Quality Manager

COHERENT; Starkville (MS); On-site; USD 95,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Coherent Corp. in Mississippi seeks a senior Quality Engineer to uphold the QMS, drive continuous improvement, and coordinate audits. You will lead root-cause analysis for returns, collaborate with production and engineering, and report on QMS performance to top management.

The role emphasizes experience in semiconductor/manufacturing, ISO 9001/14001 knowledge, and adherence to ITAR requirements, with occasional travel and strong emphasis on quality tools and methods.

Qualifications

• 7+ years in Quality Engineering or similar functions.
• 3-5 years in Semiconductor or Manufacturing.
• BS in mathematics, statistics, physics, chemistry, material science, engineering, or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Maintain an effective quality system with QC plans and procedures.
• Maintain RMA system focusing on root-cause of returns and fast solutions.
• Conduct and respond to quality audits; drive corrective action and improvements.
• Evaluate product quality to ensure shipped items meet customer and internal requirements.
• Manage incoming inspection and provide timely reports in MS.
• Oversee calibration programs in MS and control nonconforming material in MS.
• Assist production and engineering to deliver quality products.
• Support corporate quality initiatives and use tools like FMEA and SPC.
• Champion continuous improvement programs and training for manufacturing team.
• Interface with customers, suppliers, and auditors on diverse topics.
• Report to top management on QMS performance and improvement needs.

Skills

Problem solving

Quality systems

Root cause analysis

Auditing (ISO 9001/14001)

Six Sigma / Lean / TQM

CPQ/QA tools

Strong communication

Travel readiness

ITAR compliance awareness

Education

B.S. in mathematics/statistics/physics/chemistry/material science/engineering

Job description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Maintaining an effective quality system, developing and implementing quality control plans and procedures
• Maintaining RMA system with a focus on determining roots cause of returns and speed of execution on implementing solutions
• Performing and responding to quality audits and facilitate corrective action and process improvements based upon the audit results with active between quality and production teams
• Product quality evaluation to ensure compliance of shipped products to customer and internal requirements
• Maintaining Incoming Inspection function in MS and provide timely reports
• Responsible for calibration programs in MS
• Controlling nonconforming material in MS
• Assisting production and engineering personnel to ensure delivery of quality products.
• Supporting corporate-wide quality initiatives and projects and the application of quality tools and methods, such as FMEA and SPC
• Championing continuous improvement programs and initiatives
• Plan, promote, and organize training of manufacturing team on all aspects of the quality system
• Interface with customers, suppliers, and third party auditors on a variety of topics
• Reporting to top management on the performance of the QMS in MS site and any need for improvement as required.

Education & Experience

• Minimum 7+ yrs. experience in Quality Engineering or similar job functions.
• 3-5 years of experience in Semiconductor or Manufacturing.
• BS in mathematics, statistics, physics, chemistry, material science, engineering, or equivalent.

Skills

• Problem solving. Able to find and remove root cause for individual and complex quality problems.
• Understanding of, and ability to develop quality systems (process and procedures for auditing, corrective and preventive actions, etc...).
• Sound judgment in selecting appropriate methods and techniques to address complex problems and finding solutions.
• Experience in SPC, Six Sigma, Lean, and TQM techniques. CQE preferred.
• Auditing knowledge including ISO 9001 & ISO 14001. CQA preferred.
• Strong computer skills and written and verbal communication skills.
• Travel 5-10% of the time within the United States.
• Due to ITAR compliance, this position requires candidates to be a U.S. Citizen, Permanent Resident Alien, or Protected Individual per 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)

Working Conditions

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Occasional hands-on work in a cleanroom

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work at computer

Safety Requirements

• All employees are required to attend scheduled training, follow the site EHS procedures and II-VI Corporate EHS standards. This includes the use of proper protective equipment (PPE) as required by the job responsibilities.
• Managers will ensure that all safety and environmental procedures are followed consistently. They will ensure that risk assessments are performed, proper training, work instructions, required PPE is available, and will monitor compliance.

Quality and Environmental Responsibilities

• Depending on location, this position may be responsible for the execution and maintenance of the ISO 9001, 14001 and/or other applicable standard that may apply to the relevant roles and responsibilities within the Quality Management System and Environmental Management System.

Culture Commitment

• Ensure adherence to company’s values (ICARE) in all aspects of your position at Coherent Corp.:
• I integrity - Create an Environment of Trust
• C collaboration - Innovate Through the Sharing of Ideas
• A accountability - Own the Process and the Outcome
• R respect - Recognize the Value in Everyone
• E enthusiasm - Find a Sense of Purpose in Work
• Coherent Corp. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
• If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at [e-mail] .

Note to recruiters and employment agencies

We will not pay for unsolicited resumes from recruiters and employment agencies unless we have a signed agreement and have required assistance, in writing, for a specific opening.

ABOUT US

Coherent is a global leader in lasers, engineered materials and networking components. We are a vertically integrated manufacturing company that develops innovative products for diversified applications in the industrial, optical communications, military, life sciences, semiconductor equipment, and consumer markets. Coherent provides a comprehensive career development platform within an environment that challenges employees to perform at their best, while rewarding excellence and hard-work through a competitive compensation program. It's an exciting opportunity to work for a company that offers stability, longevity and growth. Come Join Us!

Job Identification: 2015848

Degree Level: Bachelor's Degree

Job Schedule: Full time

Pay Scale: $94680.00 - $110,000.00 per year

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