Quality Manager

About the role

As Quality Manager for Sandvik's Rotary Drilling Division in Alachua, Florida, you will lead and evolve the quality function for the assembly operation. Reporting to the VP Supply Chain & Operations, you will play a key leadership role in strengthening product quality, driving operational excellence, and building a high-performing quality organization.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop a team of quality professionals, building capability, ownership, and engagement
• Drive quality performance across incoming, in-process, and final inspection activities
• Strengthen supplier quality through qualification, performance management, and corrective actions
• Lead structured problem-solving initiatives (8D, root cause analysis) to reduce defects and cost of poor quality
• Ensure compliance with ISO 9001 and Sandvik’s Quality Management System
• Partner closely with Operations, Engineering, and Supply Chain to improve process capability and product performance
• Monitor and act on key metrics such as FPY, COPQ, supplier PPM, rework, and warranty trends
• Support quality standards across fabrication, welding, machining, and final assembly

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing, or similar)
• 8+ years of experience in manufacturing quality within heavy equipment, automotive, or industrial environments
• 5+ years of leadership experience managing quality teams
• Strong experience with complex mechanical assemblies, hydraulics, electrical systems, and structural weldments
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional problem solving and deliver measurable improvements
• Authorization to work in the U.S. without sponsorship on an indefinite basis

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Engineering or Business
• ASQ certifications (CQE, CQM)
• Six Sigma certification

Skills

• Data-driven decision making (Excel, Power BI or similar tools)
• Root cause analysis methodologies (8D, 5-Why, Fishbone)
• Metrology and inspection systems
• Knowledge of welding standards (AWS/ASME)

Pay

TBD

Schedule

TBD

Benefits

TBD

Application

To apply, please visit: https://www.sandvik.com/careers

Contact

If you need assistance, contact hrsupport.us@sandvik.com

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are committed to creating an inclusive environment and providing reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities.