Who We Are:
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For more than 165 years, Mueller Water Products, Inc. has been building the future of water infrastructure. From lifesaving fire protection to data intelligence, we are committed to developing products and solutions that help cities and utilities deliver clean, safe drinking water to hundreds of millions of people across North America.
Our purpose is to connect communities to water, life’s most essential resource, with exceptional, people solutions and products. Behind that purpose is a dedicated team, united by our shared values of respect, integrity, trust, inclusion and safety. With a vision to be the leader in water infrastructure solutions—solving challenges, enriching lives and safeguarding the future—we are making a positive impact that will last for generations.
By joining Mueller, you become part of a dynamic team dedicated to excellence and innovation, working collaboratively to achieve meaningful results. We champion our people because when they succeed, our communities thrive. We invite you to learn more about career opportunities with us and consider submitting your application.
Foundry Production SupervisorMueller, the nation's leading manufacturer of flow control devices for the water and gas distribution industries, has an immediate opening in our Decatur, Illinois manufacturing plant for a Foundry Production Supervisor. The Decatur Operations established in 1857, manufacturers rugged and dependable devices used in industrial/commercial applications. Its products include brass water and steel gas valves, Water/Gas Line tapping machines, Line Stopper Fittings, tools, and controllers.
The Foundry Production Supervisor effectively plans and implements work for assigned production areas ensuring parts or materials and manpower are available for the shop to perform the work.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Plans engineering changes for assigned shops and coordinates into production when appropriate.
- Performs capacity analyses by specific work center and makes capital equipment recommendations.
- Implements flow manufacturing techniques where appropriate.
- Plan and lead the activities of production processes and personnel on various shifts during the manufacturing/assembly of products.
- Partner with the Production Manager, Production Planning, and Materials departments to establish production priorities and plans.
- Direct production operations in accordance with established priorities and sequences for manufacturing products using knowledge of production processes and methods, machine and equipment capabilities and skilled labor.
- Assist Quality Assurance and Manufacturing Engineering personnel in testing, troubleshooting, and modifying processes to improve production methods, equipment performance and quality of products.
- Meet or exceed goals established for safety, labor efficiencies, schedule attainment, scrap, rework, and any other production related goals.
- Initiate, suggest, and implement plans to motivate, empower, and develop workers to achieve work goals in a team environment.
- Supervise and assist in the set-up, operation, troubleshooting and maintenance of various automated machines, assembly equipment and/or machining centers.
- Obtain critically needed products from material as directed, performing any necessary operations / processes to expedite requirements toward production plans.
- Implement lean techniques and principles such as 5S, standardized work, waste identification and elimination, value stream mapping, team based multi-skilled workforce, one piece flow technology, visual factory concepts, and total productive maintenance.
- Provides other support to production and management as required.
Required Experience and/or Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in business, engineering, or related field or equivalent experience.
- 1-3 years of experience in manufacturing environment involving high speed machining.
- Foundry experience preferred.
- Outstanding PC/Systems knowledge and skills.
- Strong leadership, communications, and interpersonal skills with ability to interact with all levels of employees, customers, and outside professionals.
Salary/Pay Range:
The compensation range above reflects a good-faith estimate of starting base pay for full-time (40 hours per week) employment as of the date of posting. Individual compensation may vary depending on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, the role, professional experience, job-related skills, achievements, and/or work location. The range listed is only one component of the total compensation package offered to candidates.
Other Compensation & Benefits:
Mueller offers an excellent salary and benefits package. Current benefit offerings include medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401k plan with 5% Company match, Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), short-term and long-term disability benefits, vacation, 100% paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement program, student debt retirement matching, well-being program, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), company-provided life insurance, supplemental insurance at group rates, and more.
Equal Employment Opportunity:
Mueller Water Products, Inc., as well as its subsidiaries, are equal employment employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, and/or expression), age, national origin, disability, citizenship status (except as authorized by law), protected veteran status, genetic information, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In keeping with its obligations under applicable federal, state, and local law, Mueller will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation at any time during the application or interview process, please contact a member of the Human Resources Department.
Notice of E-Verify Participation:
This employer participates in E-Verify. E-Verify is a web-based system that allows employers to confirm the eligibility of their employees to work in the United States. The system compares information from an employee's Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, to data from U.S. Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration records. This notice applies to all applicants and employees, including those hired to work remotely.
Upon enrollment, employers participating in E-Verify are required to clearly display the Notice of E-Verify Participation and Right to Work posters in English and Spanish, both which may be accessed at the links provided below.
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Accommodation:
If you require accommodations during any stage of the application or interview process, please let us know. We are happy to work with you to meet your needs.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience
- 1-3 years of experience in a manufacturing environment involving high-speed machining
- Foundry experience
- Outstanding PC and systems knowledge and skills
- Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
- Ability to interact with employees, customers, and outside professionals at all levels
Mueller Water Products Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Mueller Water Products and has not been reviewed or approved by Mueller Water Products.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is positioned as broad, spanning medical, pharmacy, dental, and vision alongside HSAs/FSAs, EAP access, and virtual-care options. Recent enhancements are described across fertility support, hearing-aid coverage, medically necessary wigs, expanded virtual care, and reduced cost-sharing for some behavioral health services.
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Retirement Support — Retirement support is framed as strong, anchored by a 401(k) with up to a 5% company match. Ownership participation is also emphasized through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) referenced across company materials and postings.
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Strong & Reliable Incentives — Annual and incentive bonus opportunities are presented as common components of total compensation. Variable pay is portrayed as meaningful enough to be repeatedly paired with base pay when describing overall rewards.
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What We Do
Mueller Water Products, Inc. (NYSE: MWA) is a leading manufacturer and marketer of products and services used in the transmission, distribution and measurement of water. Our broad product and services portfolio includes engineered valves, fire hydrants, metering products and systems, pipe repair, leak detection and pipe condition assessment. We help municipalities increase operational efficiencies, improve customer service and prioritize capital spending, demonstrating why Mueller Water Products is Where Intelligence Meets Infrastructure™.
