Associate Supplier Quality Engineer

FUJIFILM Electronic Materials U.S.A., Inc.; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

FUJIFILM Electronic Materials, U.S.A., Inc. in Mesa, AZ is seeking an Associate Supplier Quality Engineer to own supplier quality across Process Chemicals Business Units.

You will drive supplier performance improvements, work with Quality, Procurement and business teams, and lead root cause analysis, corrective actions, and supplier audits. Travel to supplier and manufacturing sites is expected, about 3 days per month.

Qualifications

• Must have experience working directly with Suppliers on Supplier Quality Management.
• Bachelor-level degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or Materials Science with emphasis on Quality Systems and Statistics.
• 8–10 years experience in Supplier Quality Management.
• Knowledge of statistics and quality methodologies (Six Sigma, SPC, FMEA, 8D, root cause analysis).

Responsibilities

• Own supplier quality improvement initiatives and drive performance across assigned suppliers.
• Collaborate with Quality, Procurement and Business Units to set supplier quality objectives.
• Lead root cause analysis, corrective actions, containment plans, and on-time implementation.
• Develop robust supplier audit schedules and ensure compliance with standards.
• Lead supplier issue resolution and disposition of nonconforming materials.
• Maintain supplier KPIs and monitor process capability and control charts.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams for supplier qualification and improvements.
• Travel to supplier sites ~3 days/month to assess and improve quality processes.

Skills

Supplier Quality Management

Statistics

Communication

Problem Solving

Data Analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or Materials Science Engineering with specialization in Quality Systems and Statistics

Tools

PowerPoint

Excel

JMP

SAP

Job description

FUJIFILM Electronic Materials, U.S.A., Inc., is a global leader in chemical solutions which enable the semiconductor industry and the digital universe. We have an exciting opportunity at our Mesa, AZ facility for an Associate Supplier Quality Engineer!

The Role

This role will be the owner of Supplier Quality supporting our Process Chemicals Business Units. They will work with others to transform, educate and drive substantial supplier performance improvement throughout the supply base.

Company Overview

FUJIFILM Electronic Materials, U.S.A. fuels innovation in the semiconductor industry - where chemistry meets technology. Our advanced materials and formulations enable manufacturers to build the microchips that power Artificial Intelligence, computers, electric vehicles, smartphones, and more.

We're a global business-to-business supplier of chemical formulations and advanced materials used for manufacturing and packaging semiconductors. Our chemical formulations allow top manufacturers to produce microchips that both power and connect our digital world. Think you've got what it takes to build a more connected world? Then connect with us today and challenge the boundaries of what's possible—for the world and your future.

We have six U.S. manufacturing and Research & Development facilities, located in: Mesa, Arizona; Castroville, California; Hollister, California; Carrollton, Texas; and North Kingstown, Rhode Island—each offering unique local experiences, from vibrant cultural scenes to historic charm.

Fujifilm is globally headquartered in Tokyo with over 70,000 employees across four key business segments of healthcare, electronics, business innovation, and imaging. We are guided and united by our Group Purpose of "giving our world more smiles." Visit: https://www.fujifilm.com/us/en/about/region/careers

Job Description

Key responsibilities for this role include:

• Experience working with Suppliers to improve Supplier Quality Performance.
• Works with the Business, Quality and Procurement to set and drive supplier quality improvement objectives.
• Ownership in resolving all quality issues associated with the assigned suppliers. Ensure all assigned supplier related material quality issues are effectively communicated to key stakeholders
• Identify and team-up with other cross-functional groups to plan and execute recommended supplier quality improvements and qualifications.
• Leads supplier quality performance improvement strategies using statistical treatment of data, process capability, trend analysis and applying project management techniques to improve supplier quality.
• Assess supplier process capability in correlation with new product development, initial supplier selection, ship-to-control and spec improvements
• Work with suppliers to develop robust supplier root cause analysis, corrective action plans, containment plans and ensure execution for on-time implementation of planned activities.
• Support, develop and execute an annual supplier audit schedule to ensure suppliers have robust quality systems, compliant to all applicable standards.
• Leads the review and disposition of supplier related nonconforming material reports as required.
• Be a leader in supplier risk management and introducing structured training with suppliers in key areas involving management of change, process changes, ship-to-control, etc.
• Interact with Quality Manager(s) to comprehend customer expectations and requirements in order to identify opportunities to improve quality with suppliers.
• Leads supplier quality problem solving and serves as a supplier quality assurance resource for problem identification, resolution, and continuous improvement.
• Establish and maintain supplier KPI’s and metrics (process capability, control charts, measurement quality) for monitoring systems effectiveness.
• Analyze and rationalize product and supplier specifications to establish efficient, cost-effective requirements for ease of manufacture and reproducibility.
• Works with customers and suppliers to identify key in-process parameters, process data, supply chain mapping, and coordinating pre-ship samples, pre-approved inventories and supplier quality notifications (SQN's)
• Owner of Supplier Quarterly Quality Meetings of assigned suppliers.

Requirements

• Must have experience working directly with Suppliers on Supplier Quality Management.
• Minimum Bachelor degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or Material Science Engineering with specialization in Quality Systems and Statistics.
• Must have 8-10 years experience in Supplier Quality Management.
• Broad knowledge of theory and principles of statistics and statistical process control.
• Broad knowledge of quality management systems, ISO compliance, audits.
• Understanding of chemical and material metrology lab and measurement systems.
• Must have the ability to communicate effectively (verbal/written/presentations) at all levels.
• A good working knowledge of statistics and applicable quality methodologies is required (e.g., Six Sigma, SPC, FMEA, 8D, root cause analysis, etc.).
• Must have excellent computer skills (PowerPoint, Excel and statistical software tools).
• Working knowledge of JMP statistical software is especially desirable; SAP knowledge helpful.
• Visits to other manufacturing sites, supplier and customer sites (including occasional overseas travel). Expected travel – 3 days/month.

Additional Requirements

We value a professional, adaptable, and collaborative work environment. The following competencies are essential for success in any role and reflect our commitment to effective teamwork, problem solving, and workplace communication.

• Resilience - Ability to adapt to workplace challenges, maintain professionalism, and manage responsibilities effectively.
• Communication - Capacity to clearly and professionally exchange ideas, interact respectfully with colleagues and customers, and foster positive workplace relationships.
• Reasoning & Decision Making - Ability to analyze information, follow verbal and written instructions, and make logical, sound decisions.
• Comprehension - Capability to understand and complete tasks as assigned and solve problems effectively.
• Organizational Skills - Competence in managing multiple priorities, maintaining accuracy, and staying focused despite potential workplace distractions.

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EEO Information

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