RBC Bearings

Quality Engineer

RBC Bearings • $70K — $95K *
Fairfield, CT 06824In-Person
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • AS Degree plus 3 years of QA experience in a manufacturing setting or 5 years of equivalent on-the-job experience.
  • Experience with inspection of high precision bearings is required.
  • Familiarity with ISO/AS9100 and FAA standards is essential.
  • Strong background in statistical analysis and precision measurement techniques.
  • Proficient computer skills including quality management software.

Responsibilities

  • Lead quality initiatives as outlined by management.
  • Conduct statistical analysis to evaluate quality performance and product failures.
  • Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective/preventive action plans for quality concerns.
  • Support the Quality Assurance Manager in developing and maintaining the quality management system.
  • Drive continual improvement projects using methodologies like 5S and Kaizen.
  • Create and deliver training to enhance quality awareness among staff.
  • Collaborate with Engineering and Operations to ensure compliance during product development and transfer.

Benefits

  • Opportunity for professional growth in a specialized quality assurance role.
  • Exposure to advanced quality practices and methodologies specific to the aerospace industry.
  • Chance to work with high-precision products and enhance technical skills.
  • Partake in cross-departmental collaboration to broaden your industry knowledge.
  • Limited travel requirements enhance work-life balance.
Full Job Description
Principal Responsibilities
  1. Spearhead quality related projects as determined by the Heim Management Team.
  2. Perform statistical analysis relative to quality performance and product failure modes.
  3. Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective action/preventive action plans for process and customer related concerns.
  4. Assist Quality Assurance Manager in establishing, implementing and maintaining the quality management system.
  5. Assist with continual improvement activities to enhance the quality system, such as 5S, Kaizen events, lean manufacturing methods, etc.
  6. Develop training to build quality awareness.
  7. Interface with Engineering and Operations to ensure production of new products or transfer of existing products are in accordance with approved data.
  8. Support the Quality Inspectors to ensure that products and processes comply with the relevant requirements of the quality management system.
  9. Conduct audits, including closing out audit findings, creating audits finding reports and determine proper corrective and preventive actions.
  10. Ensure timely resolution to supplier rejections by spearheading corrective action and preventive action plans with suppliers.
  11. Manage suppliers' performance and conduct audits.
  12. Preparation of QA reports.

Qualifications

An AS Degree plus 3 years of experience in a QA department in a manufacturing environment or on-the-job experience consisting of 5 years of experience in a similar environment. Must be able to travel appropriately 5% of the time. Must have experience with inspection of high precision bearings and FAA exposure is a plus or any combination of knowledge, skill and experience to the satisfaction of the manager.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
  1. ISO/AS9100 requirements
  2. FAA standards and requirements
  3. Product line and manufacturing methods and processes
  4. Statistical analysis
  5. Precision measurement techniques
  6. Strong computer skills
  7. Able to communicate both orally and in writing
  8. Leadership skills to effectively help manager develop department staff


About RBC Bearings

RBC Bearings is a manufacturer of highly engineered precision bearings and components for the industrial, defense, and aerospace industries. The company was founded in 1919 and is headquartered in Oxford, Connecticut. RBC Bearings operates manufacturing facilities in North America and Europe. The company's products include plain bearings, roller bearings, ball bearings, and spherical plain bearings. RBC Bearings also provides engineering and design services to its customers.
Learn more about RBC Bearings
Size
3,549 employees
Market Cap
$6 billion
Industry
Manufacturing & Automotive
Net Income
$98.4 million
Founded
1919
5 Year Trend
+0.4%
Revenue
$634.5 million
NASDAQ
ROLL
* Ladders Estimates

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