Quality Engineer

RBC Bearings; Torrington (CT); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

RBC Bearings in Torrington, CT seeks a QA/Quality Management professional to implement and maintain the QMS under the QA Manager. You will manage projects, launch new programs and partner with Applications Engineers, supplier development and inspection teams to ensure customer specifications are met.

The role emphasizes Advanced Quality Planning, PFMEA, control plans and MSA activities, along with supplier surveillance and continuous improvement across manufacturing processes.

Qualifications

• BS/AS with experience in QA, Engineering or manufacturing environments.
• Willingness to travel ~5%.

Responsibilities

• Lead project management to ensure timely completion of all projects.
• Drive program launches with Advanced Quality Planning and PFMEA, Control Plans, and MSA studies.
• Collaborate with Purchasing on supplier development and quality improvements for RBC-API.
• Refine first article and source inspection processes to minimize errors and corrective actions.
• Conduct internal and external QMS/process audits and supplier surveillance with data-driven metrics.
• Perform failure analysis of customer rejections and troubleshoot non-conformances.

Skills

ISO/AS9100 compliance

FAA standards

Statistical analysis

GD&T

APQP/PPAP/PCD

Gage R&R

Precision measurement

Project management

Education

BS degree preferred or AS degree + 5 years experience

Job description

This position is responsible for the implementing the Quality Management System under the direction of the Quality Assurance Manager to assure that all products manufactured by the organization meet customer specifications and achieve superior quality and reliability levels. The incumbent is responsible for project management, program launches and working in conjunction with the Applications Engineers, supplier development and first article and source inspection.

Responsibilities

• Project Management: Ensure timely completion of all projects. Plan and organize projects through the use of work breakdown structure, Gantt Charts and Projects Plans. Track project status through regular meetings, documenting progress with Gantt chart and report to supervisor. Effectively oversee obstacles in order to maintain project progress.
• Program Launches: Advanced Quality Planning, Work with Application Engineers, Product and Manufacturing Engineering in the development and launch of new programs. Utilize Advanced Quality Planning Tools, such as PFMEA's, Control Plans, Measurement System Analysis and Process Capability Studies.
• RBC-API Supplier Development: Work with Purchasing on improving the capability and stability of RBC-API's Supply base. Utilize the PFMEA process to improve the effectiveness of inspection departments. Suggest and implement improvements to our Supplier surveillance/auditing process. Improvements should include flow down of our quality management system requirements and our customer's requirements.
• First Article & Source Inspection: Refine process to minimize errors and to prevent need of corrective actions.
• Internal & External Quality Management System and Process Audits: Perform and document Supplier Surveillance by performing site audits of Key suppliers and supplier that do not meet performance targets. Data collection for a schedule, audit plans and metrics to analyze their Quality performance.
• Failure analysis of customer rejections
• Trouble shooting of manufacturing and or assembled components non-conformances.

Qualifications

A BS degree preferred or AS degree plus 5 years of experience in a QA, Engineering or manufacturing environment or on-the-job experience. Must be able to travel approximately 5% of the time. Must have experience with inspection of high precision manufactured components, FAA or AS9100 exposure is a plus.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• ISO/AS9100 requirements
• FAA standards and requirements
• Product line and manufacturing methods and processes
• Statistical analysis
• Precision measurement techniques
• GD&T dimensional
• APQP , PPAP or PCD process
• Gage R&R

RBC Bearings Incorporated (NYSE: RBC)

is a leading global manufacturer of highly engineered precision bearings, components, and essential systems serving the industrial, aerospace, and defense markets. For more than a century, RBC has built a reputation for delivering innovative engineering solutions and world-class manufacturing capabilities that support mission-critical applications around the world.

Our success is driven by a commitment to technical excellence, continuous improvement, and a customer-focused approach. We specialize in the design and manufacture of precision-engineered products that perform in demanding environments where quality, reliability, and performance are paramount.

With operations spanning multiple countries and manufacturing facilities across the globe, RBC Bearings offers employees the opportunity to contribute to meaningful work, collaborate with industry-leading experts, and support customers in some of the world's most advanced and dynamic industries. As we continue to grow, we remain focused on fostering innovation, developing talent, and delivering exceptional value to our customers and shareholders.

RBC Bearings is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment.