Quality Engineer

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.

The Sanmina Fremont facility is a full-service enclosure systems solution manufacturing plant. Located in California's Silicon Valley, this facility produces low-to-mid volume New Product Introduction (NPI) runs to full-scale volume. The Fremont facility offers everything from small piece parts to fully integrated and tested systems. Supporting diverse technology sectors including semiconductor, telecommunications, and medical equipment, the Fremont facility offers a wide array of services including sheet metal fabrication, welding, painting and clean room assembly.

As a Senior Quality Engineer, you will be a hands‑on technical leader responsible for ensuring operational excellence. Your role is to resolve complex quality challenges by developing and tracking KPIs, improving in‑house processes, managing supplier performance, and guaranteeing customer satisfaction.

• Maintain and improve the site's Quality Management System to ensure robust compliance with ISO 9001, TL9000, AS 91000 standards.
• Lead and participate in internal and external QMS audits, ensuring audit readiness and driving the timely closure of any findings.
• Own the site's Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA) program, ensuring effective root cause analysis and systemic solutions are implemented.
• Monitor and drive improvements for the Internal Defect Rate, Scrap & Rework Rate, Process Capability (Cpk/Ppk), and Internal NCR/CAR Aging.

• Lead cross‑functional teams to resolve complex quality issues using structured problem‑solving methodologies, including 8D, 5 Whys, and Fishbone diagrams.
• Manage internal Corrective Action Requests (CAR) from initiation to closure, verifying the effectiveness of implemented solutions.
• Champion lean manufacturing and Six Sigma principles to drive continuous improvement projects that enhance product quality, reduce waste, and increase efficiency.

• Develop and execute supplier management strategies to ensure the quality and reliability of incoming materials.
• Plan, schedule, and lead supplier audits to assess QMS compliance, process controls, and capacity.
• Issue and manage Supplier Corrective Action Requests (SCARs) with suppliers, driving them to perform effective root cause analysis and implement lasting corrective actions.
• Conduct regular supplier performance reviews and collaborate with the supply chain team on supplier development initiatives.
• Own and manage supplier performance metrics, including PPM (Parts Per Million), On‑Time Delivery (OTD), SCAR Cycle Time, Cost of Poor Quality (COPQ), and Supplier Scorecards.

• Provide technical expertise in dimensional inspection, utilizing manual inspection tools (calipers, micrometers, height gauges, optical comparators) to verify product conformance to specifications.
• Operate, interpret results from, and provide technical guidance on Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMM).
• Lead Measurement System Analysis (MSA) and Gage R&R studies to ensure the capability and reliability of our measurement systems.

• Act as the Quality representative on NPI teams, participating in Design for Manufacturability (DFM) reviews and developing quality plans, PFMEAs, and process control plans for new products.

• Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or other Engineering field.
• Minimum of 5 years of…