Quality Supervisor

Purpose

At Badger Meter, we're more than a leading global water technology company - we're innovators with a mission: to preserve and protect the world's most precious resource. For over 120 years, our trusted solutions have enabled our customers to optimize the delivery and use of water, maximize revenue and reduce waste. Every employee at Badger Meter is an important part of our success. Here, your work doesn't just move a business forward - it shapes a more sustainable future. We are committed to building a workplace where we celebrate differences, empower voices, and encourage fresh ideas that drive innovation.

What You Will Contribute

We're driven by a clear purpose: to protect the world’s most precious resource—water. As a global leader in flow measurement and control technologies, we combine innovation, sustainability, and a strong culture of continuous improvement to make a meaningful impact. We're looking for a hands-on Quality Supervisor to lead and elevate our site-level quality operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team of Quality Engineers and Quality Technicians, ensuring strong execution of inspection, testing, and quality engineering activities
• Champion a safe work environment and actively support site safety initiatives
• Ensure consistent execution of Quality Management System (QMS) requirements, including procedures, work instructions, and documentation
• Support new product launches and product changes through APQP activities, including PFMEA, control plans, and launch readiness
• Oversee nonconformance and CAPA processes, ensuring effective root cause analysis, corrective actions, and sustainable solutions
• Drive Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) activities to ensure readiness and compliance before product release
• Lead cross-functional efforts to resolve quality issues impacting Safety, Delivery, and Customer satisfaction
• Ensure effective execution of incoming, in-process, and final inspections
• Support calibration and measurement systems to ensure accuracy and compliance
• Utilize Lean, Six Sigma, and structured problem-solving tools (8D, A3, etc.) to improve performance
• Monitor quality metrics (SQDCE), identify trends, and drive improvements aligned to business goals
• Coach, mentor, and develop team members to build capability, engagement, and consistency
• Participate in internal audits and support compliance with ISO 9001, AS9100, and ISO 17025 standards
• Partner with Operations and Engineering to support process improvements, production changes, and equipment qualifications

Qualifications

• Education & Experience: Bachelor’s degree in Quality, Engineering, Manufacturing, or related field preferred
• 5+ years of experience in quality, manufacturing, or engineering roles
• Prior leadership or supervisory experience preferred
• Experience supporting new product introduction or process changes in manufacturing environments

Skills

• Strong understanding of APQP and core quality tools (PFMEA, Control Plans, MSA, SPC)
• Working knowledge of Quality Management Systems (ISO 9001, AS9100, ISO 17025)
• Experience with root cause analysis, nonconformance management, and CAPA
• Familiarity with Lean, Six Sigma, or World-Class Manufacturing (certification a plus)
• Strong data analysis skills with the ability to translate findings into actionable insights
• Effective communicator and coach with strong leadership presence
• Ability to balance hands-on problem solving with team leadership responsibilities in a fast-paced environment

Total Rewards

Competitive Pay
Annual Bonus
Eligible for Annual Pay Increases
Comprehensive Health, Vision, and Dental Coverage
15 days Paid Time Off + 11 Paid Holidays
Two Ways to Save for Retirement: Badger Meter contributes 25 cents for every dollar you contribute to the plan, up to 7% of your eligible compensation. In addition to the match, the company will also contribute 5% of your eligible compensation to your Defined Contribution account on an annual basis.
Additional access to a certified financial planner to help ensure your money is working for you, at no cost!

Benefits

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Basic Group Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability
• More...

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