San Jose, CA, US Regional Director of Quality Engineering

Requisition ID: 98159-0

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.

Job Purpose:

As Quality Director the role will be responsible for developing a world class quality culture and drive region wide continuous improvement projects that result in unparalleled quality performance. You will have the opportunity to reinforce foundational quality principles, as we develop innovative manufacturing, test, inspection and automation processes to build high quality semiconductor, defense and data infrastructure products. This position will be responsible for managing, coordinating and administering all functions of the region’s Quality Management System.

Nature of Duties/Responsibilities:

• Lead and mentor QA organizations.
• Be an outspoken advocate for Quality First throughout the region
• Expediently and effectively communicate with customers on quality escapes, visits, escalations, etc.
• Help maintain and improve the site QMS (including NCR and CAPA system, internal audit, training, etc.)
• Responsible for ensuring effective quality planning (including PFMEAs, process flows and control plans) for NPI and production parts.
• Help maintain the site QMS compliance with ISO 9001:2015 and TL9000, ISO 13485, FDA registration  and any other regulatory compliance in line with the factory center of excellence
• Act as advisory to developing additional sources of data and tracking and reporting key Quality-related performance indicators (KPIs), including first pass yield,  scrap rates and statistical process control.
• Oversight of managing and improving site supplier quality
• Be an advocate for lean and six sigma manufacturing principles and drive continuous improvement
• Drive cross functional projects with manufacturing, supply chain, and engineering to verify and validate existing manufacturing processes and capabilities
• Coordinate development of Quality Plan and participate in Design for Manufacturability (DFM) reviews for new customer on-boarding
• Address process yields by driving cross-functional teams to develop and implement corrective actions utilizing a methodical approach (DMAIC) to root cause and continuous improvement.

 Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree required, Mechanical, Aerospace, Industrial or Mfg Engineering preferred
• 10+ years of Quality Engineering or Management experience in a regulated manufacturing environment. Printed circuit board experience is a plus but not required
• 5+ years of direct people management
• Knowledge of IPC-6012 and  IPC-A-600 desired
• Demonstrated experience working directly with customers to resolve concerns, conduct audits and host visits
• Understanding of ISO 9001:2015,  AS9100, TL-9000, ISO-14385, ISO-14001, MIL-PRF-31032 or similar standards with demonstrated success in passing certification audits
• Expert level knowledge of root cause analysis techniques and corrective action
• Hands on experience working with suppliers to improve quality
• Knowledge of lean principles (Green or Black belt certification a plus)
• Knowledge and experience in the application of statistical process control
• Demonstrated experience leading diverse teams in a dynamic environment required
• Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills required
• Open-minded self-starter with the ability to adapt, improvise and problem solve, as well manage multiple tasks and projects and concisely explain complex issues supported with data.
• Excellent analytical abilities and comprehensive understanding of quality toolbox (SPC, 8D, FMEA, Control Plans, etc.)

Sanmina is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Salary Range (annual): $140,000 - $165,000

Actual base pay within this range (determined at the offer stage) will be based on a candidate's years of relevant work experience, education, certifications, and skills, and is just one element of our total rewards package.  The total rewards package also includes a 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 and, depending on the role, may include eligibility for restricted stock unit awards and participation in a discretionary bonus program.