Quality Engineer

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 Engineer

Primary Responsibilities:

• Engage and support manufacturing technicians and management to implement best practices for process and quality management.
• Lead cross functional teams in the use of DMAIC methodology to continuously improve processes.
• Lead and participate in problem solving with Lean Six Sigma tools and techniques.
• Support activities related ISO Certifications, Recertification's, and Non-conformance reviews to ensure Chattanooga Plant’s QMS conformance to ISO 9001:2015 standards.
• Participate in the internal audit and layered process audit function.
• Develop and execute corrective action plans.
• Support 3rd party audits, witness testing of product, and QMS reviews at the Chattanooga Plant.
• Drive standard utilization, maintenance, and continuous improvement of Corrective Action reporting, tracking, & closure.
• Review and analyze product and material specifications to appropriate standards to ensure regulatory conformance of finished products.
• Interact with supply chain management and vendors to ensure the quality of purchased parts and materials.
• Manage assigned new products through the Production Part Approval Process for the Chattanooga plant.
• Lead and manage problem solving and process engineering to minimize off quality and scrap for all foundry and manufacturing processes.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering
• 5+ years in the Quality discipline
• 5+ years in manufacturing plant(s) environment
• Strong experience & background with ISO 9001:2015 standards
• Demonstrated success using Lean/SixSigma tools and techniques
• Experience managing projects across cross-functional teams
• Proven track record of consistently meeting goals and objectives
• Advanced proficiency in MS office, Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Mini-tab
• Expertise with 3D scanning technologies and measurement systems
• Ability to support customers in the field as needed
• Position is in Chattanooga, TN

Preferred Qualifications

• Lean SixSigma Black Belt qualification
• ASQ CQE preferred
• Ability to translate strategic direction(s) into actionable and demonstrable results
• Strong analytical, communication, and presentation skills
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines

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Other Compensation & Benefits:

Mueller offers an excellent salary and benefits package. Current benefit offerings include 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.

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Accommodation:

If you require accommodations during any stage of the application or interview process, please let us know. We are happy to work with you to meet your needs.