Quality Analyst
Mueller Water Products

Job Info

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Mueller is the nation's leading manufacturer of flow control devices for the water and gas distribution industries, and we currently have an opening in our Chattanooga, TN plant for a Quality Analyst.

Job Responsibilities:

• Support quality processes and testing methods to define finished product and process capabilities and to establish standards to confirm the manufacturing process and results.
• Test and inspect products at various stages of production process and compile and evaluate statistical data to determine and maintain quality and reliability of products.
• Ability to understand and follow Design Specifications.
• Generates 3D scans of material by use of laser technology and analyzes results with professional 3D quality control and dimensional inspection software.
• Receives, inspects, and verifies, material dimensions against design specifications and communicates results to the appropriate teams.
• Conduct 5S events and maintains quality lab standardization.
• Generates inspection software templates to streamline and standardizes PPAP analysis.
• Supports manufacturing, engineering by providing data, answering questions, and providing solutions as requested.
• Collects, analyzes and summarizes data, and trends to prepare product and process reports. Uses statistical analysis when appropriate to communicate product capability.
• Uses critical thinking to interpret results derived from inspection methods.
• Check and document the dimensional condition of material by means of physical devices as needed.
• Controls and confirms calibration of laser 3D scanning equipment
• Analyzes and resolves work problems to accomplish tasks assigned.
• Active, hands-on leader in troubleshooting and root cause analysis of operational issues especially as related to business unit and plant KPI's.
• Work within the operational team supporting day-to-day problems and improvements
• Performs auditor duties in manufacturing processes.
• Evaluate data and write reports to validate or indicate deviations from existing standards.
• Follow established safety procedures and quality standards.
• Participate in and represent Quality department in Kaizen events, six sigma projects, and internal audits as needed.
• Actively pursues continuous improvements in an ongoing effort to improve the processes and products.

Required Experience:

• Excellent computer skills, including MS Office is a must;
• Experience with 3D modeling and analysis similar to Geomagic, Polyworks, Solidworks or Creaform is a must.
• Understanding of manufacturing methods and procedures.
• GD&T experience preferred.
• Excellent communication and professionalism are a must, as well as a keen attention to detail.
• Strong working knowledge and experience in Lean manufacturing, Six Sigma tools preferred.
• Experience working in a team-oriented, collaborative environment.
• Experience working with a multi-disciplinary team.
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills.
• 2 years' experience in an area dealing with analysis.
• Ability to work both independently and as a team contributor.
• Able to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to use hands to finger, handle, or feel.
• Ability to frequently sit, stand, walk, reach within hands and arm's length, stoop, kneel, and crouch.
• Ability to lift and/or move 25 pounds, and up to 50 pounds.
• Specific vision requirements include close vision and color vision.
• Ability to work from a standing position for extended periods of time.
• Ability to work around hot heavy machinery
• Ability to work in an open warehouse environment, subject to seasonal weather (hot/cold)

Education & Experience:

• Desired Education: Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Engineering, Mathematics, or Science preferred.
• Must have Associate degree (A.A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; or three to five year's related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Must have at least a HS diploma or GED equivalent.

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.

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