Quality Engineer in Troy
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Job Description: Quality Expert – Semiconductor Machinery
Position
Quality Expert
Domain
Semiconductor Equipment / Semiconductor Machinery Manufacturing
Experience
10+ Years
Location
(To be specified)
Role Summary
We are seeking an experienced Quality Expert with a strong background in semiconductor machinery/equipment manufacturing. The candidate will lead quality improvement initiatives, drive root-cause analysis, implement corrective and preventive actions, and establish robust quality systems across manufacturing and supplier processes. The role requires expertise in advanced problem-solving methodologies, Six Sigma practices, and continuous improvement programs.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead quality improvement initiatives across manufacturing, assembly, testing, and supplier quality functions.
- Drive complex problem-solving activities using structured methodologies such as 8D, and Root Cause Analysis (RCA).
- Analyze quality issues, identify root causes, and implement effective corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
- Facilitate cross-functional teams to resolve customer complaints, field failures, and manufacturing quality concerns.
- Apply Six Sigma Black Belt methodologies to improve process capability, reduce defects, and enhance product reliability.
- Establish quality metrics, monitor KPIs, and drive continuous improvement programs.
- Conduct process audits, quality reviews, and risk assessments.
- Support new product introduction (NPI) activities by ensuring quality requirements are incorporated into design and manufacturing processes.
- Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, suppliers, and customer support teams to improve overall product quality.
- Train and mentor teams on quality tools and best practices.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field.
- Minimum 10 years of experience in Quality Engineering, Manufacturing Quality, Supplier Quality, or Operational Excellence within the Semiconductor Equipment/Machinery industry.
- Proven experience handling complex quality issues in precision manufacturing environments.
Required Skills
Quality & Problem-Solving Tools
- Six Sigma Black Belt Certification (Mandatory)
- DMAIC Methodology
- PDCA (Plan-Do-Check-Act)
- 8D Problem Solving
- Root Cause Analysis (RCA)
- CAPA Management
- Statistical Process Control (SPC)
- Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA)
- Control Plans
- Process Capability Analysis (Cp/Cpk)
- Pareto Analysis
- Fishbone (Ishikawa) Analysis
- 5 Why Analysis
Quality Systems
- ISO 9001
- IATF
- Semiconductor Industry Quality Standards
- Audit Management
- Supplier Quality Management
- Process Validation
Soft Skills
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management.
- Customer-focused problem-solving mindset.
Success Metrics
- Reduction in defect rates and customer complaints.
- Improvement in process capability and yield.
- Timely closure of 8D and CAPA actions.
- Improved supplier quality performance.
- Successful implementation of Six Sigma projects delivering measurable business impact.
Company DescriptionZobility (RGBSI), is dedicated to providing the highest quality of services to our clients and employees. We are proud to be the primary partner to top companies in the automotive, aerospace & defense, IT, media & entertainment, sports, energy, and finance industries. As a result of our clients' continued growth, we are looking for energetic, personable professionals to partner with these leading US companiesCompany DescriptionZobility (RGBSI), is dedicated to providing the highest quality of services to our clients and employees. We are proud to be the primary partner to top companies in the automotive, aerospace & defense, IT, media & entertainment, sports, energy, and finance industries. As a result of our clients' continued growth, we are looking for energetic, personable professionals to partner with these leading US companies