Role Objective
The Quality Engineer is responsible for ensuring process quality, defect prevention, and compliance across Surface Mount Technology (SMT)–based manufacturing and assembly operations. The role focuses on inline quality control, process capability, failure containment, and continuous improvement, ensuring stable manufacturing performance and adherence to internal and customer quality standards.
Key Responsibilities
A. Manufacturing Line Quality Ownership (SMT Operations)
- Own end‑to‑end quality performance for assigned SMT manufacturing and assembly lines.
- Ensure first‑pass yield (FPY), DPPM, and defect rate targets are achieved.
- Monitor line startup, SMT changeovers, and production runs for quality compliance.
- Ensure operations run within approved SMT process windows and specifications.
B. Process Control & Defect Prevention
Implement and maintain process controls for SMT manufacturing, including:
- Control Plans
- PFMEA linkage
- SPC monitoring for SMT‑critical parameters
Drive defect prevention related to:
- SMT assembly and handling defects
- Soldering and interconnect issues
- Placement, polarity, and orientation defects
- Inspection and test fallout
Lead root cause analysis using:
- 5‑Why
- Fishbone
- DOE and data‑based analysis
C. Inline Inspection & Quality Monitoring
Interface with SMT inline inspection and test systems, such as:
- SPI, AOI, X‑ray (AXI)
- In‑process and end‑of‑line testing
- Visual inspection and acceptance criteria
Ensure inspection programs and criteria are:
- Correctly defined
- Controlled and validated
- Aligned with internal SMT standards and customer requirements
Validate inspection effectiveness and optimize false rejects.
D. Non‑Conformance & CAPA Management
- Own internal non‑conformances and SMT manufacturing rejects.
- Lead containment, corrective, and preventive actions (CAPA).
- Verify effectiveness of corrective actions before closure.
- Support MRB decisions and disposition controls.
E. Change Management & NPI Support
F. Quality Data Analysis & Reporting
G. Supplier & Incoming Quality Support
H. Compliance & Audit Readiness
Ensure SMT manufacturing operations comply with:
- ISO 9001
- IATF 16949
- IPC standards and customer requirements
Support internal, customer, and certification audits related to SMT quality.
I. Training & Quality Culture
Qualifications
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in:
- Electronics Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Mechanical / Manufacturing Engineering
Experience
- 3–8 years of experience in:
- SMT manufacturing quality
- Assembly or backend electronics operations
Technical Skills
Strong understanding of:
- SMT manufacturing processes
- Solder printing, placement, reflow fundamentals
- SMT defect mechanisms
Working knowledge of:
- SPC
- PFMEA
- Control Plans
- CAPA / 8D methodologies
Familiarity with:
- IPC standards
- ESD and handling requirements
