Quality Engineer

We are currently seeking a Quality Engineer for our client in Sparks, NV. Ideally a candidate with experience in the Automotive Manufacturing arena.

Key Responsibilities:

• Resident Engineer in Reno, Nevada (On-site)
• Coordinate On-site activities related to the supplier approval & selection process, including but not limited to the following:
• Calculate staffing personnel for sorting and/or rework activities
• Follow-up on RFQs with purchasing to close supplier’s payments (account payable)
• Coordinate activities to start with the initial containment actions and their effectiveness
• Develop work Inspection/ Instructions for Sorting and/or Rework purposes and testing equipment selection.
• Provide coaching and training to the Sorting company
• Guide, coordinate and supervise selected sorting companies
• Feedback operations in real-time about product performance
• Provide & follow up on Clean Point Shipment dates, including product traceability and status
• Follow up and and support the filling of information for each SCAR on the Tesla supplier portal, including shipping RMA parts to Sanmina facilities to initiate the root cause analysis process
• Coordinate Root Cause Analysis with their representative Team in Sanmina operations including deep dive information in support of the root cause analysis process
• Align with quality engineering teams to dispose of suspected material
• Understand failure analysis based on product schematics drawings, product/process diagrams, layouts and any other customer requirement and/or specifications
• Maintain quality performance metrics at incoming material & warehousing operations
• Establish positive relationships with Staff SQE Manager to meet & exceed customer’s expectations and directions
• Interact with Sanmina Plant Organizations to comply with company policy, processes and procedures
• Responsible for providing frequent reports on the performance of Sanmina finished products at Tesla factory
• Responsible for a real-time communication of potential Sanmina issues in Tesla factory, including the initiation of the Sanmina escalation process
• Support activities related to QIP (Quality Improvement Plan) to align Supplier Quality Metrics in Target

Competence Requirements:

• IATF16949 standard & automotive quality management system
• AIAG Core Tools (PFMEAs, PPAP, Control Plans, process flow diagrams)
• Problem solving methodologies such as 8D methodology, ishikawa diagram, fault tree analysis, hypothesis table, three-legs five whys, etc
• General knowledge in IPC-A-610 & JEDEC standards.
• General knowledge in manufacturing methods of electronic printed circuit board assemblies
• General knowledge in manufacturing methods of modular assemblies, including testing (automation is preferable)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs (excel, powerpoint, word, email)
• Overall knowledge of the SAP, Oracle and Agile applications
• Understand quality methodologies knowledge on measurement system analysis & statistical tools such as process control/charts, SPC, GR&R and CpKs

Skills:

• Capable of providing constructive feedback and maintain confidentiality of sensitive and proprietary information
• Effective verbal and written communication skills in English along with strong attention to detail, flexibility, and prioritization
• Team leadership while demonstrating reliability, initiative, and desire to learn and teach
• Be able to work in a fast pace environment and flexibility on a changing work schedule

Relevant work experience:

• 4 years of experience in the automotive industry or similar
• Demonstrate working experience and knowledge in the automotive quality management system
• Technical savvy on electronics engineering applications
• Green belt on six sigma is preferable

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Electronics, Mechanical, Industrial Engineering or similar.
• English proficiency required (bilingual to Spanish language is preferable)

Job Title: Quality Engineer

Type of Role: Contract

Shift / Hours: Day Shift

Location: Sparks, NV 89437

Hourly Range: $35.00 - $45.00/HR

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