Quality Supervisor

Timken; Illinois; On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) with company match

Parental leave

Employee discounts

Professional development

Job summary

Timken Aurora Bearing is seeking a hands-on Quality Supervisor to lead Receiving, Final Inspection, Metrology and Conformity Lab teams. You will direct daily inspection operations, mentor quality staff, and partner with operations, purchasing and engineering to ensure product quality and compliance.

You will support AS9100 audits, PPAP/FAI processes, MRB disposition, and drive KPI performance while fostering continuous improvement and safe, efficient work practices on site in Illinois.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; preferred Bachelor's degree in Business Management, Engineering or related field
• At least three years of leadership experience within a manufacturing setting
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, tolerancing and quality practices
• Experience with PPAP/FAI, inspection processes, MRB/RMA, and supplier quality programs
• Ability to perform root cause analysis and use corrective action tools (5Whys, 8D, A3)
• Familiarity with AS9100 quality systems and audit processes preferred

Responsibilities

• Supervise and lead Receiving, Final Inspection, Metrology, and Conformity Lab employees and assign work and ensure adherence to company policies and safety requirements.
• Provide disposition for Inspection Deficiency Reports (IDRs) and manage non-conforming material through MRB and RMA processes.
• Conduct customer and supplier FAI/PPAP inspections and review supplier documentation and certifications.
• Establish and manage supplier certification based on inspection performance.
• Identify, support, and lead continuous improvement initiatives related to inspection processes and audits.
• Perform root cause analysis using 5 Whys, 8D, or A3 to develop corrective and preventive actions.
• Act as liaison between Quality and other departments to resolve issues with work orders, POs, RTVs, and certifications.
• Track and report KPIs and area metrics; derive corrective actions as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Quality systems

Root cause analysis

PPAP/FAI

MRB/RMA

AS9100

KPIs reporting

Cross-functional

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Management, Engineering or related field

Job description

What Timken makes possible begins with you.

Those who came before us helped land a man on the moon, create the world's infrastructure, and introduce renewable energy alternatives. Now you can join the Timken team to write your own unique story and help drive what's next.

A career at Timken means you can have an immediate impact doing Work That Matters to the world— improving the efficiency of today's industrial equipment and preparing for the future of motion on our planet and beyond. New employees can start contributing right away, and there are many opportunities to advance your career at your own pace. Join our global team of 19,000 people in 45 countries and start helping our customers push the limits of what's possible in their world of motion.

What We Offer:

• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision coverage.
• Benefits start on first day of employment.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with generous company match.
• Paid parental leave.
• Employee discounts on products and services.
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth.

Position Summary:

Timken Aurora Bearing is seeking a hands-on Quality Supervisor to lead our Receiving, Final Inspection, Metrology, and Conformity Lab teams. This role directs daily inspection operations, leads a team of quality employees, and partners with operations, purchasing, and engineering to ensure product quality, compliance, and continuous improvement. The Quality Supervisor will support AS9100 audits, supplier PPAP/FAI processes, and MRB disposition activities while helping drive KPI performance.

• Supervise and lead Receiving, Final Inspection, Metrology, and Conformity Lab employees and assign work and ensure adherence to company policies and safety requirements.
• Provide disposition for Inspection Deficiency Reports (IDRs) and manage non-conforming material through MRB and RMA processes.
• Conduct customer and supplier FAI/PPAP inspections and review supplier documentation and certifications.
• Establish and manage supplier certification based on inspection performance.
• Identify, support, and lead continuous improvement initiatives related to inspection processes and audits.
• Perform root cause analysis using 5 Whys, 8D, or A3 to develop corrective and preventive actions.
• Act as liaison between Quality and other departments to resolve issues with work orders, POs, RTVs, and certifications.
• Track and report KPIs and area metrics; derive corrective actions as needed.

Basic Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent. Preferred Bachelor’s degree in Business Management, Engineering or related field.
• At least three years of leadership experience within a manufacturing setting.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, tolerancing and quality practices.
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams, manage competing priorities and work with minimal supervision.
• Experience with PPAP/FAI, inspection processes, MRB/RMA, and supplier quality programs.
• Ability to perform root cause analysis and use corrective action tools (5Whys, 8D, A3).
• Familiarity with AS9100 quality systems and audit processes preferred.

The starting base salary range for this position is $75,000 to $95,000 annually and is commensurate on experience and education. This position is also eligible to participate in the company's short-term incentive program.

All qualified applicants shall be treated equally according to their individual qualifications, abilities, experiences and other employment standards. There will be no discrimination due to gender or gender identity, race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, sexual orientation, veteran/military status or any other basis protected by applicable law.

Timken is a global technology leader in engineered bearings and industrial motion. Our expanding portfolio of next-generation solutions helps customers around the world improve efficiency, solve their toughest challenges, and push the boundaries of performance. We employ 19,000 people globally, operate from 45 countries, and posted $4.6 billion in sales in 2025.
We have been recognized as one of America's Most Responsible Companies 6x by Newsweek and one of the World's Most Ethical Companies® 15x by Ethisphere.

Why Choose Timken?

• Over a century of knowledge and innovation
  
• A culture of top performance
  
• Products that contribute to a sustainable world
  
• A conviction to improve communities around us
  
• Competitive salary and benefits