Founded in 1976, Samtec is a privately held, $950 million global manufacturer of abroad line of electronic interconnect solutions, including High-Speed Board-to-Board,High-Speed Cables, Mid-Board and Panel Optics, Precision RF, Flexible Stacking, andMicro/Rugged components and cables. Samtec Technology Centers are dedicated todeveloping and advancing technologies, strategies and products to optimize both theperformance and cost of a system from the bare die to an interface 100 meters away,and all interconnect points in between. With 40+ international locations and productssold in more than 125 different countries, Samtecs global presence enables itsunmatched customer service.
The Supplier Quality Engineer position will investigate component quality problems caused by an external Samtec supplier. Investigations will include testing, process verification and engineering reviews. This position will work with managers and engineering groups to solve quality problems both internally and externally.Essential Functions/ Responsibilities:
Identify root cause of quality issues and execution of product quality improvements through preventive or corrective actions.
Ensure site compliance to Samtec QMS to maintain ISO 9001 certification and other certifications.
Ensure compliance to ITAR requirements.
Engage with suppliers on quality issues and generate detailed 8D reports including root cause analysis, corrective and preventive actions.
Work with manufacturing quality, process engineering, product engineering, and/or operations to investigate root cause of quality issues and define corrective and preventive actions.
Study and recommend techniques to improve product and process control methods with suppliers.
Own any quality assurance objectives established by upper management and work with operations staff to ensure the objectives are met.
Support audits for compliance to procedures and work instructions according to the internal audit schedule.
Manage assigned projects and ensure they are completed in a timely manner.
Supplier Quality: Provide support and act as the voice of Samtec for supplier manufacturing regarding change management, defective material and product qualifications.
The responsibilities as defined are intended to serve as a general guideline for this position. Associates may be asked to perform additional tasks depending on strengths and capabilities.Required Experience:
2 5 Years experience in a Quality role
Familiarity with ISO 9001
Working knowledge of 8D problem solving methodology
Detail oriented problem solver with good analytical skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Excellent interpersonal skills in relating to both internal and external customers
Able to manage competing priorities and make sound decisions in a fluid environment
Related job experience as Process Engineering or Quality Assurance Engineer is highly desirable
Problem solving skills and thinking outside of the box are traits that are highly desired
Solid Understanding of ASME Y14.5-2009
Preferred Experience:
Familiarity with assembly process of small parts
Familiarity with:
PCB manufacturing
Progressive stamping
Injection Molding
Electroplating
Solid understanding of Engineering Principles including but not limited to
Statics
Dynamics
Interferences
Thermal Expansion
Material Properties
Familiarity with IATF 16949 and VDA
Working knowledge of FMEA, SPC, CpK, GRR, Lean, and DOE
Education:
Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electronic, Chemical, Material Science or equivalent).
SAMTEC, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to creating a diverse environment. All employment decisions at Samtec are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, pregnancy or parental status, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender and/or gender identity/expression, marital status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws.
