Manufacturing Quality Manager

Location: Falconer, NY

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 Aerospace is a first-tier supplier to the global aviation industry and much more. We design & manufacture complex, high performance, high-value bearings in steel and advanced ceramics. Our production group, technologies, and products are at the heart of aerospace industry and the world’s leading aircraft jet engine & gearbox manufacturers at our Falconer, NY location.

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:
As the Quality Manager, you will provide support to other SKF facilities such as Charleston, Venture Aero bearings, and Colebrook. You will have the opportunity to implement goal setting, performance reviews, and salary plans. This position will be the designated management representative of the QMS, ensuring that all aspects of the QMS are compliant to AS9100 requirements. The Ideal candidate will have experience and extensive understanding of the Quality Management System (QMS) and customer specifications.

SKF Falconer produces bearings and components for the aero engine and helicopter sub segments. SKF Falconer is a key unit within SKF Aerospace. The Falconer site also hosts people reporting to the Aerospace NA Sales unit, Aerospace RDE engineering, and testing teams, plus various Business Unit staff functions.

 
Responsibilities Include but Not Limited to: 

• Act as the management representative of the QMS.
• Ensure all aspects of the QMS are compliant to AS9100 requirements.
• Manage Quality Department including Quality Assurance, Supplier Quality, Nondestructive Testing, and First Article Inspection Reports.
• Oversee the control of measuring and testing equipment and calibration.
• Ensure Quality Management System (QMS) and customer specifications are maintained.
• Implement goal setting, performance reviews, and salary plans.
• Coordinate customer audits, third party audits, internal audits.
• Ensure control of nonconforming material, inspector certifications, returned goods, and corrective action 8-disciplines of problem-solving system.
• Interface with SKF Group Quality, including internal audits, customer complaints reporting, and maintenance of the QMS database.
• Ensure consistent quality of production.
• Implement automated manufacturing practice (GAMP) systems, validating processes, and provide documentation.
• Review customer satisfaction results and implement continuous improvement efforts.
• Provide support to other SKF facilities.

Job Requirements:

• Bachelors degree in Engineering or equivalent work experience.
• Quality managerial experience and 3-5 years of relevant work experience is desired.
• Candidates with equivalent education and experience will be considered.
• Prior experience with quality systems.
• Experience in the use of PCs, (including Word, Excel, and Power Point), COM, XA, and Cognos Impromptu a plus.
• AS9100 and Nadcap experience preferred.
• Due to the nature of the business, each candidate must be a US Citizen. 

Desired Skills and Attributes:

• Customer-First Mentality.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and build a collaborative environment.
• Works collaboratively, maintaining proper communication in a cross-functional manufacturing environment.
• Collaborative problem-solving skills within a team environment. 
• Highly organized, analytical, and detail oriented.
• Extensive understanding of the Quality Management System (QMS) and customer specifications.

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: Factory Manager  
Location: Falconer, NY
Job ID: 18310

Pay $104000 to $125000 per year


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