Sanmina Corporation (Nasdaq: SANM) is a leading integrated manufacturing solutions provider serving the fastest-growing segments of the global Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) market. Recognized as a technology leader, Sanmina Corporation provides end-to-end manufacturing solutions, delivering superior quality and support to Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) primarily in the communications networks, defense and aerospace, industrial and semiconductor systems, medical, multimedia, computing and storage, automotive and clean technology sectors. Sanmina Corporation has facilities strategically located in key regions throughout the world.

Specializing in precision machining and metal fabrication, our Sanmina Corporation (Nasdaq: SANM)  Newark and Fremont California facilities have more than 20 years experience in both precision machining and large format frames solutions for industrial, semiconductor, aerospace and clean energy technologies. We provide comprehensive engineering services and test capabilities: from in-house leak testing of vacuum chambers to complex cleanroom assembly to machining of precision stainless steel mechanisms. With state of the art equipment, include large format 5 axis mills and one of the largest CMM’s on the west coast, the Sanmina is leading the way in high technology machining and metal fabrication.

Summary of Position:

Sanmina is looking for a knowledgeable and ambitious person to fill a Supplier Quality Engineer position. This position may be based out of either the Fremont or Newark, CA locations. In this role, you will support Sanmina’s growth by helping to identify, qualify and monitor the performance of outsources vendors and outside processers. You will also support investigations into supplier quality issues that affect customer deliveries and impact production. Typical suppliers include coaters and cleaners, raw material providers and other outsourced manufacturing processes such as rough machine, brazing and welding. The ideal candidate will be a strong technical resource, able to evaluate both the efficacy of supplier quality management systems and the technical merits of supplier manufacturing processes and controls.

Nature of Duties/Responsibilities:

• Lead new supplier qualification activities, including on-site assessments and capability reviews
• Understand and prioritize supplier quality issues and performance by analyzing key supplier performance data. Present metrics and improvement plans to management.
• Engage with key suppliers to assess conditions preventing quality and delivery execution. Assist the supplier as required in developing and executing recovery plans.
• Proactively partner with key suppliers to refine and enhance products and processes by applying continuous improvement and key lean manufacturing/production principles and techniques to assure quality of goods and services provided.
• Assist in improving and refining the supplier qualification and risk assessment processes
• Perform source inspection when required at local vendors
• Communicate and coordinate directly with customers to provide timely response to customer quality escapes from suppliers

Education and Experience:

• BS degree or higher in Mechanical, Electrical or Industrial Engineering or similar field
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in Supplier Quality with direct experience performing supplier on-boarding, qualification activities.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in a manufacturing environment or working with suppliers where machining, metal fabrication, cleaning, coating processes, etc. were performed
• Proven ability to improve supplier quality through direct engagement, performance data analysis, and supplier corrective action requests
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills required
• Experience with reading and interpreting GD&T requirements required
• Detailed knowledge and hands on experience with quality tools including process flowcharts, FMEA’s, control plans, CAPA, RCCA and 8D required
• Experience working in an ISO 9001 certified environment required
• Experience implementing Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies including statistical analysis techniques (Design of Experiments, Statistical Process Control (SPC), etc) preferred
• Certified Green or Black belt a plus
• Internal audit experience a plus
• Experience using Microsoft Office/Google Workspace required
• Expected travel is less than 25%
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds. 
• Must be able to perform visual inspection.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job:

• The employee may be exposed to dust, oil, coolant, and noise.
• The usual noise level in the work environment is moderate to high.
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be able to adapt to frequent changes to work processes.
• Must be able to interface with customers on a daily basis with little to no notice

This is an ITAR facility and applicant must be a US Citizen or a lawful permanent resident

Salary Range (annual): $100,000 - $137,000

In addition, Sanmina Provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.