Quality Engineer

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Sanmina Corporation (Nasdaq: SANM) is a leading integrated manufacturing solutions provider serving the fastest-growing segments of the global Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) market. Recognized as a technology leader, Sanmina Corporation provides end-to-end manufacturing solutions, delivering superior quality and support to Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) primarily in the communications networks, defense and aerospace, industrial and semiconductor systems, medical, multimedia, computing and storage, automotive and clean technology sectors.

Sanmina Corporation has facilities strategically located in key regions throughout the world.

Specializing in precision machining and metal fabrication, our Sanmina Newark, California facility has more than 15 years experience in both precision and large format solutions for industrial, semiconductor, aerospace and clean energy technologies. We provide comprehensive engineering services and test capabilities: from in‑house hydrostatic leak testing of medium and large format vacuum chambers to machining of precision stainless steel mechanisms. With state of the art equipment, include large format 5 axis mills and one of the largest CMM’s on the west coast, the Sanmina Newark facility is leading the way in high technology machining.

Sanmina Austin is looking for a knowledgeable and ambitious person to fill a Quality Engineer position. In this role, you will ensure operational excellence and drive quality improvement in advanced machining operations for our high technology customers. The ideal candidate will be a strong technical resource, able to dive into the manufacturing process to develop permanent solutions to quality problems, both in‑house and  quality engineer will be responsible for maintaining the Quality Management System and will be a primary contact for customer quality concerns.

• Lead corrective action teams and utilize quality tools, including 8D, in response to quality issues, including customer concerns.
• Develop, analyze and verify effectiveness of process controls by teaming with engineering to review customer specifications and drawings. Review and update Quality Control Plans and quality checklists.
• Design, document and implement methods and procedures for inspection and test.
• Improving plant quality performance, and customer satisfaction through process improvement techniques such as SPC, FMEA, DOE, Lean manufacturing etc.
• Develop and maintain quality standards for processing materials into partially finished or finished products.
• Support nonconformance documentation and MRB disposition process, including analysis of customer complaints.
• Interface with customers on critical issues as needed.
• Conduct and report on internal audits.
• Participate in engineering CCB’s and assist in the development and refinement of PFMEAs.
• Provide training and mentoring to team members in the development of quality improvement skills and the application of various quality tools.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to ensure the individual with disabilities can perform the essential functions.

• BS degree or higher in Mechanical, Electrical or Industrial Engineering or similar field.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in quality engineering or related area in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with reading and interpreting GD&T requirements.
• Detailed knowledge and hands‑on experience with quality tools including process flowcharts, FMEAs, control plans, CAPA, RCCA and 8D.
• Experience working in an ISO 9001 certified environment. AS9100 a plus.
• Experience implementing Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies including statistical analysis techniques (Design of Experiments, Statistical Process Control (SPC), etc.) preferred.
• Experience with machining and system integration/assembly preferred.
• Experi…