<p style="text-align:left;"><span>Xylem is a Fortune 500 global water solutions company dedicated to advancing sustainable impact and empowering the people who make water work every day. </span><span><span>As a leading water technology company with </span><span>23,000 employees</span><span> </span><span>operating</span><span> in over 150 countries, Xylem is at the forefront of addressing the world's most critical water challenges. We invite passionate individuals to join our team, dedicated to exceeding customer expectations through innovative and sustainable solutions.</span></span></p><p style="text-align:inherit;"></p><h3><b>Sensus, a Xylem brand, is hiring a Supplier Quality Engineer</b> (Industrial Engineer) ready to make a real impact. This is your opportunity to be on the front lines of technological excellence—driving supplier performance, reducing risk, and ensuring our customers receive world-class products every time.</h3><p></p><p></p><h3>You’ll take a proactive approach to quality, identifying potential failure points before they happen and leading root-cause investigations alongside cross-functional teams (CFTs). Partnering closely with Sourcing and Engineering, you’ll challenge suppliers, implement robust corrective actions, and push continuous improvement across the supply base. Your work will directly strengthen product reliability, accelerate innovation, and help us consistently exceed customer expectations.</h3><h3></h3><p></p><p></p><h3><b>Uniontown, PA Position is <span>hybrid</span> </b></h3><h3></h3><p></p><p></p><h3></h3><h3><b>The Role:</b>  Supplier Quality Engineer will execute their strategy of technological excellence and to increase focus on delighting customers. This role will support operational supplier quality success in relation to specific product quality concerns and new product development by categorizing suppliers and supplier quality auditing resources in the region by product types, performance, and expertise.  This role will support Site Quality Managers, XGP Supplier Quality, Engineering, and Customer Service to share auditing resources, establish supplier improvement programs, advise product development CTQs, establish gaging plans, and assure the voice of our customers translates to our supply base.</h3><h3></h3><h3></h3><h3></h3><div><h3><b>Essential Duties/Principal Responsibilities:</b></h3><ul><li><h3>Lead rapid response meetings with key participants to outline details, strategy, impact, and corrective and preventative actions while also providing daily and/or weekly status updates for key stakeholders. </h3></li><li><h3>Assist with conducting quality audits, identifying, documenting, and providing solutions for Non-Conformances (NCR's) Corrective Actions (CAR's) &amp; Preventive Actions (PAR's)</h3></li><li><h3>Knowledge of manufacturing process associated with plastic molding, metal stamping, machining, castings, painting, electro-plating, cables and printed circuit board assembly</h3></li><li><h3>Improve supplier quality performance by developing a Supplier Report Card with Sourcing and communicating with suppliers on a regular basis</h3></li><li><h3>Collaborate with Engineering and Product Management to identify and define CTQs, establish gaging plans for CTQs, and provide recommendations for suppliers on new products launches and sustaining engineering changes. </h3></li><li><h3>Partner with XGP to develop a Xylem and Supplier joint verification process on critical supplier receipts based on supplier performance. </h3></li><li><h3>Partner with Sourcing to implement supplier quality requirements during the Request for Quote process</h3></li><li><h3>Support new product launches to ensure suppliers can deliver to the required quality standards.</h3></li><li><h3>Support on-site or remote external audits for the MCS Operations Quality Team and monitor timely responses to audit findings, auditor requests, and escalates audit related risks.</h3></li><li><h3>Assure the Production Part Approval Process is in place and effective for supplier supplied parts.</h3></li><li><h3>Conduct and support rapid response problem solving initiatives for NA supplier risks with a strong sense of urgency.</h3></li><li><h3><b>Issue supplier score cards</b> and create a development plan for problem suppliers to support performance targets and monitor performance in meeting Sensus goals </h3></li><li><h3>Track operational supplier quality audits and supplier product quality spills.  Work with business unit leaders to resource and support supplier activities to resolve product quality defects and process non-conformances. </h3></li><li><h3>Support supplier assessment activities and assignments in collaboration with Xylem XGP and engage XGP in operational supplier quality activities when appropriate.</h3></li><li><h3>Recover costs from supplier-caused nonconformances.</h3></li><li><h3>Support company goals and objectives as required</h3></li></ul><h3></h3></div><h3><b>Requirements:   </b></h3><ul><li><h3>7+ years’ experience in manufacturing Quality environment</h3></li><li><h3>Bachelor’s Degree (Industrial Engineering) or equivalent relevant work experience  </h3></li><li><h3><b><span>Knowledge of manufacturing process associated with plastic molding, metal stamping, machining, castings, painting, electro-plating, cables and printed circuit board assembly</span></b></h3></li><li><h3>Possess strong decision-making, analytical and problem-solving, and negotiating skills</h3></li><li><h3>Knowledge of statistical techniques and statistical analysis software <b>(such as MiniTab)</b></h3></li><li><h3>Detailed working knowledge of ISO procedures and Quality Systems  </h3></li><li><h3>Knowledge in the areas of Engineering, Service, Manufacturing, and Quality  </h3></li><li><h3>Knowledge of basic quality topics and metrics like APQP, Statistical Process Control methods, 8D Methodology and Process Capability Index (CPK) is highly desirable  </h3></li><li><h3>Ability to provide informative and professional assistance when working with the  public/customers and co-workers and maintain positive interpersonal relationships which  encourage openness  </h3></li><li><h3>Demonstration of good oral and written communication skills with the flexibility and ability  to work with several areas and levels within the Company  </h3></li><li><h3>Ability to prioritize responsibilities and multi-task to develop and produce accurate,  professional and error-free documents on a timely basis  </h3></li><li><h3>Knowledge of Continuous Improvement methodology  </h3></li><li><h3>Ability to review &amp; approve corrective action analysis and product test plan review  </h3></li><li><h3>Willing to travel up to 40% to suppliers worldwide for audit &amp; development activities  </h3></li><li><h3>ASQ certification and IPC 610, IPC 620 a plus  </h3></li></ul><h3></h3><h3></h3><h3><b><span>Physical Demands: </span></b></h3><ul><li><h3>Physical requirements include: good vision and hearing; ability to stand and walk, lift and carry up to 35 pounds occasionally and/or 10 pounds occasionally; stoop, crouch, kneel reach for and handle items, pick, pinch or otherwise work with the fingers and use the fingertips to perceive attributes of objects such as size, shape and surface finish. </h3></li><li><h3>Work is performed in a typical manufacturing plant environment under the following conditions: noise, fumes, dust, and high voltage electric current.  Some duties are performed outdoors and may involve exposure to inclement weather conditions</h3></li></ul><h3></h3><p></p><p></p><h3></h3><h3>Xylem does not provide visa sponsorship for this position</h3><h3></h3><p></p><p></p><h3></h3><h3></h3><p></p><p></p><h3>The estimated salary range for this position is $90,000 to $105,000. Starting pay is dependent on multiple factors, such as skills, experience and work location, and is not typically at the top of the range.  At Xylem we offer a competitive compensation package with a generous benefit package, including Medical, Dental, Vision plans, 401(k) with company contribution, paid time off, paid parental leave and tuition reimbursement. </h3><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><h3>#LI-JRT05</h3><p></p><p><span><span>Join the global Xylem team to be a part of innovative technology solutions transforming water usage, conservation, and re-use. Our products impact public utilities, industrial sectors, residential areas, and commercial buildings, with a commitment to providing smart metering, network technologies, and advanced analytics for water, electric, and gas utilities. Partner with us in creating a world where water challenges are met with ingenuity and dedication; where</span></span><span> we recognize the power of inclusion and belonging in driving innovation and allowing us to compete more effectively around the world.</span></p><div><p style="text-align:inherit;"></p><p style="text-align:left;"><span><span>At Xylem, </span><span>you'll</span><span> not only contribute to solving water issues but also have the chance to make a difference through our paid Volunteer Program, Xylem Watermark. </span></span> <span>We prioritize our employees' well-being through inclusion and belonging as well as our Employee Resource Groups (ERG).</span> <span><span>Proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (including disability and veterans) and Affirmative Action workplace, Xylem fosters an inclusive environment free from discrimination or harassment.</span> </span></p></div><div><p style="text-align:inherit;"><span><span> </span></span><span> </span></p></div><div><p style="text-align:left;"><span><span>Please note that the information in this job description outlines the general nature of the position and is not an exhaustive list of duties. Xylem </span><span>is dedicated to providing</span><span> reasonable </span><span>accommodations</span><span> to enable all employees to perform their essential job functions. We reserve the right to </span><span>modify</span><span> this job description and assign </span><span>additional</span><span> duties as needed. Embrace the opportunity to be part of Xylem's transformative journey in shaping the future of water technology! #XylemCareers #GlobalImpact #WaterInnovation</span></span><span> </span></p></div>

<p>Xylem is the global leader in advanced technologies, solutions and services that address the world&rsquo;s biggest water challenges. We enable our customers to dramatically improve the way water and wastewater is used, managed, conserved, re-used and returned to nature. At every level, our global team is committed to access, equity, inclusion, and diversity. Our goal is for all our colleagues to be involved, respected, valued, connected, and free to bring their authentic selves and ideas. If you are excited and passionate about solving water, we want to hear from you.</p>

Supplier Quality Engineer

<p><span>Xylem is a Fortune 500 global water solutions company dedicated to advancing sustainable impact and empowering the people who make water work every day. </span><span><span>As a leading water technology company with </span><span>23,000 employees</span><span> </span><span>operating</span><span> in over 150 countries, Xylem is at the forefront of addressing the world's most critical water challenges. We invite passionate individuals to join our team, dedicated to exceeding customer expectations through innovative and sustainable solutions.</span></span></p><p></p><h3><b>Sensus, a Xylem brand, is hiring a Supplier Quality Engineer</b> (Industrial Engineer) ready to make a real impact. This is your opportunity to be on the front lines of technological excellence—driving supplier performance, reducing risk, and ensuring our customers receive world-class products every time.</h3><p></p><p></p><h3>You’ll take a proactive approach to quality, identifying potential failure points before they happen and leading root-cause investigations alongside cross-functional teams (CFTs). Partnering closely with Sourcing and Engineering, you’ll challenge suppliers, implement robust corrective actions, and push continuous improvement across the supply base. Your work will directly strengthen product reliability, accelerate innovation, and help us consistently exceed customer expectations.</h3><h3></h3><p></p><p></p><h3><b>Uniontown, PA Position is <span>hybrid</span> </b></h3><h3></h3><p></p><p></p><h3></h3><h3><b>The Role:</b>&nbsp;&nbsp;Supplier Quality Engineer will execute their strategy of technological excellence and to increase focus on delighting customers. This role will support operational supplier quality success in relation to specific product quality concerns and new product development by categorizing suppliers and supplier quality auditing resources in the region by product types, performance, and expertise.&nbsp; This role will support Site Quality Managers, XGP Supplier Quality, Engineering, and Customer Service to share auditing resources, establish supplier improvement programs, advise product development CTQs, establish gaging plans, and assure the voice of our customers translates to our supply base.</h3><h3></h3><h3></h3><h3></h3><div><h3><b>Essential Duties/Principal Responsibilities:</b></h3><ul><li><h3>Lead rapid response meetings with key participants to outline details, strategy, impact, and corrective and preventative actions while also providing daily and/or weekly status updates for key stakeholders.&nbsp;</h3></li><li><h3>Assist with conducting quality audits, identifying, documenting, and providing solutions for Non-Conformances (NCR's) Corrective Actions (CAR's) &amp; Preventive Actions (PAR's)</h3></li><li><h3>Knowledge of manufacturing process associated with plastic molding, metal stamping, machining, castings, painting, electro-plating, cables and printed circuit board assembly</h3></li><li><h3>Improve supplier quality performance by developing a Supplier Report Card with Sourcing and communicating with suppliers on a regular basis</h3></li><li><h3>Collaborate with Engineering and Product Management to identify and define CTQs, establish gaging plans for CTQs, and provide recommendations for suppliers on new products launches and sustaining engineering changes.&nbsp;</h3></li><li><h3>Partner with XGP to develop a Xylem and Supplier joint verification process on critical supplier receipts based on supplier performance.&nbsp;</h3></li><li><h3>Partner with Sourcing to implement supplier quality requirements during the Request for Quote process</h3></li><li><h3>Support new product launches to ensure suppliers can deliver to the required quality standards.</h3></li><li><h3>Support on-site or remote external audits for the MCS Operations Quality Team and monitor timely responses to audit findings, auditor requests, and escalates audit related risks.</h3></li><li><h3>Assure the Production Part Approval Process is in place and effective for supplier supplied parts.</h3></li><li><h3>Conduct and support rapid response problem solving initiatives for NA supplier risks with a strong sense of urgency.</h3></li><li><h3><b>Issue supplier score cards</b> and create a development plan for problem suppliers to support performance targets and monitor performance in meeting Sensus goals&nbsp;</h3></li><li><h3>Track operational supplier quality audits and supplier product quality spills. &nbsp;Work with business unit leaders to resource and support supplier activities to resolve product quality defects and process non-conformances.&nbsp;</h3></li><li><h3>Support supplier assessment activities and assignments in collaboration with Xylem XGP and engage XGP in operational supplier quality activities when appropriate.</h3></li><li><h3>Recover costs from supplier-caused nonconformances.</h3></li><li><h3>Support company goals and objectives as required</h3></li></ul><h3></h3></div><h3><b>Requirements: &nbsp;&nbsp;</b></h3><ul><li><h3>7+ years’ experience in manufacturing Quality environment</h3></li><li><h3>Bachelor’s Degree (Industrial Engineering) or equivalent relevant work experience &nbsp;</h3></li><li><h3><b><span>Knowledge of manufacturing process associated with plastic molding, metal stamping, machining, castings, painting, electro-plating, cables and printed circuit board assembly</span></b></h3></li><li><h3>Possess strong decision-making, analytical and problem-solving, and negotiating skills</h3></li><li><h3>Knowledge of statistical techniques and statistical analysis software <b>(such as MiniTab)</b></h3></li><li><h3>Detailed working knowledge of ISO procedures and Quality Systems &nbsp;</h3></li><li><h3>Knowledge in the areas of Engineering, Service, Manufacturing, and Quality &nbsp;</h3></li><li><h3>Knowledge of basic quality topics and metrics like APQP, Statistical Process Control methods, 8D Methodology and Process Capability Index (CPK) is highly desirable &nbsp;</h3></li><li><h3>Ability to provide informative and professional assistance when working with the &nbsp;public/customers and co-workers and maintain positive interpersonal relationships which &nbsp;encourage openness &nbsp;</h3></li><li><h3>Demonstration of good oral and written communication skills with the flexibility and ability &nbsp;to work with several areas and levels within the Company &nbsp;</h3></li><li><h3>Ability to prioritize responsibilities and multi-task to develop and produce accurate, &nbsp;professional and error-free documents on a timely basis &nbsp;</h3></li><li><h3>Knowledge of Continuous Improvement methodology &nbsp;</h3></li><li><h3>Ability to review &amp; approve corrective action analysis and product test plan review &nbsp;</h3></li><li><h3>Willing to travel up to 40% to suppliers worldwide for audit &amp; development activities &nbsp;</h3></li><li><h3>ASQ certification and IPC 610, IPC 620 a plus &nbsp;</h3></li></ul><h3></h3><h3></h3><h3><b><span>Physical Demands: </span></b></h3><ul><li><h3>Physical requirements include: good vision and hearing; ability to stand and walk, lift and carry up to 35 pounds occasionally and/or 10 pounds occasionally; stoop, crouch, kneel reach for and handle items, pick, pinch or otherwise work with the fingers and use the fingertips to perceive attributes of objects such as size, shape and surface finish.&nbsp;</h3></li><li><h3>Work is performed in a typical manufacturing plant environment under the following conditions: noise, fumes, dust, and high voltage electric current.&nbsp;&nbsp;Some duties are performed outdoors and may involve exposure to inclement weather conditions</h3></li></ul><h3></h3><p></p><p></p><h3></h3><h3>Xylem does not provide visa sponsorship for this position</h3><h3></h3><p></p><p></p><h3></h3><h3></h3><p></p><p></p><h3>The estimated salary range for this position is $90,000 to $105,000. Starting pay is dependent on multiple factors, such as skills, experience and work location, and is not typically at the top of the range. &nbsp;At Xylem we offer a competitive compensation package with a generous benefit package, including Medical, Dental, Vision plans, 401(k) with company contribution, paid time off, paid parental leave and tuition reimbursement.&nbsp;</h3><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><h3>#LI-JRT05</h3><p></p><p><span><span>Join the global Xylem team to be a part of innovative technology solutions transforming water usage, conservation, and re-use. Our products impact public utilities, industrial sectors, residential areas, and commercial buildings, with a commitment to providing smart metering, network technologies, and advanced analytics for water, electric, and gas utilities. Partner with us in creating a world where water challenges are met with ingenuity and dedication; where</span></span><span> we recognize the power of inclusion and belonging in driving innovation and allowing us to compete more effectively around the world.</span></p><div><p></p><p><span><span>At Xylem, </span><span>you'll</span><span> not only contribute to solving water issues but also have the chance to make a difference through our paid Volunteer Program, Xylem Watermark. </span></span> <span>We prioritize our employees' well-being through inclusion and belonging as well as our Employee Resource Groups (ERG).</span> <span><span>Proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (including disability and veterans) and Affirmative Action workplace, Xylem fosters an inclusive environment free from discrimination or harassment.</span>&nbsp;</span></p></div><div><p><span><span> </span></span><span>&nbsp;</span></p></div><div><p><span><span>Please note that the information in this job description outlines the general nature of the position and is not an exhaustive list of duties. Xylem </span><span>is dedicated to providing</span><span> reasonable </span><span>accommodations</span><span> to enable all employees to perform their essential job functions. We reserve the right to </span><span>modify</span><span> this job description and assign </span><span>additional</span><span> duties as needed. Embrace the opportunity to be part of Xylem's transformative journey in shaping the future of water technology! #XylemCareers #GlobalImpact #WaterInnovation</span></span><span>&nbsp;</span></p></div>

Supplier Quality Engineer

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