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 We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other category protected by law. Mueller Water Products is Where Intelligence Meets Infrastructure® Mueller Water Products, Inc. (www.muellerwaterproducts.com) is a leading manufacturer and marketer of products and services used in the transmission, distribution and measurement of water in North America. Our broad product and service portfolio includes engineered valves, fire hydrants, pipe connection and repair products, metering products, leak detection, and pipe condition assessment. We help municipalities increase operational efficiencies, improve customer service and prioritize capital spending, demonstrating why Mueller Water Products is Where Intelligence Meets Infrastructure®. Mueller Water Products brands include Mueller®, Echologics®, Hydro Gate®, Hydro-Guard®, HYMAX®, Jones®, Krausz®, Mi.Net®, Milliken®, Pratt®, Pratt Industrial®, Singer®, and U.S. Pipe Valve & Hydrant.