Central Quality Manager
Mount Pleasant, TX - USA
Job Summary
- Ensure compliance with industry standards such as ISO 9001 and customer-specific quality requirements for electronics manufacturing
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean Six Sigma and root cause analysis focused on SMT processes
- Oversee internal and external audits including preparation execution and corrective action follow-up
- Monitor and analyze key quality metrics including first pass yield (FPY) defects per million opportunities (DPMO) scrap and customer returns
- Develop and implement quality KPIs and dashboards specific to SMT PCBA and test processes
- Collaborate with Production Process Engineering Test Engineering Supplier Quality and Customer Quality teams to resolve quality issues
- Establish and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) work instructions and quality documentation for SMT lines
- Lead cross-functional teams in problem-solving activities related to solder defects component placement and test failures
- Support new product introduction (NPI) processes including DFM/DFA reviews process validation and pilot builds
- Review and approve control plans PFMEA and process validation activities for SMT and assembly processes
- Oversee quality performance of SMT processes including stencil printing pick-and-place reflow AOI ICT and functional testing
- Manage customer complaints and ensure timely resolution with effective corrective actions
- Serve as a key point of contact for customer quality escalations audits and technical discussions
- Oversee supplier quality performance for electronic components and PCB suppliers in partnership with Supply Chain
- Drive incoming in-process and final inspection strategies including AOI X-ray inspection and visual inspection standards
- Implement and maintain statistical process control (SPC) and data-driven decision-making across SMT lines
- Train and mentor team members on IPC standards quality tools and electronics manufacturing best practices
- Ensure compliance with IPC standards such as IPC-A-610 and J-STD-001
- Identify risks within SMT processes and implement controls to prevent defects such as solder bridges tombstoning and insufficient solder
- Support digitalization and automation of quality systems including MES and traceability systems
- Partner with leadership to define quality strategy and long-term improvement roadmap for electronics manufacturing
- Lead containment activities and rapid response efforts for major quality issues impacting production or customers
- Other Duties as assigned
- Bachelors Degree in Engineering Quality Manufacturing or related field preferred
- 5 years of experience in quality management within SMT PCBA or electronics manufacturing environment preferred; 5 years in quality management required
- Strong knowledge of Quality Management Systems (QMS) and ISO standards
- Experience with SMT processes including stencil printing pick-and-place reflow AOI ICT and functional testing
- Experience with Lean Six Sigma and continuous improvement methodologies
- Proven experience leading audits root cause analysis and corrective action processes
- Experience with PFMEA control plans and process validation preferred
- Knowledge of IPC standards such as IPC-A-610 and J-STD-001 preferred
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a data-driven mindset
- Excellent communication and leadership skills with the ability to influence cross-functional teams
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced production environment
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel Word PowerPoint)
- Experience with MES ERP or quality management software systems preferred
- Ability to sit stand and walk in an office and production environment and lift up to 25 pounds
- Comprehensive benefits package including medical dental and vision insurance coverage.
- Basic life insurance and short-term disability coverage provided by employer.
- Supplemental life insurance and long-term disability coverage options available.
- 401K with employer contribution.
- Personal Vacation and Holiday paid time off for all full-time employees.
- Onsite Aurora Health & Wellness Center available for all employees.
- Employees are continuously encouraged to learn and grow their careers in smart manufacturing.
Required Experience:
Manager
About Company
Foxconn's Science and Technology Park located in Wisconsin is a 3,000-acre campus. Over $1 Billion has been invested by Foxconn in its development in Mt. Pleasant, Wisconsin. The Foxconn Wisconsin project has captured the attention of future developers and partners across the world.