Inline Quality Control Specialist

Job Description

Inline Quality Specialist Indianapolis [day shift - onsite]

Come join a team that makes a difference here and around the world!

Peerless Pump Company, an Indianapolis based subsidiary of Grundfos , is seeking a professional grade Inline Quality Specialist to join its Quality & Test team.

Peerless: having no equal; matchless, unrivaled. At Peerless, a Grundfos subsidiary, our team of experts come together with a common passion for manufacturing sustainable pumps that provide peace of mind. Our pumps create more reliable food supplies, clean and safe water, and keep life and property safe around the globe. For nearly a century, the Peerless brand has helped keep people safe where they live, work, and play. We are Pioneers. We are united. We are Peerless! Join our united team!

What is the job about?

This position is responsible for developing and leading Quality Control & Quality Assurance initiatives related to Peerless products and production processes, as well as assisting with Continuous Improvement initiatives. The Quality Control Specialist is responsible for making sure the end-products provided by Peerless to its customers are of the highest quality, and manufactured in the most efficient way possible.

This position reports directly to the Quality Supervisor and will operate daily out of the Indianapolis, IN facility (primarily Mon-Fri).

Relocation for this position cannot be supported and qualified candidates must have authorization to work in the USA without support.

Your main responsibilities:

• Provide direct quality technical support for machine shop, assembly, testing, mount and paint areas, ensuring adequate Quality Assurance & Quality Control processes are deployed.

• Establish root cause investigations when issues are found in production areas.

• Perform Quality System audits (internal & external).

• Process Quality Transactions.

• Operate Coordinate Measurement Machines (CMM), use hand gauges, go/no go tooling to determine part compliance to company drawings.

• Quality planning, including the establishment and maintenance of procedures for quality related tasks and processes; contribute to Material Review Board meetings.

• Assist in problem-solving efforts both internal and external facilities.

• Develop and implement quality systems for new products and parts including inspection and layout.

• Communicate directly with internal/external stakeholders for disposition of material and process vendor corrective actions requests with Supplier Development team.

• Work with suppliers to achieve capable products and processes.

• Perform work, promote teamwork and communicate in conjunction with our culture and corporate standards (Safety/Environmental, Quality, Continuous Improvement, Communication, Internal Controls, etc.).

• Drive and manage continuous improvement efforts in production areas

• Maintain statistic metrics for in-process quality targets

Key Success Factors:

The primary role of the Quality Control Specialist is to evaluate and inspect and Peerless products and production processes for the prevention of defects and to ensure quality products are delivered to our customers. In addition, success is defined by significant reduction of ongoing issues related to Cost of Poor Quality, Customer Claims and overall improved production efficiency

Posting, Reporting and Work Relations

This position works as part of the quality team within the Quality Management Department. This position will work directly with production as a 100% resource to that team in mitigating issues before they arise, liaison between production, engineering, purchasing and sales support to identify key areas of concern and resolve any issues when they arise.

Your background

We imagine that you have:

• High School Diploma, GED/HSE/HiSET or equivalent *required

• 10+ years of manufacturing experience *required

• Combination of Associate’s degree in Engineering/Science and 10 years of relevant experience in quality control and detailed inspection techniques *much preferred

• Operating experience using CALYPSO software on Zeiss Contura CMM *much preferred

• Competencies

• Team Player is a must with strong communication, organizational, and written skills

• Strong blueprint reading skills including GD&T and proficient with measuring equipment.

• Knowledge of Process improvement techniques (Poka -Yoke, lean, SPC).

• Strong knowledge of machining techniques and gauge validation

• Exceptional attention to detail and listening skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Outstanding interpersonal and customer service skills

• Advanced organizational skills

• Understanding of SAP transactions used within logistics, quality, and production processes

• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines

• Computer competency with Microsoft Office Suite, digital pictures, and e-mail.

• Practical knowledge of using Coordinate Measurement Machines (CMM)

Work Conditions

• Regularly required to sit and walk and will be in a machine shop floor environment (non-climate controlled)

• Frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel

• Reach with hands and arms

• Will frequently bend, stoop and twist

• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds

• Special equipment is to be used for items that are over 50 pounds

• Travels up to 5% of the time, to supplier and sub-supplier sites

What’s in it for you?

What are your goals? Here at Peerless it’s our mission to enable you develop and fulfil your aspirations, both career and personal. You’ll find that your fresh ideas will be welcomed and make a difference in how we conduct our business.

In addition, your day-to-day benefits as a regular, full-time employees include:

• 5 paid holidays; paid time off for volunteering; up to 20 paid vacation days a year accrued by date of hire.

• Competitive medical, dental, and vision plans; 401(k)-match program.

• Annual bonuses, parental support, engaging team buildings.

• Diverse, inclusive environment with employee-led forums offering colleagues a safe place to connect and share openly.

• Long-term career development with regular dialogue, as well as continuous learning and development opportunities.

• Access to the modern Grundfos Academy to pursue further both personal and professional development.

• Diverse, inclusive environment with employee-led forums offering colleagues a safe place to connect and share openly.

Do you want to learn more?

If you have questions or would like to know more about this position, please contact Recruiter at bhummel@grundfos.com

If this job sounds interesting, please send your resume and cover letter by clicking “Apply” .

We look forward to hearing from you.

If you would like to dig deeper into the Peerless universe, please visit us and check out why our employees are Peerless. I am PEERLESS! (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DD8lv_BIjk4)

Peerless participates in E-verify and is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer. All positions subject to post offer drug screening and background checks.

Peerless needs and welcomes professional people from all corners and backgrounds by providing equal employment opportunities for all applicants and employees and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type. Employment decisions at Peerless and Grundfos are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. Learn more about your rights as an applicant and pay transparency. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities.

Information at a Glance

Job Details

Application deadline:

Workplace: Onsite Position

Job Location: Indianapolis, Indiana, United States

Contract Type: Full-Time

Employment Type: Regular