Quality Assurance Engineer

Location: Saint Louis, Mo - North Hanley Road

Salary Range: $84,000.00 to $100,000.00

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’re guided by our SKF values. Collaboration is critical to the success of our colleagues, partners, and customers. Curiosity and Courage provide a foundation for innovation and advancement. And we do this work out of Care for our people, customers, communities, and the planet.

We’re a company committed to a culture of belonging, where all our people are encouraged to be themselves and grow their careers in an equitable environment.

Learn about SKF at www.skf.com.

Overview:

The Lubrication Management division of SKF consists of a global team. Develops and manufactures lubrication solutions for use in industrial applications and automotive repair facilities. Marketing brands such as Lincoln Industrial, Alemite, Orsco, Mityvac, and Guardian.

Job Function:

Diversified work performing all duties and functions necessary to ensure product quality meets customer expectations. Develops and enhances customer relations through the planning and direction of activities concerned with development, application, and maintenance of quality standards for processes, materials, and products.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Analyze problems to qualify issues both in a team and/or self-supporting environment. Develop and implement corrective actions for problems.
• Review and implement inspection methods to ensure product quality
• Direct quality improvement efforts using quality tools, i.e. 8D, 5 why, control charts, MSA, capability analysis, SIPOC, Fishbone, etc.
• Work with customers and suppliers to resolve and prevent nonconformances
• Review engineering changes, evaluate quality impact, react to satisfy needs.
• May be assigned supervisory duties directing hourly union inspectors in their daily job functions.
• Utilizes computer/tablet to proficiently operate in a Microsoft Windows environment
• Perform internal ISO 9001:2015 quality system audits
• Participate on product development teams, APQP+ process
• Understand complex technical drawings and specifications to translate these into quality control plans and operating standards.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science Degree and/or 10 yrs. Quality Control experience
• Quality or engineering experience in a manufacturing facility
• Ability to travel up to 10% for customer, supplier, or internal meetings
• Six Sigma Green or Black belt certification, desired
• The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in Machining Processes and CMM Programming

Skills and other requirements:

• Critical thinking and logic skills in a complex production environment
• Team participation skills
• Purposeful action taker. Able to work with passion and energy, taking the initiative.
• Ability to communicate well and work effectively with employees at all levels of the company
• Broad and in-depth knowledge of manufacturing processes and techniques, quality assurance, and technology
• Ability to use sound, prudent and independent judgement
• Experience in tight tolerance manufacturing and subsequent strong understanding of prints and GD&T
• Experience on interacting in a multicultural environment
• Ability to write routine reports and professional correspondence
• Skilled at various types (admin, process, etc.…) of problem solving

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. Flexible work options available, depending on role.

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!

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 additional 5% company contribution.

Reports to: 22219

Location: Saint Louis, Mo - North Hanley Road

Job ID: 22219

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