About the role

AI summarised

Principal Supplier Quality Engineer at Qorvo, a semiconductor company, responsible for managing OSAT quality performance, driving continuous improvement, and mitigating supplier risks. The role involves strategic leadership, cross-functional collaboration, and ensuring compliance with quality standards.

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Key Responsibilities

Responsible for OSAT (Bumping, DPS, Assembly, and Final Test) quality performance to ensure meeting Qorvo out-going products quality requirement, protect Qorvo customer and revenue from quality risk
Ensure Best-in-class quality performance from key suppliers and drive continuous improvement initiatives aligned with corporate objectives
Develop strategies and drive continuous improvement to mitigate risks and meet customer expectations
Manage and approve supplier and OSAT changes, ensuring minimal impact on production and quality
Review supplier's change management processes and lead supplier continuous improvement programs
Develop and track supplier and OSAT scorecards, driving quality performance improvements
Manage and drive supplier quality performance to meet or exceed KPI goals
Drive continuous improvement in Supplier and OSAT quality performance
Initiate, organize, and lead cross-functional task forces for short-term problem-solving and long-term continuous improvement
Collaborate with suppliers and OSATs to identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions
Monitor process performance indices on qualified processes and establish proactive control systems to maintain and improve process performance
Identify and mitigate supplier and OSAT-related risks, ensuring business continuity

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Materials, Quality)
>10 years of Semiconductor Industry experience, with a focus on supplier quality management, process engineering, or quality assurance
Demonstrated good track record of managing complex supplier quality programs, driving continuous improvement initiatives, and working cross-functionally with suppliers and internal teams
In-depth knowledge of international quality management systems (ISO 9001, IATF 16949 etc.) is essential
Practical familiarity with quality tools such as Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, Statistical Process Control (SPC), FMEA, 8D problem solving, and supplier audit methodologies is highly valuable
Certification in quality management (e.g., ASQ Certified Quality Manager, Six Sigma Black Belt) is an advantage
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills are mandatory for interacting with internal teams and suppliers
Fluency in English and ability to lead process improvement, audits, and supplier development projects
Proactive, relationship-focused, and capable of negotiating and convincing stakeholders to achieve quality objectives