Group Leader, Manufacturing Quality Engineering

Posted 18 days ago

schaeffler technologiesWooster (OH)

Quality Control Systems Managers Other Motor Vehicle Parts Manufacturing

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About the role

Schaeffler is a dynamic global technology company and its success has been a result of its entrepreneurial spirit and long history of private ownership. As a partner to all of the major automobile manufacturers, as well as key players in the aerospace and industrial sectors, we offer you many development opportunities.

Your Key Responsibilities:

Develop, implement, and maintain the plant quality strategy to ensure compliance with customer, industry, and regulatory requirements
Lead and manage all manufacturing quality personnel, providing direction, coaching, development, and performance management
Drive a culture of quality, continuous improvement, and accountability throughout the organization
Own and manage the plant scrap KPI, establishing targets, monitoring performance, and leading scrap reduction initiatives to improve cost, quality, and operational efficiency
Lead root cause analysis and corrective action activities using structured problem-solving methodologies such as 8D, 5 Why, and Ishikawa techniques
Ensure effective implementation and maintenance of Statistical Process Control (SPC) systems to monitor process capability and manufacturing performance
Develop, maintain, and improve Quality Control Plans to ensure product and process quality requirements are consistently achieved
Lead the development, review, and maintenance of Process FMEAs (PFMEA) and support cross-functional risk assessment activities
Maintain and improve quality documentation systems, procedures, work instructions, inspection records, and quality metrics
Analyze quality performance data and establish action plans to address trends, defects, customer complaints, and process variation
Ensure compliance with IATF 16949, ISO 9001, and applicable automotive quality management system requirements
Champion continuous improvement initiatives focused on defect reduction, process capability enhancement, and overall operational excellence
Your Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Quality Management, Manufacturing, or a related technical field required
Minimum of 5 years of manufacturing quality experience within an automotive or highly regulated manufacturing environment
Proven track record of driving scrap reduction, cost improvement, and process quality initiatives
Experience planning and leading internal, customer, and third-party audits
Strong knowledge of manufacturing inspection methods, quality systems, and process controls
Proficiency in quality documentation, corrective action systems, and continuous improvement methodologies
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret data and drive effective solutions
Excellent communication, leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills
Ability to work cross-functionally and effectively influence stakeholders at all levels of the organization
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and quality data analysis tools

Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without employment visa or other sponsorship. As a global company with employees around the world, it is important to us that we treat each other with respect and value all ideas and perspectives. By appreciating our differences, we inspire creativity and drive innovation. In this way, we contribute to sustainable value creation for our stakeholders and society as a whole. Together, we advance how the world moves. Exciting assignments and outstanding development opportunities await you because we impact the future with innovation. We look forward to your application. Your contact Schaeffler Battery Technology, LLC Gillian Taylor Hirsch Schaeffler is an equal employment opportunity / affirmative action employer. All qualified candidates will receive equal employment opportunities and consideration for employment without regard to unlawful consideration of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. Keywords: Quality;

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