Quality Engineer

Due to the nature of the business, candidate must be a US Citizen
Location: Hanover or Lansdale, PA

About SKF:
SKF has been making the world spin since 1907!
SKF is an industry-leading manufacturer dedicated to a culture of belonging, where our people flourish in an equitable environment that promotes leadership development and career growth. SKF bearings played an integral role in helping Mars Rover collect rock and regolith samples on the planet's surface.

As an SKF team member, you will join 40,000 colleagues from more than 130 countries developing bearing technology and services that make rotation more reliable and sustainable. Sustainability is at the heart of everything we do. SKF aims to have net zero greenhouse gas emissions at all our production facilities by 2030.

SKF products keep vehicles rolling, power the machines that put food on your table, and even reach into the cosmos as part of the Mars rover mission. Founded in Sweden in 1907, today SKF is publicly traded on the Nasdaq Stockholm with annual sales in 2020 of approximately $10 billion.

Job Summary:
This position is responsible for providing leadership and support on assigned programs and projects ensuring the Company's products are manufactured in accordance with specifications. Serve as a liaison between customer, vendor (s), and company on quality-related concerns. This position will report to the quality manager (mounted products).

Responsibilities Include but Not Limited to:

• Develop and maintain supplier audit systems.
• Create and maintain Process Flow, Process Control Plans, and FMEA.
• Ensure adherence to the highest standards in castings, (gray / ductile iron, steel and aluminum), machining, paint, and assembly.
• Collaborate with suppliers to improve their quality processes and procedures.
• Focus on continuous improvement and operational excellence.
• Review and analyze supplier performance metrics.
• Identify areas for improvement and work collaboratively to address issues.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and implement quality assurance processes for incoming materials.
• Utilize Quality Management Systems.
• Investigate customer complaints and issue corrective actions.
• Lead root cause analysis investigations to prevent reoccurrence.
• Develop and maintain documentation including supplier quality manuals, quality plans, and reports.
• Review and approve supplier part submission; PPAP, ISIR, FAI.
• Facilitate the resolution of quality issues involving suppliers and internal teams to ensure customer satisfaction.
• Support new supplier qualifications, including initial assessments and ongoing performance monitoring.
• Participate in the development and review of specifications for castings.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and industry standards, including ISO 9001.
• Interface with Sales, Customer Solutions, and Applications Engineering.
• Communicate changes in production plan based on customer requirements.
• Assist with performing quarterly supplier reviews.
• Assist in product audits and supplier audits.
• Assist with customer returns (TER's).

Working Environment and Conditions:

• Office environment with regular visits to manufacturing and supplier facilities.
• Travel may be required up to 30% of the time.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally to supplier sites as needed.
• Must have valid USA Driver's License for travel purposes.

Job Education, Experience, and Qualifications:

• US Citizenship is required due to the nature of work.
• Bachelor's degree in Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field from an accredited university.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in quality engineering, with a focus on foundries, machining, paint processes and assembly.
• Proficiency in using quality tools such as FMEA, SPC, APQP, PPAP, and MSA.
• Familiarity with quality management systems such as ISO 9001, IATF 16949, or similar.
• Professional certification such as ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) is a plus.
• Demonstrated experience in supplier development and management.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Comprehensive understanding of casting processes, material properties, associated standards, and specifications.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to lead root cause analysis investigations and develop viable solutions.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work collaboratively with internal teams and suppliers.
• Experience working with global suppliers and understanding of international quality standards
• Knowledge of SKF Quality Management Systems.

What You'll Love About SKF:
Rest and Relaxation. Enjoy a generous PTO policy and 13 paid holidays.

Work/Life Integration. SKF supports work/life integration, home, family, community, personal well-being and health. Flexible work options available, depending on role.

SKF Celebrates Diversity in the Workplace. We strive to embed Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in everything we do. By developing a culture of belonging, our people can flourish; leading to an inclusive, equitable environment that promotes leadership, engagement and innovation.

Best in Class Benefits. SKF cares about the wellbeing of our employees. Comprehensive healthcare options to fit your needs and opt out payment. Added benefits include company paid life insurance, STD, LTD. Supplemental benefits include critical illness coverage, tuition reimbursement, employee discount programs, and much more!

Invest in your Future. Participate in our 401K program that boasts a 10% employer contribution: 100% match up to 5% of your elected contribution (100% Vested) plus an additional 5% company contribution.


Reports to: Quality Manager
Location: Hanover, PA
Job ID: 19185

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