Manufacturing Quality Engineer

Job Highlights

Company Profile

Ultra Clean Holdings (UCT) is a leading developer and supplier of critical subsystems, components, parts, ultra-high purity cleaning, and analytical services primarily for the semiconductor industry.

Job Profile

The company is seeking a Manufacturing Quality Engineer with knowledge of mechanical/electrical parts for semiconductor wafer fabrication equipment.

Education Level

• Bachelor’s Degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, manufacturing engineering, or equivalent experience.

Work Experience

• 7+ years of related experience in high-technology manufacturing, preferably in semiconductor capital equipment or related industry.
• ASQ CQA, CQT, or CQE Certification (preferred)
• Experience in or knowledge of standard fabrication practices of structural frame, sheet metal fabrication, and precision machining process (Aluminum /Stainless Steel).
• Expertise in mechanical drawing interpretation using ASME Y14.5 (Dimensioning and Tolerancing).
• Hands-on experience in supplier assessment, qualification, audit, and quality management
• Hands-on experience with ISO 9001 or equivalent quality management systems and tools.
• Hands-on knowledge of problem-solving methodologies (8D, 5 why’s, DOE, PFMEA, etc.) and quality engineering experience (required)

Duties/Responsibilities

• Conduct supplier technical/quality process audits and risk assessments. Drive closure on improvement actions.
• Conducts supplier assessments (emphasizing manufacturing capabilities and quality management systems) of new and existing suppliers.
• Drive failure analysis on non-conformance materials caused by suppliers and closure on non-conformance reports.
• Drive first article qualification at supplier by providing technical expertise.
• Ensures suppliers’ manufacturing processes are in place to produce reliable products in a repeatable manner; develops and audits quality control systems.
• Interface with internal customers on quality issues and actively participate in failure analysis and corrective action efforts.
• Manages supplier or product qualification projects and provides regular updates to management.
• Provide supplier quality executive summary monthly to management.
• Provide technical/quality training to suppliers.
• Provides expertise in manufacturing processes for mechanical and electrical components such as structural frames, sheet metals, welding, precise machined parts, electrical cables/harnesses, etc.
• Will require frequent travel to suppliers for on-site audits and meetings.
• Work with cross-functional team to complete periodic supplier scorecards and drive improvement.

Skills/Knowledge/Abilities

• Ability for good written and verbal communication of technical content in English is required.
• Strong passion and an aptitude for problem-solving in a collaborative team environment are required.
• Strong project management skills are required.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Software – Excel, Word, and PowerPoint are required.
• Working knowledge in the application of Lean/Six Sigma.
• Working knowledge in the use and application of SPC.

Work Environment

• Work is performed primarily in a manufacturing, office, warehouse, or cleanroom environment.
• The ability to talk on the phone and use the computer for extended periods may be required.
• May involve exposure to moderate noise levels from printers, faxes, computers, etc.
• Required to wear personal protective equipment where applicable.
• Subject to hazards including electrical current, moving mechanical parts, and exposure to chemicals.

Physical Demands

• Ability to climb, stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, walk, push, pull and grasp.
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs.
• Ability to lift over 25 lbs. with assistance.
• Ability to move arms, hands, and fingers.
• Ability to sit or stand for sustained periods.
• Required to have visual acuity to perform assigned tasks.
• Ability to sit for sustained periods.

Benefits/Perks

• The company offers an excellent benefits package to all full-time employees which includes medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and paid time off.

Employer’s Statement

Ultra Clean Technology is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The company considers all qualified applicants regardless of their race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, marital status, and any other characteristic protected under laws and regulations.