Pentair · 4 hours ago
Quality Team Lead – Hanover Park, IL
Hanover Park, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$25.34/hr - $36.20/hr
3+ years expPentair is a global company dedicated to improving lives and the environment through innovative water solutions. They are seeking a Quality Team Lead to provide leadership for the Quality team, resolve quality issues, and drive continuous improvement in product and processes.
ElectronicsIndustrial ManufacturingManufacturingWater
Responsibilities
Lead investigations and resolve internal nonconformances, customer complaints, and supplier concerns using disciplined problem-solving techniques (8D, DMAIC, root cause analysis, FMEA, corrective/preventive actions, and control of non-conforming material)
Monitor raw material, in-process, and finished goods against customer and regulatory requirements, and resolve daily quality issues for assigned value streams
Facilitate and manage continuous improvement teams to improve safety, reduce variance, and drive down cost of quality metrics (DPPM, scrap, cost of poor quality)
Maintain and analyze quality scorecard metrics, record product quality levels, and report trends to drive proactive improvements
Assist in validation of processes associated with operational improvement
Create, modify, and implement sampling plans, quality standards, and process control instructions
Lead teams, projects, and participate in project management activities
Assist in preparing work schedules for Quality staff
Provide training for quality technicians and operators as required
Ensure a clean and safe working environment, emphasize prevention of hazardous conditions and support established safety programs
Qualification
Required
3+ years of experience in a quality or team lead capacity
Associate's degree or equivalent experience
Ability to manage complexity in fast-paced manufacturing environments
Be able to work overtime on a regular basis
Be able to lift frequently 10-15 pounds and infrequently 25-50 pounds, as well as regularly bend and reach
Be comfortable with frequently walking in a warehouse, as well as working around machinery and lift truck traffic
Self-directed with strong troubleshooting and problem resolution skills
Strong project management abilities
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Effective collaboration and team facilitation skills
Customer-first mindset with accountability and respectful teamwork
Strong work ethic and commitment to honest, ethical business practices
Preferred
ASQ certification a plus
Experience in a fast-paced, high-volume manufacturing environment preferred
Proficiency with JD Edwards inventory system and AS/400 or similar MRP systems
Skilled in Excel and Minitab (or equivalent) for data manipulation and analysis
Working knowledge of ISO9001; auditor experience a plus
Experience with AIAG core requirements (PPAP, APQP, FMEA, MSA, SPC) highly preferred
Strong background in statistical/mathematical analysis and scientific techniques for decision-making
Ability to use precision measurement instruments (calipers, micrometers, height gauges, comparators)
Experience with Vision Measuring tools and CMM equipment for blueprint/dimension evaluation
Basic knowledge of Lean manufacturing principles, including Kanban
Benefits
Health benefits
A generous 401(k)
Employee stock purchase program
Disability benefits
Life insurance
Critical illness insurance
Accident insurance
Parental leave
Caregiver leave
Tuition reimbursement
Paid time off
Wellness programs to encourage a healthy work/life balance
Company
Pentair
Pentair produces water disposal pumps, filter housings, valves, tanks, and commercial pool equipment.
5001-10000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown2016-08-18Acquired
1973-05-02IPO
Leadership Team
John Stauch
President and Chief Executive Officer
Bob Fishman
Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer and Chief Accounting Officer
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