Quality Assurance Engineer (SMT/MI)

Netweb Technologies India Ltd.; Faridabad District; On-site; INR 700,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Netweb Technologies India Ltd. is seeking a Quality Engineer for SMT/MI in an EMS setup to uphold high quality across solder paste printing, placement, reflow, AOI, and SPI. You will develop QC procedures, perform inspections, analyze data, and drive cross-functional CAPAs to reduce defects.

Ideal candidates have IPC-A-610 knowledge, ISO 9001 experience, and strong proficiency with SPC-based tools and MS Office for reporting and analysis.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Electronics, Electrical, Mechatronics, Industrial Engineering or related field.
• IPC-A-610 knowledge is mandatory; IPC certification preferred.
• Proficient with SPC, FMEA, 8D, 5 Whys, Fishbone, and Control Plans.
• Ability to read engineering drawings, schematics, and BOMs.
• Experience with ISO 9001 quality management.
• MS Office proficiency for data analysis and presentations.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain quality control plans for SMT/MI processes.
• Conduct inspections, analyze data, identify root causes, and drive improvements.
• Lead CAPA investigations and verify effectiveness of corrective actions.
• Oversee in-process and final inspections, audits, and equipment.
• Monitor process parameters (reflow profiles, paste volume, placement).
• Interpret AOI, SPI, and X-ray data to identify trends.
• Collaborate with SMT/MI Production, Process Engineering and Design teams.
• Prepare quality reports and maintain NCRs and CAPA documentation.
• Support New Product Introductions with Design for Quality/ Manufacturability.

Skills

IPC-A-610 knowledge

Quality tools

Engineering drawings reading

ISO 9001 knowledge

MS Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electronics or related field

Tools

SPC tools

SPC/Quality software

MS Office Suite

Job description

Key Responsibilities:

The Quality Engineer for SMT/MI is responsible for ensuring the highest quality standards are met throughout the Surface Mount Technology (SMT) & Manual Insertion (MI) assembly process in an Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) environment. This role involves developing, implementing, and maintaining quality control procedures,

conducting inspections, analyzing data, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to identify root causes of defects and drive continuous improvement in SMT/MI production.

• Quality System Development & Implementation:
• Develop, implement, and maintain quality control plans, procedures, and work instructions specifically for SMT/MI processes (e.g., solder paste printing, component placement, reflow soldering, AOI, SPI).

• Ensure adherence to industry standards (e.g., IPC-A-610, IPC- 7711/7721), customer specifications, and internal quality policies.
• Establish and monitor key quality metrics (e.g., First Pass Yield, Defect Per Million Opportunities - DPMO, Cost of Poor Quality related to SMT/MI).
• Process Monitoring & Control:
• Conduct regular audits and inspections of SMT/MI production lines, processes, and equipment to ensure compliance with quality standards and procedures.
• Monitor and analyze SMT/MI process parameters (e.g., reflow profiles, paste volume, placement accuracy)to ensure optimalquality output.
• Utilize and interpretdata from AutomatedOptical Inspection (AOI), Solder Paste Inspection (SPI), and X-rayinspection systems to identify trends and potential issues.
• Implement statistical process control (SPC)techniques for criticalSMT parameters.
• Defect Analysis & Root Cause Investigation:
• Lead or participate in the investigation of SMT/MI-related defects, failures, and customer returns.
• Conduct root cause analysis using methodologies such as 5 Whys, Fishbone diagrams, 8D reports, etc.
• Work closely with SMT/MI Production, Process Engineering, and Design teams to implement effective corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
• Verify the effectiveness of implemented CAPAs & ECN’s.
• Inspection & Testing:
• Oversee and optimize in-process and final inspection criteria for SMT/MI assemblies.
• Develop and maintain inspection checklists and visual aids for SMT/MI operators and inspectors.
• Train production personnel on quality standards, inspection techniques, and defect identification.
• Supplier Quality (SMT-related):
• Collaborate with the supplierquality team to assess and ensure the quality of incoming SMT/MI components and materials.
• Address and resolvequality issues related to components used in SMT/MI.
• Documentation & Reporting:
• Maintain comprehensive quality records, including inspection reports, audit findings, non-conformance reports (NCRs), and CAPA documentation.
• Prepare and present quality reports to management, highlighting SMT/MI performance, trends, and improvement initiatives.
• Contribute to the creation and revision of manufacturing work instructions and standard operating procedures (SOPs) from a quality perspective.
• Drive continuous improvement activities on the SMT/MI line to enhance yield, reduce scrap, and improve overall product quality.
• Participate in New Product Introduction (NPI) phases to ensure "Design for Quality" and "Design for Manufacturability" principles are incorporated into SMT/MI processes.
• Stay updated with the latest SMT/MI technologies, quality trends, and industry best practices.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Electronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Technical Skills:
• In-depth knowledge of IPC-A-610 standards (Acceptability of Electronic Assemblies) is mandatory; IPC certification (e.g.,IPC-A-610 CIS or CSE) is highly preferred.
• Strong understanding of SMT/MI defects, their causes, and corrective actions.
• Proficiency in quality tools and methodologies (e.g., SPC, FMEA, 8D, 5 Whys, Fishbone, Control Plans).
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, and BOMs.
• Experience with quality management systems (e.g.,ISO 9001).
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Excel for data analysis, PowerPoint for presentations).