Quality Assurance Specialist

We're Watts. Together, we're reimagining the future of water.

We feel proud every day about what we do. We're all part of the same crucial mission, no matter what function we support -- it's to provide safe, clean water for the world, and to protect our planet's most valuable resource.

What we do:

For 150 years, Watts has built best-in-class products that are trusted bycustomers in residential and commercial settings across the world.We areat theforefront of innovation, working with cutting-edge technology to provide smart andconnected, sustainable water solutions for the future. Watts is a leading brand with aquality reputation - and we have a dynamic future ahead.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

• Performs visual, dimensional and functional inspections of assemblies and components.
• Lead & organize the Material Review Board (MRB) updates in the cage with internal and external participants.
• Coordinate and report-out on Supplier Incoming Discrepancy Report (IDR) and Customer/Process Issues (PI) investigations and updates.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for customers to identify root cause of quality issues.
• Observes and sign-off on air and hydrostatic tests.
• Data entry of quality and product updates into the ERP system QAD as needed.
• Conduct analytical tests at various stages of manufacturing and packaging to ensure compliance with standards
• Approve batches for packaging and conforming finished product for shipment and places non-conforming product on hold for further analysis
• Complete corresponding transactions in ERP System
• File and maintain retained samples
• Calibrate, clean, and maintain laboratory equipment and instrumentation
• Prepare reagents and solutions for use in testing
• Perform Laboratory test such as Acid Digestion and Titration
• Escalate any non-conformances through proper channels
• Compares tests reports to specifications.
• Follow all required safety protocols when handling lab chemicals
• Organize and file associated inspection records.
• Assists in investigation of process related quality issues.
• Initiates non-conforming material reports and hold tags.
• Organizes work area for efficient workflow.
• Participate in the effort to develop, document and sustain Standard Work, and develop visual aids.
• Ensure compliance and integration of regulatory requirements, (UL, ASME, WQA etc.) into product line as defined by management, engineering, sales and marketing.
• Perform quality audits on finished units / batches and work in process.
• Maintain logs and records in accordance with Quality System requirements.
• Monitor and perform tasks according to the calibration procedure.
• Perform other assigned duties as needed.

EDUCATION: High School Diploma or Equivalent.

MANAGEMENT: This position has no direct reports.

QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS:

• Minimum of 5 years Manufacturing experience in Production or Quality Assurance
• ASME or WQA experience preferred
• Lab experience preferred
• Experience in Root Cause analysis processes
• ASQ Knowledge - preferred
• Problem solving skills
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing preferred

*PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk, talk, and/or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, sit, and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include: close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

*WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Work in both office and manufacturing environment
• May occasionally be required to perform job duties outside the typical office setting

OTHER JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Travel Required: Less than 10%

*As required by the Americans Disabilities Act (ADA)

Watts in it for you:

Please note that the following benefits apply only to permanent roles and do not apply to internship roles.

• Competitive compensation based on your skills, qualifications and experience
• Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits
• Family building benefits, including paid maternity/paternity leave
• 10 paid holidays and Paid Time Off
• Continued professional development opportunities and educational reimbursement
• Additional perks such as fitness reimbursements and employee discount programs
• Learn more about our benefit offerings here: https://tapintowattsbenefits.com/

How we work:

At Watts, our culture is team-oriented and supportive. Employees here genuinely care about the quality of their work, and about each other. Our people are the heart of who we are and contribute to our longevity and continued success.

And this is a place where you can have a big career. No matter your role, there are opportunities for learning and development, and your daily contributions make a meaningful impact on the lives of people who use our products and on the future of water.

Watts is committed to equal employment opportunity. We follow a policy of administering all employment decisions and personnel actions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy, national origin, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, genetic disposition or carrier status, marital status, military or veteran status, minorities, or any other category protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Consistent with the obligations of state and federal law, Watts will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Any employee who needs a reasonable accommodation should contact Human Resources.