Quality Assurance Spec; QAS

Quality Assurance Specialist (QAS) – SKF Group

Location:

Muskegon, MI. Salary Range: $22.34 to $31.92 per hour.

This position is governed by the collective bargaining agreement of the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers. Shift assignments resulting from the upcoming bidding process are subject to change based on seniority considerations in accordance with union contract provisions. Final shift assignments cannot be guaranteed.

SKF has been reducing friction since 1907 and is a leading manufacturer of bearings and rotating equipment. Our mission is to re‑imagine rotation for a better tomorrow. Sustainability is at the heart of everything we do, and we are on track to decarbonize all our production facilities by 2030.

This position may be responsible for non‑destructive testing, receiving and inspection, gage control, and floor inspection (including first‑piece inspection) of finished, semi‑finished, and sub‑assembly components in compliance with engineering drawings, customer and company specifications. The role involves implementing and maintaining effective quality assurance programs to ensure all products meet or exceed company and customer requirements/standards.

• Read and understand engineering drawings, blueprints and specifications; understand standard notes, symbols and instructions related to work.
• Perform inspection operations using automatic and manual gages, fixtures and equipment.
• Perform gage inspection, calibration, and R&D on a variety of gages including micrometers, dual indicators, Go‑No‑Go profilometer, air columns, contact gauge, pin and indicators, CMM, radius gauge, vernier caliper, torque scale, hardness tester.
• Assist in the training and development of new employees.
• Collect and record a variety of data on company supplier documents/forms (travelers, data sheets, set‑up sheets, etc.) in support of proper record‑keeping requirements.
• Review purchase orders ensuring that quality procurement clauses are well defined and cross‑reference customer specifications to procurement clauses.
• Create and modify quality control forms used in conjunction with final inspection drawings to record all dimensions and data pertinent to each part number in support of ISO 9001 requirements.
• Verify accuracy and completion of data packages, including non‑destructive testing records and material certifications, prior to completed assembly shipments.
• Meet quality and quantity requirements.
• Accurately complete all associated documents and records required in the inspection and assembly procedures.
• Maintain communication between supervisor and coworkers to pass on significant information to aid the production effort.
• Operate with minimal supervision and instruction.
• Maintain a clean and safe environment, identifying and reporting unsafe conditions.
• Wearing steel‑toed/composite‑toed shoes and ANSI‑approved safety glasses with side shields at all times.
• Perform other duties and assignments as scheduled and/or required.

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Two‑year technical degree preferred or equivalent experience in a precision component manufacturing environment.
• Competent in blueprint reading, shop math and gage reading; computer literate.
• Able to move freely around the facility at a rapid yet safe pace.
• May be required to lift up to 40 pounds with limited bending and reaching.
• Hourly employees will be a part of the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers, Lodge 475.

Rest and Relaxation. Enjoy a robust vacation policy and 13 paid holidays.

Health and Wellness Benefits. SKF offers best‑in‑class medical and dental plans, a wellness plan with biometric screening, health risk assessment, and incentives for healthy living.

Invest in your Future. Participate in our 401(k) program with a per‑pay defined contribution of 7% of gross earnings and a one‑year vesting requirement.

More benefits include growth opportunities, voluntary critical illness coverage, voluntary legal plan, employee assistance program, life insurance, vehicle discount programs, mobile phone discounts, and more.

Reports to:

Production Supervisor

Location:

Muskegon, MI

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