QA Engineer 3

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 15 years experience in both precision and large format solutions for industrial, semiconductor, clean technology and oil & gas markets.We provide comprehensive engineering and test capabilities : from in-house and hydrostatic leak-testing of medium and large format vacuum chambers to machining of precision stainless steel mechanisms. We have the capacity to machine components up to 3 meters.Our metal fabrication services include grinding, vacuum welding, heat treating, plating and anodizing. We can process many advanced materials, including aluminum, stainless steel, plastics, ferrous-nonferrous and other exotic alloys

Job Purpose :

Sanmina 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 at suppliers. The quality engineer will be responsible for maintaining the Quality Management System and will be a primary contact for customer quality concerns.

Nature of Duties :

• 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.

Education and Experience Qualifications :

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 accommodation may be made to sure the individual with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job :

This is an ITAR facility and applicant must be a US Citizen or a lawful permanent resident.

Sanmina is an Equal Opportunity Employer - M / F / Veteran / Disability / Sexual Orientation / Gender Identity

Salary Range (annual) : $85,000 - $115,000

In addition, Sanmina Providesa variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and / or personal business.