Manufacturing Quality Engineer

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

• Initiate, drive, and coordinate the development, implementation, and optimization of manufacturing technologies for new and existing Schaeffler products by using statistical measures in terms of quality, efficiency, sustainability, and robustness.
• Develop and implement quality concepts for Product Engineering Processes (PEP/APQP), production transfers, and technical process modifications.
• Lead quality planning activities throughout product development phases, focusing on line transfers and manufacturing processes.
• Design and enhance inspection concepts, gauges, and test equipment to meet quality requirements.
• Analyze quality data and communicate insights effectively with project teams, global customers, and suppliers.
• Serve as Project Engineer or Project Quality Engineer in complex projects when needed.
• Manage customer complaints through the 8D process, ensuring timely investigation, root cause analysis, corrective and preventive actions, and effective communication with internal stakeholders and customers.
• Plan, coordinate, and support quality audits, including internal Schaeffler system audits as well as external and customer audits, ensuring audit readiness, compliance, and follow-up on findings.
• Cooperate closely with Schaeffler Operations manufacturing technology networks, division, business division, and business unit manufacturing technology groups, and within the region while maintaining close collaboration with other central functions like Purchasing, IT, Maintenance, and Quality.

Your Qualifications

Minimum:

• Bachelor’s degree in an engineering-related field with at least 1 year of relevant experience
• Skilled in using Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Knowledgeable in gauging techniques, including standard measurement tools, optical comparators, and surface finish analysis
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Able to effectively work in team environments while managing multiple tasks with quality and efficiency focus
• Experienced in quality systems and tools, including advanced problem-solving methods
• External applicants must be authorized to work in the US without employment VISA or other sponsorship

Preferred:

• 3+ years experience in manufacturing or other engineering field
• Familiarity with QM transactions in SAP
• Proficient in interpreting blueprints, especially with Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)

Our Offering

At Schaeffler, our success is driven by our employees. We value what you bring to our business, which is why we are committed to providing you with a competitive, comprehensive benefits program that gives you and your family the care you need to lead healthy, productive lives. This includes amongst others the following:

• Comprehensive healthcare coverage: Employees receive access to a range of medical, dental, and vision insurance plans, ensuring their well-being and peace of mind.
• Generous retirement savings options: The company provides competitive 401(k) matching contributions (up to 6%), empowering employees to build a secure financial future.
• Professional development opportunities: The company invests in its employees' growth by offering skill development workshops, and ongoing learning and development programs. Through our Schaeffler Academy you will have access to a state-of-the-art and comprehensive learning and training offering.
• Wellness initiatives: Employees have access to wellness programs and resources aimed at promoting physical, mental, and emotional health, fostering a supportive and thriving work environment.

See all of our benefits at: Schaeffler Benefits

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.

https://www.schaeffler.us/careers/

Your contact

Schaeffler Group USA Inc.

Jason Gould

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.

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