Process Engineer

Job Purpose

The Process Engineer role involves establishing and evaluating manufacturing processes, with a strong focus on soldering, conformal coating, potting processes, and fixture development and implementation.

Responsibilities

• Provide programming support and technical assistance for manufacturing equipment.
• Improve and implement operational methodologies, set up Design of Experiments (DOEs), and create reports and presentations.
• Lead continuous improvement projects focused on defect reduction, pFMEAs, cost savings, and corrective and preventive action plans.
• Support daily manufacturing production activities and processes by providing tooling and Design for Manufacturability feedback.
• Monitor and improve process efficiencies and product manufacturing quality, and coordinate process resolution with team members, assuring the planned production output.
• Provide technical leadership and training to production teams.
• Work with the quality engineering team to manage non-conforming materials.
• Analyze failures based on product drawings, product/process diagrams, layouts, and customer specifications.
• Build positive relationships with customer staff to meet and exceed expectations.
• Interact with production teams to ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Ensure real-time communication of potential Sanmina issues on the production line, including initiating the Sanmina escalation process as needed.
• Support activities related to the customer's Quality Improvement Plan to align with Quality Metrics.

Requirements

• Competence Requirements:
• PFMEAs, PPAP, Control Plans, process flow diagrams development
• Understanding of quality methodologies, including measurement system analysis and statistical tools such as process control charts, SPC, GR\&R, and CpKs
• Understanding of problem-solving methodologies like 8D, fault tree analysis, and the 5 Whys
• General knowledge of IPC-A-610 and JEDEC standards
• General knowledge of manufacturing methods for electronic printed circuit board assemblies, modular assemblies, and complete systems including testing
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Email)
• Overall knowledge of the Agile application
• IATF16949 standard and automotive quality management system is a plus.
• Skills:
• Ability to provide constructive feedback and maintain confidentiality of sensitive information
• Effective verbal and written communication skills in English, with strong attention to detail, flexibility, and prioritization
• Team leadership skills, demonstrating reliability, initiative, and a desire to learn and teach
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with a flexible schedule
• Relevant Experience:
• 3+ years of experience in the electronics industry
• Experience and knowledge of automotive quality management systems
• Technical proficiency in electronics engineering applications
• Green Belt certification in Six Sigma is preferable
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Electronics, Mechanical, Industrial Engineering, or a related field
• English proficiency required

Qualifications

• Sanmina is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Benefits

• Salary Range(annual): $90,000 - $115,000
• The total rewards package also includes 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, and, depending on the role, may include eligibility for restricted stock unit awards and participation in a discretionary bonus program.