Quality Technician II: Drive Quality & CI

Elkay; Freeport (IL); On-site; USD 33,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

STD/LTD/AD&D

Life insurance

401(k) match

Health Savings Account

Vacation

Paid holidays

Bonus eligibility

Educational reimbursement

Matching gifts

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation is seeking a Quality Technician II to support manufacturing quality by performing inspections, audits, and on-line quality checks. The role collaborates with production teams, drives corrective actions, and contributes to continuous improvement initiatives at the Freeport facility, with occasional Lanark support.

The position emphasizes safety, accuracy, and timely quality responses in a fast-paced production setting and reports to the Quality Supervisor.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience in a quality role preferred.
• Understanding of root cause analysis and corrective action processes.
• Zurn Elkay manufacturing knowledge preferred but not required.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong product knowledge and part identification skills are beneficial.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and manage stressful situations.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to balance quality requirements and operational needs.
• Problem-solving and analytical thinking skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Perform Receiving Inspection, Out of Box Audits (OBAs), and Line Audits.
• Provide real-time quality support and respond to line calls.
• Conduct product and process inspections to verify compliance with quality standards.
• Support pilot runs and quality validation activities.
• Coordinate non-conforming product through disposition processes.
• Utilize testing equipment and maintain calibration activities.
• Collect and analyze quality data and assist with root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Work collaboratively with Operations to resolve quality concerns and drive continuous improvement.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Quality knowledge

Detail oriented

Fast-paced environment

Effective communication

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Testing equipment

Calibration maintenance

Job description

Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation is seeking a Quality Technician II to support manufacturing quality by performing inspections, audits, and on-line quality checks. The role collaborates with production teams, drives corrective actions, and contributes to continuous improvement initiatives at the Freeport facility, with occasional Lanark support.

The position emphasizes safety, accuracy, and timely quality responses in a fast-paced production setting and reports to the Quality Supervisor.