Quality Control Process Engineer

About the role

Peerless Pump Company, an Indianapolis-based subsidiary of Grundfos, is seeking an experienced Heavy Assembler II to join its Vertical Turbine Pump Assembly team. Founded in 1923, Peerless Pump Company is a US-based manufacturer of horizontal and vertical centrifugal pumps for fire, industrial, and municipal applications. With pump installations in 145 countries, Peerless is globally recognized for engineering tough, reliable, and versatile pump solutions with extensive flow and pressure capabilities. From our production facilities in Indianapolis and Houston to our service centers in Lubbock and Fresno, Peerless pumps are designed to protect people and property from fire and to bring water where it’s needed most. Our product quality is second to none, but it’s our people who’ve made us Peerless for over 100 years. Our legacy of innovation is fueled by attracting, training, and retaining employees from diverse backgrounds.

Responsibilities

As a key part of the Quality Management team, you'll create impact by Driving significant reductions in Cost of Poor Quality and customer claims while improving production efficiency through robust quality systems and root cause problem solving.

• Provide direct quality technical support for Assembly, Testing, Mount, and Paint areas, ensuring robust QA/QC processes are deployed and issues are mitigated proactively
• Lead root cause investigations using structured problem-solving methods (5 Why's, 5W2H, Cause & Effect diagrams) and facilitate daily QRQC meetings
• Develop and implement quality systems for new products and parts, including inspection plans, layout procedures, and statistical process controls
• Perform internal and external Quality System audits and contribute to Material Review Board meetings
• Collaborate with suppliers and the Supplier Development team to achieve capable products and processes, including managing vendor corrective action requests
• Drive continuous improvement efforts in production areas and maintain statistical metrics for in-process quality targets

Qualifications

Above all, you are a detail-oriented quality professional with strong problem-solving skills, hands-on manufacturing knowledge, and the ability to communicate effectively across cross-functional teams.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Science *much preferred
• Associate's degree in Engineering or Science, or a minimum of 10 years of relevant experience in quality control, problem solving, and detailed inspection techniques
• Strong problem-solving background including 5 Why's, 5W2H, Cause & Effect diagrams, and Root Cause Analysis methodologies
• Strong blueprint reading skills including GD&T, with proficiency in measuring equipment and practical knowledge of Coordinate Measurement Machines (CMM)
• Knowledge of Lean manufacturing principles and process improvement techniques (Poka-Yoke, SPC)

Skills

It is a plus if you also:

• Understanding of SAP transactions used within logistics, quality, and production processes
• Strong knowledge of machining techniques and gauge validation
• Experience facilitating QRQC or similar structured quality response programs

Benefits

We care! Day to day, you can look forward to:

• Annual bonuses
• Health insurance and a strong focus on well-being activities
• Three days' additional paid leave for volunteering in your community
• Access to on-demand training and learning sessions and carefully structured programs to pursue personal and professional development opportunities

Pay

The salary range for this position is $72,200-$102,165 (exempt). Individual pay will be determined based on market location and the candidate’s profile. Peerless Grundfos salary rates are benchmarked and reflect the target for new hire salaries for the position in Indianapolis, Indiana.