Senior Quality Engineer

Quality Planning:

• Develop and maintain quality control plans, procedures, and standards for equipment manufacturing.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Engineering, Manufacturing, Logistics and Supply Chain) to identify and mitigate quality risks.

• Establish quality objectives and metrics (e.g., defect rate, yield, throughput).

Quality Assurance:

• Conduct audits and inspections to ensure compliance with quality standards (e.g., ISO 9001, AS9100, SEMI S2).

• Monitor production processes to identify opportunities for improvement.

• Analyze data to identify trends and root causes of quality issues.

Quality Control:

• Develop and implement inspection protocols for equipment and components.

• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements (e.g., SEMI, CE, UL).

• Conduct training for production staff on quality procedures.

Problem-Solving and Continuous Improvement:

• Investigate and resolve quality issues using tools like 8D, Fishbone, and Pareto analysis.

• Implement corrective actions and preventive measures.

• Lead or participate in continuous improvement initiatives (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma).

Industry-Specific Requirements:

• Familiarity with semiconductor industry standards (SEMI, ISO 14644).

• Knowledge of cleanroom protocols and contamination control.

• Understanding of equipment reliability and maintainability.

Documentation and Reporting:

• Maintain quality records and documentation (e.g., Device Master Records).

• Prepare and submit quality reports to management.

• Communicate quality performance to stakeholders.

Collaboration and Training:

• Work with design engineers to ensure design for manufacturability (DFM) and design for reliability (DFR).

• Collaborate with supplier quality engineers and suppliers to ensure quality of incoming components.

• Provide training on quality procedures and standards.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (e.g., Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial), Quality Engineering, or related field.

• 3+ years of experience in quality engineering or a related field in the semiconductor industry.

• ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) or Certified Quality Technician (CQT) preferred.

• Experience with front-end equipment manufacturing is preferred.

• Strong knowledge of quality management principles (e.g., ISO 9001, Lean, Six Sigma).

• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.

• Proficient in statistical process control (SPC) and quality tools.

• Familiarity with industry-specific software (e.g., SAP, Oracle, AGILE).

• Ability to read and interpret Engineering drawings is required.

• Excellent time management, organizational, and problem-solving skills

• Possess good communication, meticulous and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to interact with internal stakeholders.

• Ability to work as a team, as well as independently.