EATON

Quality Manager

EATON$113K — $165K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution
  • 5+ years of quality management experience in manufacturing or engineering fields
  • Experience in an IATF environment (preferred)
  • Knowledge of automotive industry standards (preferred)
  • Familiarity with statistical process control (preferred)

Responsibilities

  • Oversee the Quality Management System for ISO 9001 compliance
  • Act as corporate authority on ISO 9001 and liaise with external ISO auditors
  • Resolve manufacturing issues and address nonconforming materials
  • Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions
  • Manage quality training initiatives to enhance awareness
  • Maintain key quality documentation and standards
  • Audit customer/supplier performance for ongoing improvements

Benefits

  • Health and Welfare benefits
  • Retirement benefits
  • Programs for paid and unpaid time off
  • Relocation assistance for US/PR candidates
  • Opportunities for professional growth and development
Full Job Description
Eaton's IS VEH EMB division is currently seeking a Quality Manager. This is a full time, on-site role based at our Carol Stream, IL facility. Relocation assistance is available to those within the US/PR.

The expected annual salary range for this role is $113000 - $165000 a year. This position is also eligible for a variable incentive program.
Please note the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Eaton announced, on June 11, 2026, the intent to combine its Mobility Group (including both the Vehicle and eMobility segments) with a new company. We expect to complete this process by the end of the first half of 2027.The compensation and benefits that will initially be offered for this position are based on Eaton's plans, programs and practices. If you are offered and accept this position and are actively employed by the Mobility Group when the transaction closes, the new company will provide further details to employees concerning compensation and benefits at that time.

What you'll do:

  • Understanding of quality system standards (QS900 / ISO 900 / TS 16949)
  • Develop and oversee the Quality Management System to ensure compliance with the ISO 9001 standard
  • Manage all program activities including being the corporate representative and authority on ISO 9001 requirements and the primary contact to external ISO auditors
  • Resolve daily manufacturing issues and provide disposition on nonconforming material
  • Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective and preventative action processes, including customer/vendor interaction
  • Develop, implement and participate in training to build quality awareness and improvement
  • Maintain quality documentation, such as manuals, procedures and other relevant written processes
  • Manage customer/supplier performance and conduct audits
  • Responsible for planning, organizing and managing the overall activities of receiving/outgoing quality functions
  • Lead continuous improvement efforts focused on improving plant objectives
  • Perform other quality-related duties as required


Qualifications:

Required Basic Qualifications:
  • Minimum Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution
  • Minimum of 5 years' experience in a quality management experience in manufacturing, industrial and/or engineering environment
  • Eaton will not support any "CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT plans, F-1 to H-1B, H-1B cap registration, O-1, E-3, TN status, I-485 job portability, etc."


Preferred Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering
  • Automotive Industry experience
  • Knowledge of Micro-Vu' OGP and Keyence Vision inspection equipment
  • Experience reading/ interpreting mechanical blueprints with GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing), knowledge of precision measurement tools
  • In depth experience in an IATF environment including materials and manufacturing processes
  • Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) experience is highly desired, including associated tools such as characteristics matrices, process flow diagrams, Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEAs), Control Plans, Measurement System Analysis (MSA), and the Production Part Approval Process (PPAP)
  • Bi-Lingual (Spanish/English)


Skills:

  • Effective verbal and written communication skills
  • Experience in Managing, Developing and Coaching People
  • Strong understanding of statistical process control and how to use data to drive decisions
  • Occasionally required to lift up to 40lbs
  • PPE- Safety glasses, steel toed boots required. The noise level in plant is moderate- hearing protection required in posted areas
  • Ability to comply with all safety protocols


All positions may require participation in video and in-person interviews as part of the hiring process. All candidates will be evaluated based on job-related competencies, and all candidates' privacy rights and data security will be protected in accordance with applicable laws.

We know that good benefit programs are important to employees and their families. Eaton provides various Health and Welfare benefits as well as Retirement benefits, and several programs that provide for paid and unpaid time away from work. Click here for more detail: Eaton Benefits Overview. Please note that specific programs and options available to an employee may depend on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

About EATON

Eaton Corporation plc is a multinational power management company with 2020 sales of $17.9 billion, founded in the US. Eaton provides energy-efficient solutions that help customers effectively manage electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical power more efficiently, safely, and sustainably. Eaton operates through three main business segments: Electrical Products, Electrical Systems and Services, and Hydraulics. The Electrical Products segment designs, manufactures, markets, and sells electrical components, such as circuit breakers, switches, and electrical protection and control devices. The Electrical Systems and Services segment offers electrical power distribution and assemblies, as well as engineering services and automation and control solutions. The Hydraulics segment provides products such as pumps, motors, valves, cylinders, and filtration products. Eaton has a global presence with operations in North America, Europe, Asia, and other regions.
Learn more about EATON
Size
85,947 employees
Market Cap
$62.2 billion
Industry
Net Income
$1.4 billion
Founded
2009
5 Year Trend
-0.1%
Revenue
$17.8 billion
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