Group Leader – Manufacturing Quality Engineering

Schaeffler

. Develop, implement, and maintain the plant quality strategy to ensure compliance with customer, industry, and regulatory requirements .

Posted 10/13/2026full-timeWooster • Ohio • United StatesSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing and implementing quality strategies that ensure compliance with IATF 16949 and ISO 9001 standards, while driving continuous improvement initiatives and managing quality personnel effectively. Proficient in statistical process control, root cause analysis, and quality documentation systems to enhance manufacturing performance and operational efficiency.

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Quality ManagementStatistical Process Control (SPC)Root Cause AnalysisContinuous Improvement MethodologiesManufacturing Quality Experience

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Hard Skills

Quality Control PlansProcess FMEAs (PFMEA)Manufacturing Inspection MethodsCorrective Action SystemsData AnalysisScrap Reduction InitiativesCost ImprovementProcess Capability EnhancementQuality SystemsRegulatory Compliance

Soft Skills

LeadershipCommunicationOrganizational SkillsInterpersonal SkillsAnalytical Problem-Solving

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office ApplicationsQuality Data Analysis Tools

Industry Keywords

IATF 16949ISO 9001Automotive Quality ManagementRegulated Manufacturing EnvironmentContinuous Improvement

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop, implement, and maintain the plant quality strategy to ensure compliance with customer, industry, and regulatory requirements
Lead and manage all manufacturing quality personnel, providing direction, coaching, development, and performance management
Drive a culture of quality, continuous improvement, and accountability throughout the organization
Own and manage the plant scrap KPI, establishing targets, monitoring performance, and leading scrap reduction initiatives to improve cost, quality, and operational efficiency
Lead root cause analysis and corrective action activities using structured problem-solving methodologies such as 8D, 5 Why, and Ishikawa techniques
Ensure effective implementation and maintenance of Statistical Process Control (SPC) systems to monitor process capability and manufacturing performance
Develop, maintain, and improve Quality Control Plans to ensure product and process quality requirements are consistently achieved
Lead the development, review, and maintenance of Process FMEAs (PFMEA) and support cross-functional risk assessment activities
Maintain and improve quality documentation systems, procedures, work instructions, inspection records, and quality metrics
Analyze quality performance data and establish action plans to address trends, defects, customer complaints, and process variation
Ensure compliance with IATF 16949, ISO 9001, and applicable automotive quality management system requirements
Champion continuous improvement initiatives focused on defect reduction, process capability enhancement, and overall operational excellence

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Quality Management, Manufacturing, or a related technical field required
Minimum of 5 years of manufacturing quality experience within an automotive or highly regulated manufacturing environment
Proven track record of driving scrap reduction, cost improvement, and process quality initiatives
Experience planning and leading internal, customer, and third-party audits
Strong knowledge of manufacturing inspection methods, quality systems, and process controls
Proficiency in quality documentation, corrective action systems, and continuous improvement methodologies
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret data and drive effective solutions
Excellent communication, leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills
Ability to work cross-functionally and effectively influence stakeholders at all levels of the organization
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and quality data analysis tools
Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without employment visa or other sponsorship

Benefits

Comp & perks

Development opportunities
Exciting assignments
Outstanding development opportunities
Equal employment opportunities and consideration for employment without regard to unlawful consideration of protected characteristics