Quality/Final Inspector   Indianapolis [1st shift, onsite]

Come join a team that makes a difference here and around the world!

Peerless Pump Company, an Indianapolis based subsidiary of Grundfos, is seeking an experienced Final Inspector to join its Quality team.

Why Peerless?

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.  With competitive benefits and a strong emphasis on development, growth, and innovation, Peerless employees come seeking a job but stay to build a career.

Relocation for this position cannot be supported and qualified candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future.  Sponsorship is not available for applicants for US Work visa status for this opportunity (no sponsorship is available for H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT, CPT or any other employment-based visa. 

The salary range for this position is $55,100-$73,430. Individual pay will be determined based on market location and the candidate’s profile. The range listed is just one component of Grundfos’s total compensation and benefits package for employees. Total compensation includes paid time off, paid holidays, merit increases, bonuses, and employee stock purchase programs, etc.  Grundfos salary rates are benchmarked and reflect the target for new hire salaries for the position in Indianapolis, Indiana.

What is the job about? 

The Quality/Final Inspector independently tests and inspects products at various stages of the production process with increasing focus on problem resolution.  Compiles and evaluates order requirements to determine and maintain quality and reliability of products.  This position reports to, and will take functional direction from, the Quality Supervisor and will operate daily out of the Indianapolis, IN facility (principally Mon-Fri, with occasional Saturdays).

Key Accountabilities / Responsibilities

Quality Control

• Inspect sales order components prior to shipping.
• Review factory orders and production samples.
• Inspect samples of all components prior to acceptance into stock and perform stock checks.
• Perform in process product audits and document test results.
• Assist in procedure compliance audit
• Evaluate corrective action and follow up on product audit results.

Document Creation and Maintenance

• Complete Final Inspection Checklist and provide feedback
• Maintain all quality control drawings and specification files.
• Review manufacturing techniques and results for conformance.
• Suggest quality/product improvements in written form.
• Create and mount order nameplates to product

Equipment Maintenance

Assist in the fabrication of specialized test fixtures, development of basic inspection instructions, and maintenance/calibration of test equipment.

Oversee equipment calibration and maintenance records in Final Inspection Area      

Key Success Factors

Supporting the production areas by checking the quality of operations upstream and protecting the customer from negative impacts of poor quality and efficiently addressing any issues that may impact the quality or timeliness of deliveries.          

Posting, Reporting, and Work Relations

This position works as part of the Quality Team, and will continuously interface with Production, Shipping, Stores, Customer Support, Applications Engineering, and Sales.       

Your background

We imagine that you have:  

• High School diploma, GED/HSE, HiSET or equivalency *required
• Associate’s degree in Engineering/Science *much preferred.
• 1 - 3 years experience in product assembly or related field; or equivalent combination of education, training and experience *preferred
• 3-5 years of Quality Measurement Inspection experience *plus
• Operating experience using CALYPSO software on Zeiss Contura CMM desired. *plus
• Veterans with related technical MOS experience are strongly encouraged to apply. *much preferred   

• Competencies

• Knowledge of common hand tools, shop equipment, and inspection tools.
• Ability to interpret blue prints.
• Must be able to read, write, and speak effectively.
• Basic math skills.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Knowledge of SAP HANA or higher  

Work Conditions

• Regularly required to sit, stand, and walk.
• Frequently required to bend, stoop, twist, crouch, kneel, use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms
• Occasionally lift/push/pull and/or move up to 50 pounds. 
• Special equipment is to be used for items that are over 50 pounds.
• Able to work in non-climate controlled industrial factory environment.

Relocation for this position cannot be supported and qualified candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future.  Sponsorship is not available for applicants for US Work visa status for this opportunity (no sponsorship is available for H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT, CPT or any other employment-based visa.

What’s in it for you?

What are your goals? Here at Peerless it’s our mission to enable you develop and fulfil your aspirations, both career and personal. You’ll find that your fresh ideas will be welcomed and make a difference in how we conduct our business.

In addition, your day-to-day benefits as a regular, full-time employee include:

• 5 paid holidays
• paid time off for volunteering
• up to 20 paid vacation days a year accrued by date of hire
• Competitive medical, dental, and vision plans
• 401(k)-match program
• Annual bonuses, parental support, engaging team buildings
• Diverse, inclusive environment with employee-led forums offering colleagues a safe place to connect and share openly
• Long-term career development with regular dialogue, as well as continuous learning and development opportunities
• Access to the modern Grundfos Academy to pursue further both personal and professional development
• Diverse, inclusive environment with employee-led forums offering colleagues a safe place to connect and share openly

Do you want to learn more? 

If you have questions or would like to know more about this position, please contact Recruiter at bhummel@peerlesspump.com

If this job sounds interesting, please send your resume and cover letter by clicking “Apply”. 

We look forward to hearing from you.

If you would like to dig deeper into the Peerless universe, please visit us and check out why our employees are Peerless.  I am PEERLESS!

Peerless participates in E-verify and is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer.  All positions subject to post offer drug screening and background checks.

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