Senior Quality Technician

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

Peerless Pump Company an Indianapolis based subsidiary of Grundfos is seeking an experienced Senior Quality Technician to join its Quality Assurance team.

Founded in 1923 Peerless Pump Company is a US-based manufacturer of horizontal and vertical centrifugal pumps for fire industrial and municipal applications. With pump installations in 145 countries Peerless is globally recognized for engineering tough reliable and versatile pump solutions with extensive flow and pressure capabilities. From our production facilities in Indianapolis and Houston to our service centers in Lubbock and Fresno Peerless pumps are designed to protect people and property from fire and to bring water where its needed most. Our product quality is second to none but its our people whove made us Peerless for over 100 years. Our legacy of innovation is fueled by attracting training and retaining employees from diverse backgrounds. With competitive benefits and a strong emphasis on development growth and innovation Peerless employees come seeking a job but stay to build a career.

Are you passionate about ensuring product excellence and driving quality improvements in a manufacturing environment Then join us in our mission to pioneer smarter solutions for moving and transforming water reducing energy consumption and enhancing quality of life for people.

As our new Senior Quality Technician you will be developing and leading Quality Control & Quality Assurance initiatives for Peerless products and production processes while championing continuous improvement efforts at our Indianapolis IN facility. Youll be part of a diverse supportive and inclusive culture that celebrates our differences and puts people first by fostering growth well-being and a sense of belonging.

What you will be doing

As a key part of the Quality Management team youll create impact by Driving significant reductions in Cost of Poor Quality and customer claims while ensuring our customers receive the highest quality Peerless products manufactured as efficiently as possible..

Your main responsibilities include:

• Provide direct quality technical support across incoming inspection machine shop assembly testing mount and paint areas ensuring robust QA/QC processes are deployed
• Operate Coordinate Measurement Machines (CMM) and hand gauges to determine part compliance; establish root cause investigations when production issues arise
• Develop and implement quality systems for new products and parts including inspection plans layout procedures and contributions to Material Review Board meetings
• Communicate with internal and external stakeholders on material disposition process vendor corrective action requests and supplier quality improvements
• Drive and manage continuous improvement efforts in production areas while maintaining statistical metrics for incoming inspection and in-process quality targets
• Mentor quality associates on measurement and inspection techniques promoting teamwork aligned with safety quality and continuous improvement standards

What makes you a great fit

Above all you are a detail-oriented quality professional with strong blueprint reading skills including GD&T hands-on CMM experience and a collaborative mindset for driving quality excellence in manufacturing.

We would also imagine that you have:

• High School Diploma or GED/HSE *required
• Associates degree in Engineering/Science (or 10 years of relevant Quality Control and detailed Measurement/Inspection experience in a manufacturing environment in lieu of degree)
• Strong blueprint reading skills including GD&T with proficiency in measuring equipment and practical knowledge of Coordinate Measurement Machines (CMM)
• Knowledge of process improvement techniques such as Poka-Yoke Lean and SPC along with strong understanding of machining techniques and gauge validation
• Computer proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and understanding of SAP transactions within logistics quality and production processes

It is a plus if you also:

• Operating experience using CALYPSO software on Zeiss Contura CMM (strongly preferred)
• Veterans with related MOS experience are strongly encouraged to apply
• Experience working directly with suppliers to achieve capable products and processes
  Youll also be available for travelling up to 13 days per year.

Why you will love working here

We care! Day to day you can look forward to:

• Annual bonuses health insurance and a strong focus on well-being activities.
• Three days additional paid leave for volunteering in your community.
• Access to on-demand training and learning sessions and carefully structured programs to pursue personal and professional development opportunities.
• We are inclusive! Celebrating and valuing our differences helps us see possibilities where others cant.
• We therefore welcome and encourage applications from all abilities experiences and backgrounds.

Are you ready to unlock possibilities at Peerless Apply today!

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Relocation for this position cannot be supported and qualified candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future. Sponsorship is not available for applicants for US Work visa status for this opportunity (no sponsorship is available for H-1B L-1 TN O-1 E-3 H-1B1 F-1 J-1 OPT CPT or any other employment-based visa.

The salary range for this position is $63100-$86565 (hourly non-exempt). Individual pay will be determined based on market location and the candidates profile. The range listed is just one component of Peerless Grundfoss total compensation and benefits package for employees. Total compensation includes paid time off paid holidays merit increases bonuses and employee stock purchase programs etc. Peerless Grundfos salary rates are benchmarked and reflect the target for new hire salaries for the position in Indianapolis Indiana.

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.