Engineer II, Quality

Engineer II, QualityThe CompanyZurn 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.If you’re ready to join a company where what you do makes a difference and you have pride in the work you are doing, talk to us about joining the Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation family!If you are a current employee, please navigate here to apply internally.The Quality Engineer works collaboratively with production, engineering, finished goods, customer service, service centers and suppliers to ensure that processes are followed, and process outcomes meet or exceed expectations. The Quality Engineer is a leader in advanced quality planning, supplier quality feedback/improvements in quality processes and continuous improvement.The Quality Engineer will be responsible for leading 8D root cause analysis teams and the daily management of critical to quality continuous improvement projects. The successful candidate will possess a mix of project management skills, mechanical aptitude, good communication skills and the drive to achieve true root cause of non-conformities.Support New Product Development and Change Management with both internal engineering and with suppliers to support print requirementsSupport and help improve Advanced Quality Planning activities within product development and sourcing for process hand-off to Manufacturing, including measurement devicesDevelop QMS documentationAssist with calibration management planning and execution according to IAPMO standardsPerform/Approve First Article InspectionsEnsure manufacturing follows predetermined quality standardsPerform internal quality system and product audits according to ISO 9001, IAPMO standards and Zurn Elkay organizational quality management systemReport supplier non conformances through the Global Supplier Quality reporting system and Business Unit systemsCoordinate nonconforming material containment process within the business unitManage and support the CAR/CAPA process, working across departments internally and with suppliers and corporate supplier quality to resolve customer quality concernsPerform nonconforming material analysisSupport Applications Engineering and Operations in clarifying production print in conjunction with documenting organizational knowledgeDevelop a knowledge of products across multiple platforms and mentor Quality TechniciansMaintain quality recordsSupport continuous improvement activities (#CI) across the company as requiredAttend trade shows as needed to benchmark measurement system improvementsProject Manager for 8D root cause analysis teams for our largest impact projects. Implement improved daily visual management for 8D projects and critical to quality continuous improvement action plansIntegrate visual management plan with daily gemba process in manufacturing cells. Engage engineers & floor associates to interact in daily improvement actions.Participate in tear downs, trouble shooting, testing and validation of internal failures or new design improvements.Design / Implement / Audit improved standard work processes for manufacturing cells that drive warranty reductions.QUALIFICATIONSFour-year BS or BA degree engineering or engineering technology programRequired: Technical quality background, with five + years' experience in working with several quality improvement tools. Ie. 8D Problem Solving, 5 Why Root Cause, Statistical Principles, Measurement Systems, FMEA, APQP, Control Plans, SPC, etc.Preferred: Advanced problem solving experience preferred, i.e. – Shainin, Six Sigma Green or Black Belt.Project management experienceProficient with common Microsoft Office tools and familiarity with Statistical software such as MiniTabExperience with Six Sigma and / Lean Enterprise required.4 year degree or equivalent experienceKnowledge of blueprint readingMicrosoft Office (Word/Excel/Outlook)Working knowledge of 8D/Safety problem solvingExperience with Six Sigma and / Lean Enterprise required.Can work with Hand Gauges (calipers, micrometers, etc.)Machining/foundry/sheet metal background a plusFARO or CMM knowledge a plusTotal Rewards and BenefitsCompetitive SalaryMedical, Dental, Vision, STD, LTD, AD&D, and Life InsuranceMatching 401(k) ContributionHealth Savings AccountUp to 3 weeks starting Vacation (may increase with tenure)12 Paid HolidaysAnnual Bonus EligibilityEducational ReimbursementMatching Gift ProgramEmployee Stock Purchase Plan – purchase company stock at a discount!**THIRD PARTY AGENCY: Any unsolicited submissions received from recruitment agencies will be considered property of Zurn Elkay, and we will not be liable for any fees or obligations related to those submissions.**Equal Opportunity Employer – Minority/Female/Disability/VeteranSummaryLocation: Sanford, NCType: Full time