Quality Control Technician

Xylem is a Fortune 500 global water solutions company dedicated to advancing sustainable impact and empowering the people who make water work every day. As a leading water technology company with 23000 employees operating in over 150 countries Xylem is at the forefront of addressing the worlds most critical water challenges. We invite passionate individuals to join our team dedicated to exceeding customer expectations through innovative and sustainable solutions.

Job Summary:

We are seeking a detail-oriented Quality Technician to support final product testing inspection and calibration management. This role is responsible for ensuring finished products meet established quality and performance standards prior to release as well as evaluating incoming products to ensure requirements meet specification. This role will also coordinate calibration schedules with outside services and manage status of tools requiring calibration. The ideal candidate will have strong testing troubleshooting and documentation skills with the ability to work collaboratively across production engineering and customer support teams.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform final inspection and testing of finished products prior to shipment or release

• Conduct visual functional mechanical and electrical testing in accordance with established procedures

• Verify products meet quality standards specifications and acceptance criteria

• Receive inspect log and evaluate incoming products and components

• Diagnose failures identify nonconformances and document findings accurately

• Determine appropriate disposition of materials including pass fail rework repair or scrap

• Support Engineering in root cause investigations related to product failures customer complaints and returns

• Maintain accurate quality records test reports and system transactions

• Confirm repaired or reworked items meet quality requirements before release

• Maintain test equipment measuring devices and fixtures in safe and proper working condition

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve product and process quality issues

• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives aimed at reducing defects and return rates

• Comply with all company safety quality and operational policies and procedures

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED required; associate degree or technical certification preferred

• 2 years of experience in quality inspection manufacturing testing and final inspection

• Experience performing product testing and inspection in a manufacturing or technical environment

• Ability to read and interpret work instructions technical documents drawings and specifications

• Familiarity with measuring tools inspection devices and basic test equipment

• Strong attention to detail problem-solving ability and organizational skills

• Proficiency with basic computer applications and data entry systems

• Effective written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to work independently and in a team environment

Preferred Qualifications:

• 4 years of experience with end-of-line or final product testing

• Knowledge of nonconformance reporting CAPA and root cause analysis methods

• Familiarity with ISO-based quality systems (ISO13485)

• Experience with electrical mechanical or electromechanical products

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand walk bend and lift during the workday

• Ability to lift and move products/materials up to50pounds

• Ability to use hands and fingers to operate tools instruments and test equipment

• Visual ability to inspect parts read labels and review documentation

Work Environment:

• Manufacturing and warehouse

• Will require use of personal protective equipment (PPE) as directed

• Exposure to production equipment test stations and returned materials

The estimated pay range for this position is $24/hr. to $28/hr.. Starting pay is dependent on multiple factors such as skills experience and work location. At Xylem we offer a competitive compensation package with a generous benefits package including Medical Dental and Vision plans 401(k) with company contribution paid time off paid parental leave and tuition reimbursement.

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 we recognize the power of inclusion and belonging in driving innovation and allowing us to compete more effectively around the world.