Quality Team Lead – Hanover Park, IL

Pentair•Hanover Park, IL

2d•$25 - $36•Onsite

About The Position

Quality Team Lead – Hanover Park, IL At Pentair, you will work alongside passionate problem-solvers who are committed to the future of our planet. We put our purpose into practice, inspiring people to move, improve and enjoy life’s essential resources for happier, healthier lives. From our residential and business water solutions to our sustainable innovations and applications, our 9,750 global employees serve customers in more than 150 countries, working to help improve lives and the environment around the world. We have an opportunity for a Quality Team Lead to join our Hanover Park, IL team. You will report to the site Quality Manager and will aid in providing leadership for the Quality team in the resolution of problems and continuous improvement of product, processes, and the Quality management system. The Quality Team Lead documents quality levels by performing dimensional, visual, and system auditing of incoming and internally produced material to ensure conformance with the company’s quality standards. This role leads quality technicians across various shifts and acts as a liaison between the Quality Manager and Quality Technicians.

Requirements

3+ years of experience in a quality or team lead capacity
Associate’s degree or equivalent experience
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
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

Nice To Haves

ASQ certification a plus
Experience in a fast-paced, high-volume manufacturing environment preferred
Working knowledge of ISO9001; auditor experience a plus
Experience with AIAG core requirements (PPAP, APQP, FMEA, MSA, SPC) highly preferred

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.
Perform other duties as assigned