Regional Director of Quality Engineering

Sanmina Corporation; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

Sanmina Corporation seeks a seasoned Quality Director to drive a world-class quality culture regionally. You will lead QA teams, oversee the site QMS, and coordinate quality planning for new programs and production parts.

You will collaborate with manufacturing, supply chain and engineering to implement CAPA/NCAR actions, audits, and training, ensuring regulatory compliance and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, Industrial or Manufacturing Engineering preferred.
• 10+ years in Quality Engineering/Management in regulated manufacturing.
• 5+ years direct people management experience.
• Knowledge of IPC-6012 and IPC-A-600 desired.
• Experience with ISO 9001:2015, AS9100, TL-9000, ISO-14385, ISO-14001, MIL-PRF-31032 or similar.
• Strong root cause analysis and corrective action skills.
• Experience with supplier quality and lean principles; SPC knowledge helpful.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; customer-facing experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor QA organizations across the region.
• Advocate Quality First with customers and internal teams; manage quality escapes, visits, escalations.
• Maintain and improve site QMS (NCR, CAPA, audits, training).
• Ensure quality planning (PFMEAs, process flows, control plans) for NPI/production parts.
• Coordinate Quality Plans and participate in DFM reviews for new onboarding.
• Drive DMAIC-based root-cause and corrective actions to improve yields.

Skills

Quality Management

Regulated Manufacturing

Root Cause Analysis

Statistical Process Control

Supplier Quality

Lean Six Sigma

Customer Communication

Education

Mechanical Engineering

Aerospace Engineering

Industrial Engineering

Manufacturing Engineering

Tools

CAPA system

NCR tracking

Minitab

DMAIC

Job description

Description

Sanmina Corporation (Nasdaq: SANM) is a global powerhouse in integrated manufacturing solutions serving the fastest growing segments of the global Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) market. We are a global engine providing the end-to-end manufacturing backbone for the world's most essential and innovative brands. Whether it's autonomous vehicles, life-saving medical tech, next-gen aerospace, or AI/cloud infrastructure - our integrated solutions don’t just meet standards—they redefine them. Sanmina Corporation (Nasdaq: SANM) is a leading integrated manufacturing solutions provider serving the fastest-growing segments of the global Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) market. Job Purpose: As Quality Director the role will be responsible for developing a world class quality culture and drive region wide continuous improvement projects that result in unparalleled quality performance. You will have the opportunity to reinforce foundational quality principles, as we develop innovative manufacturing, test, inspection and automation processes to build high quality semiconductor, defense and data infrastructure products. This position will be responsible for managing, coordinating and administering all functions of the region’s Quality Management System. What You'll Do Lead and mentor QA organizations. Be an outspoken advocate for Quality First throughout the region Expediently and effectively communicate with customers on quality escapes, visits, escalations, etc. Help maintain and improve the site QMS (including NCR and CAPA system, internal audit, training, etc.) Responsible for ensuring effective quality planning (including PFMEAs, process flows and control plans) for NPI and production parts. Help maintain the site QMS compliance with ISO 9001:2015 and TL9000, ISO 13485, FDA registration and any other regulatory compliance in line with the factory center of excellence Act as advisory to developing additional sources of data and tracking and reporting key Quality-related performance indicators (KPIs), including first pass yield, scrap rates and statistical process control. Oversight of managing and improving site supplier quality Be an advocate for lean and six sigma manufacturing principles and drive continuous improvement Drive cross functional projects with manufacturing, supply chain, and engineering to verify and validate existing manufacturing processes and capabilities Coordinate development of Quality Plan and participate in Design for Manufacturability (DFM) reviews for new customer on-boarding Address process yields by driving cross-functional teams to develop and implement corrective actions utilizing a methodical approach (DMAIC) to root cause and continuous improvement. What You'll Bring Bachelor’s Degree required, Mechanical, Aerospace, Industrial or Mfg Engineering preferred 10+ years of Quality Engineering or Management experience in a regulated manufacturing environment. Printed circuit board experience is a plus but not required 5+ years of direct people management Knowledge of IPC-6012 and IPC-A-600 desired Demonstrated experience working directly with customers to resolve concerns, conduct audits and host visits Understanding of ISO 9001:2015, AS9100, TL-9000, ISO-14385, ISO-14001, MIL-PRF-31032 or similar standards with demonstrated success in passing certification audits Expert level knowledge of root cause analysis techniques and corrective action Hands on experience working with suppliers to improve quality Knowledge of lean principles (Green or Black belt certification a plus) Knowledge and experience in the application of statistical process control Demonstrated experience leading diverse teams in a dynamic environment required Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills required Open-minded self-starter with the ability to adapt, improvise and problem solve, as well manage multiple tasks and projects and concisely explain complex issues supported with data. Excellent analytical abilities and comprehensive understanding of quality toolbox (SPC, 8D, FMEA, Control Plans, etc.) Salary Range (annual): $140,000 - $165,000 Why Join Us? At Sanmina, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $xx and $xx, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Sanmina employees also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Sanmina, reimbursement for certain educational expenses — including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation. Sanmina is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment. Sanmina provides equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Please be aware that this position may require access to technology, software, or technical data that is subject to U.S. export control laws. All offers of employment are contingent on the applicant either 1) being a \"U.S. Person,\" defined as a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful permanent resident, or (iii) other protected individual, such as a refugee under 8 U.S.C. 1157 or asylee under 8 U.S.C. 1158;

• 1157 or asylee under 8 U.S.C.
• 1158; or 2) being eligible to obtain a timely export control license or license exception from the applicable U.S. federal agency.