Location: Falconer, NY

About SKF:

SKF has been making the world spin since 1907!

SKF is an industry-leading manufacturer dedicated to a culture of belonging, where our people flourish in an equitable environment that promotes leadership development and career growth.

SKF Aerospace, a leader in aviation related bearings, is looking for talented individuals for its largest factory located in Falconer, NY. Our 400+ employees produce components and bearings for engine and gearboxes for the Aerospace industry, as well as industrial & commercial applications. We currently have new challenges and opportunities including complex changes in aeroengine bearing design and manufacture, optimization of our multimillion-dollar Heat Treatment facility as well as implementation of Business Excellence (LEAN) & other flow management programs.

As an SKF team member, you’ll join 40,000 colleagues from more than 130 countries developing bearing technology and services that make rotation more reliable and sustainable. Sustainability is at the heart of everything we do. SKF aims to have net zero greenhouse gas emissions at all our production facilities by 2030.

SKF products keep vehicles rolling, power the machines that put food on your table, and even reach into the cosmos as part of the Mars rover mission. Founded in Sweden in 1907, today SKF is publicly traded on the Nasdaq Stockholm with annual sales in 2020 of approximately $10 billion.

Job Summary:

We are looking for a Quality Engineer for our Falconer, NY operation. This position reports to the Manufacturing Engineering Manager and will be responsible for all facets of quality support to manufacturing which includes interpretation, execution & adherence to quality processes & procedures. Primary responsibilities of this position are direct engineering support to the manufacturing operations, employee training on quality systems including measurement & inspection methodologies, prototype inspection design, monitoring & control of nonconforming materials, as well as quality improvement project management.

Responsibilities Include But Not Limited to:

• Understand and perform work in a safe and helpful manner.
• Perform as an engineer (technical assignment).
• Gage and measurement technique/design.
• Evaluation of quality deviations reports for parts that may result in scrap, rework, or other permissible action.
• Programming of CMM (Coordinate Measuring Machine) & other programmable measuring equipment.
• Defines proper manufacturing process steps for new and existing engineered products.
• Track variances and performs root cause analysis, implementing corrections & countermeasures as needed to improve standards.
• Develop standard manufacturing processes to minimize process and quality variations (standard work) while capturing critical knowledge & data for future use.
• Maintain product and company reputation by understanding and complying with government regulations and company policies.
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge.
• Attend educational workshops; review professional publications; establish personal networks; participate in professional societies.
• Project management.

Job Requirements:

• Degree in mechanical or industrial engineer or related equivalent training.
• Experience in hardened steel component fabrication desired.
• Comprehensive communication skills in the English language both verbal and written.
• Proficient in reading and interpreting documents such as manufacturing prints, operating & maintenance instructions, and procedures/manuals.
• Competent with MS Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook, Visio, etc.).

Desired Skills:

• Familiarity with Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing is preferable.
• Technically adept, able to comprehend & articulate well in mechanical engineering type areas.
• Good analytical, problem solving and organization skills
• Skilled in root cause and failure analysis .
• Strong drive and persistence- full of energy.

What You’ll Love About SKF:

Rest and Relaxation. Enjoy a robust PTO policy and 13 paid holidays!

SKF Celebrates Diversity in the Workplace! We actively develop ourselves and our teams to enable outstanding delivery. We trust the strength of diverse teams and encourage agile ways of working. SKF Honors First responders, and military veteran employees! Minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Health and Wellness Benefits. SKF cares about the wellbeing of our employees. Many options for best in class medical and dental plans to fit your needs; a wellness plan that includes biometric screening and health risk assessment for you and your spouse and incentives for healthy living!

Invest in your Future. SKF offers amazing retirement options! Participate in our 401K program that boasts a 100% match up to 5% of your elected contribution (100% Vested). Regardless of your participation, SKF automatically contributes 5% into your account per pay period (3 Years Vesting).

SKF Cares! The four fundamental cornerstones of SKF Care - Business, Environment, Employees and the Community are critical for us to sustain long-term success.

Much more! Growth opportunities, tuition reimbursement, voluntary critical illness coverage, voluntary legal plan, employee assistance program, life insurance, vehicle discount programs, mobile phone discounts, and with so many benefits to working for SKF, we could not name them all!

Reports to: Manufacturing Engineer Manager
Location: Falconer, NY
Job ID: 16297
Pay $68000 to $82000 per year

SKF provides equal employment [and affirmative action] opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.