About SKF SKF started its operations in India in 1923. Today, SKF provides industry leading automotive and industrial engineered solutions through its five technology-centric platforms: bearings and units, seals, mechatronics, lubrication solutions and services. Over the years the company has evolved from being a pioneer ball bearing manufacturing company to a knowledge-driven engineering company helping customers achieve sustainable and competitive business excellence. SKF's solutions provide sustainable ways for companies across the automotive and industrial sectors to achieve breakthroughs in friction reduction, energy efficiency, and equipment longevity and reliability. With a strong commitment to research-based innovation, SKF India offers customized value-added solutions that integrate all its five technology platforms. To know more, please visit: <a href="https://www.skf.com/">www.skf.com</a>/in <h1 style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 1.65pt;font-size:9.0pt;font-family:'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif">SKF Purpose Statement</h1> Together, we re-imagine rotation for a better tomorrow. By creating intelligent and clean solutions for people and the planet JOB DESCRIPTION Position Title: Quality Manager Reports To: Factory Manager Role Type: Individual Contributor Location: Mysuru Purpose of the role The Quality Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining SKF quality management system to ensure compliance with industry standards, customer requirements, and regulatory guidelines. This role involves leading a team of quality professionals, conducting audits, analyse data, and implementing continuous improvement to enhance product quality and manufacturing efficiency. Key Responsibilities <ul style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-bottom:0.0cm" type="disc"> <li style="text-align:justify;margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:0.0cm;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif">Develop, implement, and maintain quality assurance policies and procedures, statuary & legal requirements.</li> <li style="text-align:justify;margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:0.0cm;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif">Ensure compliance with industry regulations, ISO standards, and customer specifications. ISO 9001:2015, IATF 16949:2016</li> <li style="text-align:justify;margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:0.0cm;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif">Develop and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) for quality. </li> <li style="text-align:justify;margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:0.0cm;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif">Drive quality standards in line with SKF Production System.</li> <li style="text-align:justify;margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:0.0cm;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif">Lead and manage the quality assurance team, providing training and guidance.</li> <li style="text-align:justify;margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:0.0cm;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif">Oversee inspection and testing processes for raw materials, in-process production, and finished goods, specifically in rubber process</li> <li style="text-align:justify;margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:0.0cm;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif">Drive problem solving culture, conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective and preventive actions</li> <li style="text-align:justify;margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:0.0cm;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif">Coordinate / manage internal and external audits, addressing non-conformances. </li> <li style="text-align:justify;margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:0.0cm;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif">Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve production processes and reduce defects. </li> <li style="text-align:justify;margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:0.0cm;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif">Work closely with suppliers to ensure incoming materials meet quality requirements. </li> <li style="text-align:justify;margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:0.0cm;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif">Maintain and update quality documentation, including standard operating procedures (SOPs) and work instructions. </li> <li style="text-align:justify;margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:0.0cm;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif">Investigate and resolve customer complaints related to product quality. </li> <li style="text-align:justify;margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:0.0cm;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif">Drive continuous improvement initiatives, such as Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies. </li> <li style="text-align:justify;margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:0.0cm;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif">Ensure proper calibration and maintenance of quality control equipment</li> <li style="text-align:justify;margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:0.0cm;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif">Support and implement SKF supplier Quality standards in all suppliers</li> <li style="text-align:justify;margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:0.0cm;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif">Customer complaint handling and implementation of corrective and preventive action as per the SKF QMS.</li> <li style="text-align:justify;margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:0.0cm;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif">Periodic interaction with SKF global team & Customer to improve the quality system.</li> <li style="text-align:justify;margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:0.0cm;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif">Drive Process and product audit as per the system.</li> <li style="text-align:justify;margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:0.0cm;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif">Plan and conduct periodic Quality competence enhance program for organisation members.</li> <li style="text-align:justify;margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:0.0cm;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif">Ensure the SKF change management is followed in all the process changes.</li> <li style="color:black;line-height:112%;margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:0.0cm;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif">Support new product introduction in factory as per the customer quality standards</li> </ul> Requirements <ul style="margin-bottom:0.0cm;margin-top:0.0px"> <li style="line-height:150%;margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 24.0px;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif">Business Acumen and Quality standards & tools.</li> <li style="line-height:150%;margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 24.0px;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif">Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills. </li> <li style="line-height:150%;margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 24.0px;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif">Domain knowledge: In-depth knowledge of quality management systems (ISO 9001, IATF 16949). </li> <li style="line-height:150%;margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 24.0px;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif">Experience with root cause analysis, corrective actions, and process improvement. </li> <li style="line-height:150%;margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 24.0px;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif">Proficiency in quality control tools, statistical analysis, and problem-solving methodologies. </li> <li style="line-height:150%;margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 24.0px;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif">Ability to work collaboratively across departments to achieve quality objectives. </li> <li style="line-height:150%;margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 24.0px;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif">Familiarity with Lean, Six Sigma, and other continuous improvement methodologies. </li> <li style="line-height:150%;margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 24.0px;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif">Experience with regulatory compliance and customer audits. </li> <li style="line-height:150%;margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 24.0px;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif">Proficiency in Microsoft Office and quality management software. </li> <li style="line-height:112%;margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 24.0px;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif">Training Skills</li> </ul> Education: <ul style="margin-bottom:0.0cm;margin-top:0.0px"> <li style="line-height:112%;margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 24.0px;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif">Master’s / bachelor’s degree in engineering in Mechanical/Manufacturing/Quality management or Rubber technologist.</li> </ul> Experience: <ul style="margin-bottom:0.0cm;margin-top:0.0px"> <li style="line-height:112%;margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 24.0px;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif">Work experience of 15 years in Quality / Production</li> <li style="line-height:112%;margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 24.0px;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif">Experience in automotive manufacturing is highly desirable.</li> <li style="line-height:112%;margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 24.0px;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif">Knowledge of (SPC) and (FMEA), HFA, Problem solving</li> </ul>

Quality Manager (Mysore, IN) @ AB SKF

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