New Product Development QA Manager
Mueller Water Products

Responsibilities:

• Designs, implements and maintains quality assurance protocols and methods for processing materials into partially finished or finished products.
• Conducts the planning, implementing and managing compliance of manufacturing and production processes with internal and external safety, quality and regulatory standards requirements for worldwide distribution.
• Handles design methods and procedures for inspecting, testing and evaluating the precision and accuracy of production processes, production equipment and finished products.
• Conducts analysis of reports and production data to identify trends and recommend updates or changes to quality standards and procedures when necessary.
• Develops methods for testing, sampling and training.
• Acts as internal consultant by providing technical guidance on most complex projects.
• Works with Plant quality inspectors to train and oversee their use of control forms, procedures, and correcting quality problems.
• Support all functional teams (Operations, Finance, Quality, Materials, Engineering, etc.) to deliver quality products in a cost effective manner.
• Provides support between teams to ensure successful product launches on time and on budget.
• Support the Smart manufacturing solution design and development to improve the factory target KPIs - OTTR, First Pass Yield, Cycle time, OEE, DLE, PPM etc.
• Assisting factory AME groups and site leaders with the identification of opportunities for improvement and standardization.
• Design and develop the proof of concept and propose technical solutions to senior leadership.
• Ensure NPD launch success, identify risks, handle escalations and work on implementation and postimplementation value realization for the business.
• Contribute to schedule creation and project resource assessment.
• Study product requirements and develop QA processes through researching, designing, modifying, and testing manufacturing methods and equipment and conferring with equipment manufacturers.
• Utilize FMEA, DFMEA and DOE's to drive continuous improvement in the manufacturing and engineering processes.
• Develop and mentor staff and technicians and provide strong developmental support.

Position Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality or related field, or equivalent relevant work experience.
• 5+ years' professional experience in QA or similar with a manufacturing industry experience in new product development. (NPD)
• New Product Development and testing experience.
• Prior background with and knowledge of Quality Management Systems. (QMS)
• Former experience with and ability to apply statistical analysis tools.
• Hands-on test development and qualification, along with participation in design reviews, design verification, and validation testing.
• Evaluation and processing of design change qualifications, assisting with the development of product specifications.
• Risk evaluation and assessment, including data collection and statistical analysis as well as review of Engineering protocols and reports.
• Composition and submission of protocols and reports if applicable, as well as other QMS or other Quality-related responsibilities as assigned.
• Must be a team player able to work in a fast-paced environment with demonstrated ability to handle multiple competing tasks and demands.
• Strong communication skills; oral, written and presentation.
• Strong organization, planning and time management skills to achieve results.
• Strong personal and professional ethical values and integrity.
• Holds self-accountable to achieving goals and standards.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office programs. (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel)
• Strong interpersonal & collaboration skills to work effectively with all levels of the organization including suppliers and/or external customers.

Preferred:

• Quality Engineer Certification.
• Lean/Six Sigma Training and/or Certification.
• Minitab or other statistical program experience.
• Design Tolerance Analysis and methods.
• Familiarity with Solid Works / CAD.

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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