10) + years progressive work-related experience with demonstrated proficiency in multiple disciplines/technologies/processes related to the position.
• Supervisory experience with demonstrated ability to lead towards common goals.
• Experience working in a LEAN manufacturing environment in metal machining and fabrication.

Responsibilities

• Drive process discipline, connect with stakeholders to increase ownership of process and adherence to standards.
• Maintain the sites ISO certification.
• Manage overall efforts and activities of the Quality Management System.
• Define, establish and publish quality specifications, procedures and standards for raw materials, in-process, and finished products.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Statistical process control

Six Sigma

Advanced Excel

Data analysis

Communication skills

Project leadership

Analytical mindset

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or other technical discipline

Tools

Lean Six Sigma tools

Job description

Who We Are:

Thank you for your interest in Mueller Water Products, Inc.

For more than 165 years, Mueller Water Products, Inc. has been building the future of water infrastructure. From lifesaving fire protection to data intelligence, we are committed to developing products and solutions that help cities and utilities deliver clean, safe drinking water to hundreds of millions of people across North America.

Our purpose is to connect communities to water, life’s most essential resource, with exceptional, people solutions and products. Behind that purpose is a dedicated team, united by our shared values of respect, integrity, trust, inclusion and safety. With a vision to be the leader in water infrastructure solutions—solving challenges, enriching lives and safeguarding the future, we are making a positive impact that will last for generations.

By joining Mueller, you become part of a dynamic team dedicated to excellence and innovation, working collaboratively to achieve meaningful results. We champion our people because when they succeed, our communities thrive. We invite you to learn more about career opportunities with us and consider submitting your application.

Quality System Engineer

Mueller Company, a subsidiary of Mueller Water Products and publicly traded company (NYSE: MWA) is the nation’s leading manufacturer of flow control devices for the water and gas distribution industries and North America’s largest and only full-line supplier of potable water distribution products.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS DUTIES/RESPONSIBLITIES

• Drive process discipline, connect with stakeholders to increase ownership of process and adherence to standards
• Responsible for maintaining the sites ISO certification
• Manage overall efforts and activities of the Quality Management System
• Work with product engineering to define, establish and publish quality specifications, procedures and standards for raw materials, in-process, and finished products
• Develop and recommend inspection and sampling techniques, quality control plans, and process control procedures that will ensure production of finished products, which meet quality specifications and standards
• Develop and implement QMS adhering to all ISO standards
• Develop and implement an audit program
• Drive lean and statistical process control throughout facility by ensuring standard utilization of Lean Six Sigma practices
• Lead Kaizen Events and Six Sigma projects within and across operations to optimize Value Stream performance
• Demonstrate a commitment to engage teams in other departments and divisions of the organization
• Lead projects to drive change and achieve productivity and quality improvements
• Develop, establish and monitor quantitative organizational performance measurement systems to drive continuous improvement
• Facilitate a high level of employee participation on teams and in events to foster high involvement, accountability, and results

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Understands lean manufacturing and can demonstrate various lean practices
• Proactive, "take the reins" mentality when it comes to addressing supplier quality issues
• Able to build relationships internal and external to the facility
• Able to build and execute a medium-to-the-mistake strategy for both the quality and continuous improvement functions.
• Comfortable with change and developing and executing new ideas. Managing the status quo is not enough to succeed in this position.
• Comfortable coaching, developing, and holding others accountable
• Demonstrated ability to successfully achieve goals through influence
• Possess an analytical mindset
• Ability to adapt to system/technology changes as well as use of current systems
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to blend multiple sources of data to formulate opinions and recommendations
• Exposure to global thought process and diversity
• Ability to create, follow and challenge standard work processes daily
• Ability to identify roadblocks in material/information flow and manage exceptions
• Demonstrated advanced Excel skills
• Demonstrated risk awareness and mitigation
• Knowledge of statistical process control techniques

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Six Sigma black belt preferred
• Experience working with rubber injection and compression molding is a plus

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or other technical discipline preferred
• Five (5) + years’ experience in supervision in a manufacturing environment
• Ten (10) + years progressive work-related experience with demonstrated proficiency in multiple disciplines/technologies/processes related to the position
• Supervisory experience with demonstrated ability to lead towards common goals
• Experience working in a LEAN manufacturing environment in metal machining and fabrication

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to remain in stationary position or standing position for prolonged periods and alternate between
• Ability to repeat gross or fine manipulation that may include the use of wrists, hands, and/or fingers
• Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including, but not limited to, safety glasses, steel-toed or metatarsal-guarded shoes, and/or ear plugs, while working in an industrial and/or manufacturing environment.
• Ability to constantly communicate with others to exchange information in person, via phone, or via use of computer.
• Ability to occasionally lift, carry, push, pull, or move objects up to 25 pounds in weight in all directions
• Ability to occasionally reach overhead or at or below shoulder level
• Ability to work around hot heavy machinery.
• Ability to work in an open warehouse environment, subject to seasonal weather (hot/cold)
• Must be able to function in a high-pressure production type environment.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

• Occasional overnight travel may be required.

Mueller is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. We encourage anyone with the required skills to apply.

This job description is subject to change at any time. This document does not limit management’s right to proscribe or restrict the tasks or duties that may be assigned or reassigned.

Other Compensation & Benefits

• medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401k plan with 5% Company match
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• short-term and long-term disability benefits
• vacation
• 100% paid parental leave
• tuition reimbursement program
• student debt retirement matching
• well-being program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• company-provided life insurance
• supplemental insurance at group rates
• and more

Equal Employment Opportunity

Mueller Water Products, Inc., as well as its subsidiaries, are equal employment employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, and/or expression), age, national origin, disability, citizenship status (except as authorized by law), protected veteran status, genetic information, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In keeping with its obligations under applicable federal, state, and local law, Mueller will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation at any time during the application or interview process, please contact a member of the Human Resources Department.

This employer participates in E-Verify. E-Verify is a web-based system that allows employers to confirm the eligibility of their employees to work in the United States. The system compares information from an employee’s Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, to data from U.S. Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration records. This notice applies to all applicants and employees, including those hired to work remotely.

Notice of E-Verify Participation

This employer participates in E-Verify. E-Verify is a web-based system that allows employers to confirm the eligibility of their employees to work in the United States. The system compares information from an employee’s Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, to data from U.S. Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration records. This notice applies to all applicants and employees, including those hired to work remotely.

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