Manufacturing Quality Engineer

Manufacturing Quality Engineer

Location: Falconer, NY
Salary Range: $64,000 to $77,000

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.

Summary:

SKF Aerospace, a leader in aviation related bearings, is looking for talented individuals for its largest factory located in Falconer, NY. Our 400+ employees produce components and bearings for engine and gearboxes for the Aerospace industry, as well as industrial & commercial applications. We currently have new challenges and opportunities including: complex changes in aeroengine bearing design and manufacture, optimization of our multimillion dollar Heat Treatment facility as well as implementation of Business Excellence (LEAN) & other flow management programs.

We are looking for a Quality Engineer for our Falconer, NY operation. This position reports to the Manufacturing Engineering Manager and will be responsible for all facets of quality support to manufacturing which includes interpretation, execution & adherence to quality processes & procedures. Primary responsibilities of this position is direct engineering support to the manufacturing operations, employee training on quality systems including measurement & inspection methodologies, prototype inspection design, monitoring & control of nonconforming materials; as well as quality improvement project management.

Responsibilities:

• Performs as an engineer (technical assignment).
• Gage and measurement technique/design.
• Evaluation of quality deviations reports for parts that may result in scrap, rework or other permissible action.
• Programming of CMM (Coordinate Measuring Machine) & other programmable measuring equipment. Defines proper manufacturing process steps for new and existing engineered products. Familiarity with Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing is preferable.
• Tracks variances and performs root cause analysis, implementing corrections & countermeasures as needed to improve standards.
• Develops standard manufacturing processes to minimize process and quality variations (standard work) while capturing critical knowledge & data for future use.
• Maintains product and company reputation by understanding and complying with government regulations and company policies.
• Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies.
• Project management.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• The primary source for this position is a degreed mechanical or industrial engineer or related equivalent training. Experience in hardened steel component fabrication desired
• Technically adept, able to comprehend & articulate well in mechanical engineering type areas
• Good analytical, problem solving and organization skills- RCFA skill is a given
• Strong drive and persistence- full of energy
• Strong oral & written communication skills
• Proficient in reading and interpreting documents such as manufacturing prints, operating & maintenance instructions, and procedures/manuals.
• Competent with MS Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook, Visio, etc.)
• Understand and perform work in a safe and helpful manner.

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.

Diversity in the Workplace.?At SKF, 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!

Reports to: Manufacturing Engineer Manager
Location: Falconer, NY
Job ID: 20937

SKF provides equal employment [and affirmative action] opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.

By applying to this job you acknowledge how SKF treats candidate data. Click HERE to review the SKF Data Privacy Consent Statement.