Rockwell Automation

Product Quality Manager

Rockwell Automation • $100K — $120K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in relevant field required
  • Legal authorization to work in the U.S., without sponsorship
  • Minimum of 2 years in leadership or management roles preferred
  • 5 years of experience in product development and quality assurance
  • Proficient in structured problem-solving methods like CAPA and 8D
  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to leverage data for decision-making
  • Excellent communication skills for cross-functional collaboration

Responsibilities

  • Lead and develop a global team of Product Quality Engineers
  • Implement projects to reduce warranty claims and costs of poor quality
  • Enhance quality planning and lifecycle improvements for products
  • Drive disciplined problem-solving methodologies
  • Collaborate across departments on quality risks and corrective actions
  • Ensure compliance with corporate quality processes within product development

Benefits

  • Health Insurance including Medical, Dental and Vision
  • 401k retirement plan
  • Paid Time off for personal and vacation days
  • Parental and Caregiver Leave support
  • Flexible Work Schedule options for better work-life balance
Full Job Description

Job Description

As the Quality Engineering Manager supporting Motion products, you will lead a global team responsible for product quality across the full lifecycle. This is a hands-on leadership role in a fast-paced, highly collaborative environment, partnering across Engineering, Product Management, Operations, Supplier Quality, Manufacturing, Business, and Customer-facing teams to strengthen issue resolution, reduce cost of poor quality, and ensure quality is built into new and existing products. This role is an opportunity for someone looking to expand their people leadership, business ownership, and cross-functional influence within a high-impact product quality organization. This Role reports to the Sr Product Quality Manager for Power and Motion within the Quality organization.

Your Responsibilities:

  • Lead, coach, and develop a global team of Product Quality Engineers and Technicians while setting priorities, driving accountability, and supporting professional growth.
  • Lead projects to reduce warranty and cost of poor quality through improved design robustness, manufacturing quality, supplier quality, and issue resolution.
  • Increase proactive quality planning, standard work, and lifecycle quality improvements across new product introduction and existing Motion product support.
  • Lead disciplined problem solving through CAPA, 8D, root cause analysis, containment, corrective action, and effectiveness verification.
  • Partner cross-functionally to align on quality risks, priorities, decisions, escalations, and corrective action plans while driving ownership through closure.
  • Ensure product development activities comply with corporate and business-level quality processes and procedures.

The Essentials - You Will Have:

  • Bachelor's Degree
  • Legal authorization to work in the U.S. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening.

The Preferred - You Might Also Have:

  • Minimum of 2 years of leadership or management experience.
  • 5 years of experience in product development, product quality, customer quality, manufacturing quality, reliability, or technical issue resolution.
  • Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Years of Relevant Work Experience may also be considered.
  • Ability to use data to identify trends, prioritize risk, influence decisions, and lead through any ambiguity or urgent business escalations.
  • Working knowledge of structured problem-solving and proactive quality methods, including 8D, CAPA, RCA, DfSS, APQP, and DfX.
  • Demonstrated ability to communicate technical quality topics across functional boundaries and organizational levels.
  • Experience leading technical projects and supporting large-scale system development efforts.​.

What We Offer:

  • Health Insurance including Medical, Dental and Vision
  • 401k
  • Paid Time off
  • Parental and Caregiver Leave
  • Flexible Work Schedule where you will work with your manager to enjoy a work schedule that can be flexible with your personal life.
  • To learn more about our benefits package, please visit at www.raquickfind.com.

This position is part of a job family. Experience will be the determining factor for position level and compensation.

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About Rockwell Automation

Rockwell Automation works with investments in industrial automation and aids other businesses with automation technology strategy.

Rockwell Automation Careers

Join the dynamic team at Rockwell Automation, a global leader in industrial automation and digital transformation. As a company committed to innovation and excellence, Rockwell Automation offers unparalleled job opportunities for professionals eager to drive progress and lead in technology. Work You’ll Do At Rockwell Automation, you’ll collaborate with some of the brightest minds in the industry to shape the future of manufacturing and automation. Our team is at the forefront of developing new solutions that enhance productivity and efficiency for our clients worldwide. Embrace a culture of leadership and growth within our diverse and inclusive workforce. Rockwell Automation is dedicated to providing extensive diversity training and leadership development programs that empower our employees to excel. Join Our Market-Leading Team Rockwell Automation is not just a company; it's a community of innovative, driven, and talented professionals. With over 23,000 employees globally, we are proud to be the industry leader in automation solutions, committed to delivering excellence and innovative engineering. Innovative Work Engage in groundbreaking projects that redefine industry standards. Our commitment to innovation is reflected in every aspect of our work, from product development to solutions tailored to meet the evolving needs of our clients. Career Development Future-proof your career with Rockwell Automation by taking advantage of our robust training programs and certification courses. Whether you're looking for an internship, an entry-level position, or a managerial role, we provide the resources to foster your professional growth and enhance your skills. Be Part of a Great Team Experience the power of global teamwork. Join a network of professionals who are as passionate about technology and innovation as you are. At Rockwell Automation, we believe in nurturing a supportive environment where every team member’s contribution is valued. Explore Job Opportunities Discover a range of employment options at Rockwell Automation, from internships that offer a real-world glimpse into our operations to full-time positions that challenge and reward. Our hiring process is designed to identify and recruit the best talent who are committed to our mission of industrial automation. Stay Connected Join Our Team Search open positions that match your skills and interests. We look for passionate, curious, creative, and solution-driven team players. Explore the possibilities that await you at Rockwell Automation and take the first step towards a fulfilling career. Keep Up to Date Stay ahead with career tips, insider perspectives, and industry-leading insights you can put to use today—all from the people who work here. Job Alert Emails Personalize your subscription to receive job alerts, latest news, and insider tips tailored to your preferences. See what exciting and rewarding opportunities await in the fields of automation and digital transformation. Rockwell Automation is where your ambition meets opportunity, innovation, and leadership. Join us and transform the future.
Learn more about Rockwell Automation
Size
24,500 employees
Market Cap
$29.4 billion
Industry
Net Income
$1.3 billion
Founded
1903
5 Year Trend
+4.2%
Revenue
$6.2 billion
NASDAQ

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