Senior Quality Technician

Xylem is a Fortune 500 global water solutions company dedicated to advancing sustainable impact and empowering the people who make water work every day. We invite passionate individuals to join our team, dedicated to exceeding customer expectations through innovative and sustainable solutions. The Role The Quality Technician supports the quality needs of the Spring Valley operations while carrying out both local and corporate responsibilities. This role partners closely with the Quality Manager to advance business objectives and collaborates with the broader team to ensure all quality-related requirements are met. Core Responsibilities Live our culture and exemplify our Growth Enabling Behaviors to be highly enabled to deliver, highly empowered to succeed and highly accountable to lead. Perform Incoming and Final Inspections as necessary Address internal requests to initiate Nonconformance Reports (NCRs) in a timely manner and keep the total number of open NCRs below target. Support the Shop Floor with any Quality related requests. Lead root cause analysis and drive the implementation of mistake proofing to eliminate and preventative actions Complete a “5-Why” for any “Repeat” or “Escape” non-conformance. File and maintain Quality documentation as units are produced. Provide maintained Quality documentation upon request. Analyze existing operations and propose cost justified improvements. Create Certificates of Conformance when needed. Make requested changes to ISO documentation. Support ISO 9001 audit preparation and other various audit preparations. Implement any relevant Quality checks and measures. Mark and tag defective hardware as necessary. Create customer Quality documentation binders when required. Qualifications High School Diploma or equivalent BS Degree in Quality or Engineering preferred 3+ years of manufacturing experience in quality assurance or similar role Ability to read and comprehend blueprints with GD&T ISO 9001 or equivalent experience preferred Certifications an advantage including Quality Auditor, Quality Engineer, Quality Improvement Associate, Six Sigma Green Belt preferred Quality inspection and auditing experience preferred Ability to create/revise Quality documentation to ISO 9001 standards preferred Self-motivated personality required Ability to problem solve, develop, and effectively communicate solutions What We Can Offer You Our Total Rewards Program goes far beyond base compensation by providing a more fulfilling work experience and offering a competitive benefits program, including: Generous PTO package and paid holidays Generous retirement savings plan Customizable health, dental and vision insurance (eligible on first date) Career progression plans Reward and recognition programs Paid parental leave Tuition Reimbursement Company Wellness Program Employee Discount Program Physical Requirements Must be able to sit, stand, hear, and see on a constant basis. Must be able to walk, write, and type on a frequent basis. Must be able to lift and carry up to 30 pounds. Must be able to climb and descend stairs. Must be able to bend, carry, reach, push, and pull on an occasional basis. Must be able to communicate verbally and in writing. May work indoors and outdoors as needed. Exposure to heat up to 120 degrees and cold to 0 degrees. May work in areas where noise level is such that hearing protection is required. May be exposed to varying amounts of dust and dirt. Work surfaces may include concrete. Employee must be able to operate a computer and communicate via telephone. Some travel to other locations, meetings and/or seminars is required. The estimated pay range for this position is $28/hr. to $32/hr.. Starting pay is dependent on multiple factors, such as skills, experience, and work location. At Xylem, we offer a competitive compensation package with a generous benefits package, including Medical, Dental, and Vision plans, 401(k) with company contribution, paid time off, paid parental leave, and tuition reimbursement. Join the global Xylem team to be a part of innovative technology solutions transforming water usage, conservation, and re-use. Our products impact public utilities, industrial sectors, residential areas, and commercial buildings, with a commitment to providing smart metering, network technologies, and advanced analytics for water, electric, and gas utilities. Partner with us in creating a world where water challenges are met with ingenuity and dedication; where we recognize the power of inclusion and belonging in driving innovation and allowing us to compete more effectively around the world. 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. We prioritize our employees' well-being through inclusion and belonging as well as our Employee Resource Groups (ERG). Proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (including disability and veterans) and Aff… workplace, Xylem fosters an inclusive environment free from discrimination or harassment. Please note that the information in this job description outlines the general nature of the position and is not an exhaustive list of duties. Xylem is dedicated to providing reasonable accommodations to enable all employees to perform their essential job functions. We reserve the right to modify this job description and assign additional duties as needed. Embrace the opportunity to be part of Xylem's transformative journey in shaping the future of water technology. Learn more about our commitment to Inclusion and Belonging. ( #J-18808-Ljbffr YSI Inc.