Sr. Quality Engineer

TTM Technologies • San Diego, CA

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About The Position

TTM Technologies, Inc. is a leading global manufacturer of technology products, including mission systems, radio frequency (“RF”) components, RF microwave/microelectronic assemblies, and technologically advanced printed circuit boards (“PCB”s). TTM stands for time-to-market, representing how TTM's time-critical, one-stop design, engineering and manufacturing services enable customers to reduce the time required to develop new products and bring them to market. Working under the general supervision of management, this position has a broad scope of responsibility for performing complex tasks. The Senior Quality Engineer is responsible to support Quality Engineering activities in the organization, to provide leadership on structured problem-solving teams and to proactively promote and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement and customer satisfaction.

Requirements

• Working knowledge of IPC, MIL-31032, ISO9001/AS9100 standards and/or similar quality systems
• Proven analytical and problem-solving skills, including statistical data analysis and interpretation, as well as the ability to develop, implement, and drive improvement plans and project teams to successful completion
• Strong background in the use and understanding of key manufacturing performance metrics
• Excellent computer skills with knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook
• Excellent interpersonal skills; willingness to be part of a team as well as the ability to work effectively with all levels of the organization
• Excellent written and spoken communication skills to interact professionally with customers and suppliers
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related subject matter. In lieu of education, must have 5-7 years of relevant experience.
• 3-5 years of relevant experience in quality or manufacturing engineering in an electronics manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the TTM 9CI standardized Continuous Improvement Toolbox to drive performance improvements.
• Manage the Customer Satisfaction, Process Failure Mode and Effects Analysis, 6S/Visual Management, Total Productive Maintenance, Jidoka/Andon, Zero Defect program, 8D Problem Solving, Quality Alerts, and Design of Experiments
• Responsible in the development of the Zero-Defect approach and to execute a reduction in customer quality escapes and complaints
• Lead and support 8D Problem solving activities associated with escalated internal and customer issues (tCAP)
• Responsible for coordinating, testing, and reporting customer required 3rd party testing and monitor testing procedures and processes to ensure tests performed are done according to item specifications, protocols and standard test methods.
• Review supplier quality data and non-conformances.
• Provide dispositions of suspect supplier parts and work with the supplier/manufacture on corrective action and implementation or escape prevention through the use of quality inspection plans and quality specifications.
• Ensure parts and components as received for inspection in the most efficient manner while maintaining the high quality standards required
• Work to continuously drive performance Improvement - KPI performance to Bronze rating or above in NA
• Acts as liaison Team leader between departments and makes independent decisions to insure adherence to quality and reliability procedures
• Facilitate the sharing of best practices across NA sites to foster a more effective and collaborative approach to growth, efficiency, and continuous improvement.
• Support additional projects as needed (Customer Spec Review, Engineering Projects, etc.)
• As needed participate in internal quality audits
• Provide training and support to the rest of the organization on the quality system, quality tools (pareto charts, SPC, structured problem solving, etc.) and related topics
• Other related duties and assignments as required

Benefits

• TTM offers a variety of health and well-being benefit programs. Benefit options include medical, dental, vision, 401k, flexible spending and health savings accounts, accident benefits, life insurance, disability benefits, paid vacation & holidays.
• Benefits are available on the 1st of the month following date of hire.
• For some positions, only PTO and holiday benefits are offered.
• An annual or quarterly company bonus may apply based on position assignment.
• Positions hired for alternative shift may be eligible for a shift premium based on the assigned shift and location.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level