Quality Supervisor

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage

401(k) match

Paid holidays & vacation

Parental leave

Employee discounts

Education reimbursement

Career development

Job summary

The Timken Company, a global leader in motion and bearings, is seeking a hands-on Quality Supervisor at Timken Aurora Bearing in Illinois. You will lead Receiving, Final Inspection, Metrology, and Conformity Lab teams, driving product quality, compliance, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications include 3+ years of manufacturing leadership, knowledge of PPAP/FAI, MRB/RMA, and AS9100 familiarity. The role offers an annual base salary of $75k-$95k plus incentive eligibility.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; Bachelor’s degree preferred 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.

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 experience

Root cause analysis

AS9100 knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree in Business/Engineering

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.
• 10 paid holidays per year plus paid vacation.
• Paid parental leave.
• Employee discounts on products and services.
• Education expense reimbursement.
• 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.

Essential 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.

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.