Job Title: Supplier Quality Engineer (SQE)
We are seeking an exceptional Supplier Quality Engineer (SQE) with experience in electronic assemblies, PCBA, and electronic components. The ideal candidate is eager to learn and grow within an innovative company. The SQE will develop new suppliers and enhance existing supplier performance to support MKS's global sourcing strategies. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work in a collaborative international environment, navigating multiple technologies, systems, processes, organizations, sites, cultures, and practices to understand and resolve issues effectively. The primary goal of the Supplier Quality Engineer is to strengthen supplier partnerships and drive quality improvements through established quality engineering methodologies, systems, and practices.
Key Responsibilities:
Collaborate directly with PCBA, electronic component, and contract manufacturing suppliers, as well as MKS Design Engineering, to resolve design issues that could impact the reliability or quality of MKS products.Identify and implement effective process control systems to support product development, qualification, and manufacturing, ensuring they meet or exceed MKS requirements.Lead departmental or cross-functional initiatives aimed at improving reliability and reducing costs.Act as a quality liaison between suppliers and MKS engineers, commodity managers, and operational buyers to enhance communication and awareness of quality initiatives aligned with organizational goals.Engage suppliers in Six Sigma, value stream mapping, 5S, Kanban, and other MKS business systems to facilitate preventative and corrective actions and continuous improvement.Identify, evaluate, and qualify world-class suppliers focusing on safety, quality, delivery, and cost, while championing ongoing supplier improvement.Qualifications and Skills:
Bachelor of Science degree, preferably in Electrical Engineering, or equivalent experience.Experience with printed circuit board manufacturing, mechanical box build assemblies, SMT assembly, and related electronic components (ICs, diodes, resistors, capacitors, magnetics, MOSFETs, hybrid assemblies).At least 4 years of SQE experience within a diverse supply chain environment.Proficiency with quality tools and methodologies such as SPC, DOE, GR&R, FMEA, CAPA, 8D, complaint investigation, process validation (IQ, OQ, PQ), and familiarity with FDA, ISO/MDD standards, and electronics production standards (IPC600, IPC610, IPC620).Ability to manage complex global initiatives and effectively interact with internal teams and external suppliers to influence decisions and develop solutions in real-time.Willingness to travel up to 25%, including occasional trips to Europe.Note: Certain positions may require access to controlled goods and technologies subject to ITAR or EAR regulations, and applicants may need to be U.S. persons as defined by law.
MKS Instruments, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply. We conduct background checks and drug screening in accordance with applicable laws. We also provide reasonable accommodations during the application and interview process for qualified individuals with disabilities.
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