Lead process troubleshooting and root cause investigations for manufacturing issues.
Drive yield, throughput, and cycle-time improvement initiatives.
Establish process controls to ensure stable and repeatable production performance.
Monitor process capability (Cp/Cpk) and implement corrective actions when required.
2. New Product Introduction (NPI)
Lead DFM and DFA reviews during product development.
Support manufacturing readiness activities for new product introduction.
Define manufacturing process requirements, tooling, fixtures, and equipment.
Lead pilot builds, engineering builds, and production ramp-up activities.
Develop manufacturing documentation and train production personnel.
Manage product transfer activities between sites or customers.
3. SMT Process Optimization
Optimize the following process areas
Solder paste printing
Placement processes
Reflow profiles
AOI inspection programs
SPI inspection strategies
Selective soldering parameters
Wave soldering parameters
Establish process windows and operating limits.
Improve first-pass yield and reduce defect opportunities.
Analyze defect trends and implement sustainable corrective actions.
4. Equipment & Automation
Lead equipment selection, qualification, installation, and commissioning.
Support SMT printers, pick-and-place machines, reflow ovens, SPI systems, AOI systems, X-Ray systems, and selective soldering equipment.
Develop and implement automation solutions to improve productivity.
Support Industry 4.0 manufacturing initiatives and digitalization programs.
5. Quality & Validation
Lead IQ, OQ, PQ, Process Validation, and Test Method Validation activities.
Perform Gauge R&R, MSA, SPC, and process capability studies.
Review and update PFMEA, Control Plans, and Risk Assessments.
Support customer, ISO, and regulatory audits.
Ensure compliance with IPC standards and customer requirements.
6. Continuous Improvement
Lead Lean Manufacturing initiatives.
Facilitate DMAIC projects, Kaizen events, Value Stream Mapping, and OEE improvement projects.
Drive cost reduction through yield improvement, labor optimization, material savings, automation, and cycle-time reduction.
Establish KPI dashboards and performance monitoring systems.
7. Technical Leadership
Mentor Process Engineers and Manufacturing Engineers.
Provide technical coaching to technicians and production teams.
Lead cross-functional problem-solving activities.
Interface directly with customers regarding technical challenges and improvement initiatives.
Lead engineering reviews and manufacturing readiness assessments.
TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS
SMT & PCBA Expertise
Strong technical knowledge of
SMT process development
Stencil design and solder paste technology
Pick-and-place programming
Reflow profiling and optimization
AOI and SPI systems
X-Ray inspection techniques
Wave soldering
Selective soldering
PCB defect analysis
Conformal coating processes
PCBA assembly technologies
Engineering Tools
Proficiency in
SPC and Minitab
DMAIC and Lean Six Sigma
PFMEA, Process Flow Diagrams, and Control Plans
8D Methodology, Fishbone Analysis, and 5 Why Analysis
Time Study and Capacity Analysis
AutoCAD (preferred)
MES and manufacturing systems
Quality & Compliance
Strong understanding of
IPC-A-610
IPC J-STD-001
IPC-7711/7721
ISO 9001
ISO 13485 (preferred)
FDA 21 CFR Part 820 (preferred)
ESD control programs
Change control systems
CAPA processes
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
Education
Bachelor's Degree in Electronics, Electrical, Manufacturing, Mechanical, Industrial Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
Minimum Experience
8+ years of SMT/PCBA manufacturing engineering experience.
Minimum 5 years supporting high-volume SMT production.
Experience with NPI, process validation, and yield improvement.
Preferred Experience
10+ years in electronics manufacturing services (EMS).
Experience in a major EMS or equivalent high-mix electronics manufacturing environment.
Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification.
Experience leading manufacturing transfer projects and multi-site deployments.
KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS
Performance Measure
First Pass Yield (FPY)
Defect Rate (DPMO/PPM)
OEE Improvement
SMT Placement Efficiency
Reflow Yield
Cost Reduction Achievement
Cycle Time Reduction
NPI Ramp Success
Corrective Action Closure
Customer Quality Performance
Equipment Utilization
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