Requisition ID 23111 Job Category Manufacturing Career level Professional Contract type Permanent Location Bengaluru IN About SKF SKF started its operations in India in 1923 Today SKF provides industry leading automotive and industrial engineered solutions through its five technology-centric platforms bearings and units seals mechatronics lubrication solutions and services Over the years the company has evolved from being a pioneer ball bearing manufacturing company to a knowledge-driven engineering company helping customers achieve sustainable and competitive business excellence SKF s solutions provide sustainable ways for companies across the automotive and industrial sectors to achieve breakthroughs in friction reduction energy efficiency and equipment longevity and reliability With a strong commitment to research-based innovation SKF India offers customized value-added solutions that integrate all its five technology platforms To know more please visit www skf com in SKF Purpose Statement Together we re-imagine rotation for a better tomorrow By creating intelligent and clean solutions for people and the planet JOB DESCRIPTION Position Title Process Development Expert - Rolling elements and Should Costing Reports To Head - SQA SD Role Type Individual Contributor Location Pune or Bangalore Purpose of the role Work in a team environment as a key resource closely engaged with SKF Engineering AE PE ME and SKF Suppliers with a mission to improve Customer Experience by actively contributing in shaping the future of SKF Supply Base that is highly capable aligned evolving and cost competitive Responsibilities include selection and robust process design of suppliers supporting qualification of new components with first time right approach critical root cause analysis on complex supplier related field issues developing new existing suppliers to reduce cost increase capacity and risk assessment of suppliers to ensure process conformance Also works with Suppliers on technology development Sustainability and innovation initiatives Responsibilities Supplier Cost Engineering -Release of Cost Engineering tools for each category For example Material Change matrix Process change matrix Should Costing tools for each category including simulation modules for optimization of raw material on forging and casting processes in line with supplier capability Identify Cost Reduction opportunities through VAVE Process Capability Improvement Supplier Change Process Change Deliver on annual supplier cost reduction SCoRe project targets Improve the consistency of Supplier quotations from Customer RFQ to Award by use of Scientific Methods on Should Costing right process selection and clarity on requirements and specifications to Suppliers Collaborate with suppliers on creating Innovation projects that push the envelope in the Bearing industry forward Supplier Process Development -Be a process expert in given technology such as Metal Making Steel Heat Treatment HRR or Metal Forming Forging Casting Sheet Metal Forming Sintering etc or Metal Cutting Balls Rollers Grinding Machining etc and release DFM Guidelines for respective Categories collaborating with suppliers while deeply understanding their capabilities limitations Engage Early on NPDs Projects and conduct Supplier Selection Manufacturing Capability Risk Assessment in collaboration with the Category Managers Work with Engineering AE ME PE team to define process parameters and criteria to ensure supplier process capability is effective to meet product and process requirements at an optimal cost Wherever process capability is lacking ensure appropriate changes are done to drawing or alternative risk mitigations are in place Be accountable for all approval projects NPDs execution following Supplier Selection Risk Assessment for a given Category Lead as key person supplier approval projects agreed with related Category Managers until right start of production ZD at SOP in coordination with other departments such as product development for specifications and application laboratory for metallurgical tests factory for manufacturing tests etc Conduct supplier Process design and PPAPs for all High-Risk Projects CTQ CPK 2 Implement Statistical Process controls at suppliers wherever processes are critical conduct measurement systems analysis and DoEs using factorial design or Taguchi Methods during process design Develop Suppliers by training on Value Stream Mapping Six Sigma and DFSS methodologies Positively influence the timeline for SKF s proposal on Customer RFQs by improving supplier s quote responses through use of Supplier Capability matrix and selection of right supplier with right cost and capability to participate in the Quotation process Assessments Audits -Assess new and existing suppliers for performance cost quality and delivery using Supplier Maturity assessment that brings 360-degree view of Suppliers including Supplier Capability Process Capability and QMS Effectiveness also covering requirements for TS 16949 ISO 14001 and other applicable customer and internal system and reputation requirements Conduct CQI Audits as necessary Relationship Management -Develop positive relationships and work closely with Category Managers to manage implement and track supplier engineering design changes capacity studies and New Product Introductions and transfers Develop strong relationship with suppliers as a key technical advisor on SKF requirements Develop Strong positive relations with Engineering teams PE AE ME as well as Test Labs within SKF Be a SPOC for BU PL and act as a Program Manager for all other TDEs during NMO ASO ETO New product development Skills -Experience in developing and implementing vendor qualifications Knowledge of quality and business systems Commercial and financial acumen Solid knowledge of Advanced Product Quality Planning APQP Production Part Approval Process PPAP Failure Mode and Effect Analysis FMEA Vast experience with cross functional management Understanding and interpretation of engineering drawings GD T Expert on manufacturing processes and process design Good communication and interpersonal skills Strong negotiation and influential skills Numerically astute with strong problem-solving skills and expertise to develop and execute objectives for self and others and the ability to impact short-term and some long-term business goals Candidate Profile Education and Experience Master s degree with 8-12 years experience or PhD with 5-8 years experience in Experience in Process Engineering or Manufacturing Engineering Six Sigma Black Belt Certified DFSS Trained If interested please share your updated profile supriya joshi skf com

📌 Process Development Expert - Rolling Elements And Should Costing (Karnataka)
🏢 SKF
📍 Karnataka