Quality Manager

Gruppo SKF; Winsted (CT); On-site; USD 111,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

SKF in Winsted, CT is seeking a Quality Manager to lead the quality program at our manufacturing facility. The role drives QMS, supplier and internal audits, and continuous improvement to achieve zero defects and regulatory compliance.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years in quality leadership, knowledge of ISO 9001/AS9100, strong data analytics with Power BI, and excellent communication across teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, business management, or equivalent.
• 3–5 years of experience in quality management.
• ISO 9001 and AS9100 knowledge desirable.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in MS Office and ERP (Infor/XA); Power BI or similar.
• Knowledge of quality systems, manufacturing and audit techniques.
• Knowledge of risk prevention tools (MSA, PFMEA) and Six Sigma/problem solving.

Responsibilities

• Reviews and presents quality management assessment initiatives and scores; leading efforts to achieve world class performance.
• Effectively communicates and resolves quality issues with internal and external customers.
• Ensures calibration, clean room operations, metrology documentation and controls.
• Implements continuous improvement to reduce defects and improve efficiency.
• Develops and analyzes data to support the factory manager and communicates findings.
• Responsible for customer returns, complaints & satisfaction; compliance with ISO/AS9100.
• Manages audits (internal, supplier, customer) to optimize system accuracy.
• Oversees training, qualification and certification of inspection operators.
• Collaborates with Group Purchasing to procure inspection equipment as needed.

Skills

Quality management

ISO 9001 / AS9100

Strong communication

Analytical abilities

MS Office expertise

ERP systems (Infor / XA)

Power BI

6 Sigma / problem solving

Risk prevention tools (MSA, PFMEA)

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in engineering, business management or equivalent

Tools

Infor XA ERP

Power BI

MS Excel

Job description

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Quality Manager

Requisition ID: 25091

Job Category: Quality

Contract type: Permanent

Location: Winsted, CT, US

QualityManager

Salary Range: $111,000.00 to $125,000.00

About SKF:

SKF, reducing friction since 1907, re-imagining rotation for a better tomorrow!

SKF is an industry-leading manufacturer that has been a cornerstone in industrial life. Wherever there are machines or products in motion, SKF bearings are there to reduce friction. SKF drives the industries that support our way of life, powers the machines that put food on the table, and even helps explore the cosmos.

Sustainability is at the heart of everything we do. SKF is on pace to decarbonize all its production facilities by 2030.

We’rea company committed to a culture of belonging, where all our people are encouraged to be themselves and grow their careers inan equitableenvironment.

• Reviews and presents quality management assessment initiatives and scores; leading efforts to achieve world class performance.
• Effectively communicates and works to resolve all quality issues through collaboration with internal and external customers.
• Satisfies requirements related to calibration systems, clean room operations and metrology providing and maintaining appropriate documentation, quality manuals and document controls
• Implements continuous improvement principles within the quality management system to reduce defects and improve operational efficiencies.
• Continuously contributes to the development and improvement of existing processes and procedures as necessary ensuring adherence to factory, group, and corporate policies.
• Develops and analyzes data to support the factory manager and communicates findings effectively across the organization.
• Responsible for customer returns, complaints & satisfaction
• Responsible for ISO, AS & Nadcap compliance
• Responsible for managing the training, qualification and certification of inspection operators. Works cross functionally to address quality performance issues to drive zero defect performance.
• Responsible for managing all elements of the quality value chain in meeting Quality Management System objectives as required.
• Manages internal, supplier, accreditation, and customer audits to optimize accuracy of the systems.
• Satisfies quality activities at the factory level for procurement of raw materials, capital projects and production certification.
• Collaborating with the Group Purchasing Team to procure inspection equipment as needed.
• Communicate customer concerns based on effective analysis of nonconformance control and inventory control of effected materials.
• Provide leadership, coaching, and mentoring for personal development and success in of the team in achieving organizational goals.
• NDT, automated inspection related experience is a plus.
• Technology implementation, project planning experience a plus.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in engineering, business management or equivalent.
• Working knowledge of aerospace industry and customer standards is preferred.
• Previous experience managing the Quality Management System; minimum level ISO 9001 – desirable level AS9100.
• Three (3) to five (5) years’ of experience in quality management are required.
• Requires a high degree of foresight, objectivity, imagination, and analytical abilities.
• Must be able to effectively interact at all levels within the Company with strong written and verbal communication skills.
• A thorough knowledge of manufacturing, audit techniques, process qualification quality systems is required.
• Must be computer savvy with a high proficiency in MS Office, specifically Excel, ERP systems (Infor / XA experience is a plus), and database reporting software (Power BI or similar).
• Working understanding of risk prevention tools (MSA, PFMEA, capability studies) is strongly preferred
• Formal problem-solving skills (6 sigma or equivalent) is preferred

WhatYou’llLove 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-beingand health.

Diversity in the Workplace. At SKF, we strive to embed Diversity,Equityand Inclusion in everything we do. By developing a culture of belonging, our people can flourish; leading to an inclusive,equitableenvironment that promotes leadership,engagementand 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 includecompany paid life insurance, STD, LTD. Supplemental benefits include critical illness coverage, tuition reimbursement, employee discount programs, and much more!

Bonus. SKF offers STVS (Short Term Variable Salary) or Sales Incentive based on company performance and at the discretion of management.

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 additional5% company contribution.

About SKF

SKF has been around for more than a century and today we are one of the world’s largest global suppliers of bearings and supporting solutions for rotating equipment. With more than 40,000 employees in around 130 countries, we are truly global. Our products are found everywhere in society. In fact, wherever there is movement, SKF’s solutions might be at work. This means that we are an important part of the everyday lives of people and companies around the world. See more, at www.skf.com.