We’re Watts. Together, we’re reimagining the future of water.
We feel proud every day about what we do. We're all part of the same crucial mission, no matter what function we support -- it's to provide safe, clean water for the world, and to protect our planet's most valuable resource.
What we do:
For 150 years, Watts has built best-in-class products that are trusted by customers in residential and commercial settings across the world. We are at the forefront of innovation, working with cutting-edge technology to provide smart and connected, sustainable water solutions for the future. Watts is a leading brand with a quality reputation — and we have a dynamic future ahead.
As a member of the Quality and Production Engineering team the Sr. Production Engineer function is to provide support to daily operations including planning and design for manufacturing processes, floor documentation of revisions and maintenance, workflow efficiency, standard work, visual factory, and continuous improvement activities. Also, you will provide technical expertise and leadership for the evaluation and development of manufacturing and suppliers with expertise in quality, cost and logistics. You will ensure that manufacturing sustains the business requirements , and you'll monitor the ongoing operations of outsourcing projects.
You Will:
Maximize product line efficiency by analyzing equipment layout, workflow, assembly methods, and workforce utilization , while driving quality improvements.
Implement Engineering Change Orders, including process control documentation, tooling, and operator training.
Promote safety awareness by designing processes with operator safety in mind, and support 5S and visual factory activities.
Lead standard work and cell design initiatives using Lean manufacturing tools, and develop visual aids to support process consistency.
Collaborate with Buyer/Planner to reduce material costs and work on supplier quality and development.
Design tooling to enhance manufacturing efficiency and reliability.
Drive continuous improvement efforts by identifying alternative methods and materials to improve quality, cost, and manufacturability.
Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements (e.g., UL, ASME) and integrate standards into product lines .
Be a subject matter expert in quality, lean manufacturing, and safety.
Conduct quality audits, process non-conforming product reports, and participate in Material Review Boards.
Support Manufacturing in enhancing cost, quality, and throughput, and oversee the Quality System Plan and Production System.
You Have:
Engineering degree in Manufacturing, Industrial, Mechanical Engineering or similar.
5+ years Production/Manufacturing/Quality Engineering experience
Experience with Lean Manufacturing
ASME experience preferred .
Physical Requirements:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk, talk, and/or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, sit, and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include: close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment:
Work in both office and manufacturing environment. May occasionally be required to perform job duties outside the typical office setting.
Watts in it for you :
Please note that the following benefits apply only to permanent roles and do not apply to internship roles.
Competitive compensation based on your skills, qualifications and experience
Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits
Family building benefits, including paid maternity/paternity leave
10 paid holidays and Paid Time Off
Continued professional development opportunities and educational reimbursement
Additional perks such as fitness reimbursements and employee discount programs
Learn more about our benefit offerings here:
How we work:
At Watts, our culture is team-oriented and supportive. Employees here genuinely care about the quality of their work, and about each other. Our people are the heart of who we are and contribute to our longevity and continued success.
And this is a place where you can have a big career. No matter your role, there are opportunities for learning and development, and your daily contributions make a meaningful impact on the lives of people who use our products and on the future of water.
Watts is committed to equal employment opportunity. We follow a policy of administering all employment decisions and personnel actions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy, national origin, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, genetic disposition or carrier status, marital status, military or veteran status, minorities, or any other category protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Consistent with the obligations of state and federal law, Watts will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Any employee who needs a reasonable accommodation should contact Human Resources.