Section Manager - SQD

Your Career Begins at Timken 
If you're ready for a challenging career that provides you with the ability to advance personally and professionally, look to Timken.  Our associates make the world more productive by improving the efficiency and reliability of the machinery that keeps industry in motion.

Qualification & Experience: 4-10 years in relevant manufacturing with engineering degree or Diploma qualification preferred

On Job Travel: This role requires frequent travel, at least 50% of the time

Location: Bangalore   

Relocation: Candidates must be willing to relocate during their tenure in Timken.

Job Description (Summary):

• Technical expertise: Experience or knowledge manufacturing process like Casting, Forging, Machining, Stamping commodity. Familiarity with metrology equipment and inspection techniques is essential.
• Supplier Assessment and onboarding: Evaluating and developing new and existing suppliers to meet product, quality, and capacity requirements, ensuring compliance with standards - IATF 16949 and ISO 14001.
• Supplier Development and monitoring: Work closely with suppliers and ensure Timken corporate standard and quality requirements are implemented and adhered.
• Technical Support: Acting as a technical coach for suppliers on quality and manufacturing processes, driving improvements in these areas.
• Quality Assurance: Managing supplier quality agreements, KPIs, and conducting audits to ensure supplier compliance.
• Continuous Improvement: Utilizing Lean methodologies, SPC, Capability Studies, and AIAG core tools to drive process improvements and problem-solving.
• Project Management: Leading initiatives related to APQP, PPAP, VA/VE, and NPD, including conducting First Article Inspections and ensuring suppliers meet all quality requirements.
• Stakeholder Management: Building and maintaining strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Communicate efficiently and directly with customer’s/suppliers management
• Hands on approach in supplier management

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.