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.

Are you passionate about driving quality excellence and lean manufacturing to ensure customers receive the best-engineered pump products possible? Then join us in our mission to pioneer smarter solutions for moving and transforming water, reducing energy consumption, and enhancing quality of life for people.

As our new Quality Control Process Engineer, you will be developing and leading Quality Control & Quality Assurance initiatives for Peerless products and production processes, championing continuous improvement through lean manufacturing principles to ensure the highest product quality and most efficient operations. You'll be part of a diverse, supportive and inclusive culture, that celebrates our differences and puts people first by fostering growth, well-being, and a sense of belonging.

What you will be doing

As a key part of the Peerless Quality Engineering team, you'll create impact by Driving quality and continuous improvement across production areas, ensuring every Peerless pump that reaches our customers meets the highest standards of excellence.

Your main responsibilities include:

• Provide direct quality technical support for Assembly, Testing, Mount, and Paint areas, ensuring robust QA/QC processes are deployed and maintained
• Lead root cause investigations using structured problem-solving methods (5 Whys, 5W2H, Cause & Effect diagrams) and facilitate daily QRQC meetings
• Facilitate and participate in Kaizen events with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement in production areas
• Develop and implement quality systems for new products and parts, including inspection plans, layout procedures, and statistical process metrics
• Collaborate with suppliers and the Supplier Development team to achieve capable products and processes, managing corrective action requests
• Contribute to Material Review Board meetings and quality planning, establishing and maintaining procedures for quality-related tasks and processes

What makes you a great fit

Above all, you are a detail-oriented quality professional with strong problem-solving expertise, hands-on lean manufacturing experience, and the ability to lead cross-functional improvement initiatives in a production environment. We would also imagine that you have:

• 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 with proven use of 5 Whys, 5W2H, Cause & Effect diagrams, and Root Cause Analysis
• Practitioner-level experience in Lean manufacturing principles, including leading Kaizen activities
• Strong blueprint reading skills including GD&T, with proficiency in measuring equipment
• Ability to work in a hybrid schedule based out of the Indianapolis, IN facility (4 days onsite, 1 day remote).

It is a plus if you also:

• Practical knowledge of Coordinate Measurement Machines (CMM)
• Understanding of SAP transactions used within logistics, quality, and production processes
• Knowledge of process improvement techniques such as Poka-Yoke, SPC, and gauge validation

Please note that relocation for this position cannot be supported and qualified candidate must have the authorization to work in the USA without support.

The salary range for this position is $84,000 to $120,000. Individual pay will be determined based on market location and the candidate’s profile. The range listed is just one component of Grundfos’s & Peerless Pump Company total compensation and benefits package for employees. Total compensation includes paid time off, paid holidays, merit increases, bonuses, and employee stock purchase programs, etc. Certain roles are eligible to earn sales incentives based on revenue or utilization. To learn more about our benefits, please visit: Grundfos Benefits

Why you will love working here

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 employees include:

• 5 paid holidays; paid time off for volunteering; up to 20 paid vacation days. Vacation hours are accrued on a prorated basis, based on your hire date within the calendar year.
• Competitive medical, dental, and vision plans; 401(k)-match program.
• Annual bonuses, parental support, engaging team buildings.  

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.

Peerless is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Our hiring decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We encourage individuals of all backgrounds to apply. Learn more about your rights as an applicant. If you require an accommodation to complete your application or interview, please contact hrservices@grundfos.com. We are committed to providing a fair and accessible hiring process.