PCB Materials Qualification Lead — EOL & Quality Liaison

TTM Technologies; Illinois; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401K plan

Job summary

TTM Technologies, Inc. is seeking a Materials Qualification Lead & Special Projects to drive material qualification, EOL tracking, and PCN management across PCB manufacturing. You will coordinate with suppliers, QA, and operations to ensure quality and compliance with IPC and ISO standards.

The role emphasizes cross-functional teamwork, data-driven decision making, and customer-focused communication in a fast-paced environment. Occasional travel to supplier facilities may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Materials Science, Manufacturing, or a related technical field.
• 8+ years of materials and specifications experience in PCB/electronics or related manufacturing.
• Ability to read and interpret technical specifications, qualification plans, and test reports.
• Strong knowledge of PCB materials, manufacturing processes, and IPC standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate material qualification projects for PCB raw materials per qualification plans.
• Monitor EOL notifications and develop mitigation strategies with purchasing and sites.
• Serve as quality liaison between internal supply chain and external suppliers.
• Drive PCN workflow, documenting changes and assessing impact on quality.
• Coordinate customer notifications related to material changes and quality events.
• Support QMS process development and audits, ensuring compliance with IPC/ISO standards.
• Establish and maintain training programs for quality processes and suppliers.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Data analysis

Multi-site coordination

Qualification plans

APQP

ERP/QMS systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Materials Science, Manufacturing, or related technical field

Tools

Excel

Minitab

Job description

TTM Technologies, Inc. is seeking a Materials Qualification Lead & Special Projects to drive material qualification, EOL tracking, and PCN management across PCB manufacturing. You will coordinate with suppliers, QA, and operations to ensure quality and compliance with IPC and ISO standards.

The role emphasizes cross-functional teamwork, data-driven decision making, and customer-focused communication in a fast-paced environment. Occasional travel to supplier facilities may be required.