Technical Program Manager, MRB & Supplier Quality Lead

Aleron; Tualatin (OR); On-site; USD 66,000 - 79,000; Full time

Job summary

Aleron seeks a Technical Program Manager 1 (SET MRB Engineer) in Tualatin, OR to support Lam Research's Global Operations MRB team. You will manage supplier-related quality issues, coordinate cross-functional investigations, and drive nonconformance resolution to ensure product quality and manufacturing continuity.

The role requires a strong background in manufacturing and supplier quality, with experience in MRB, 8D problem solving, and cross-functional leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Engineering Technology, Quality Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Science, or related technical field.
• 5+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering, supplier quality, operations, quality assurance, or related manufacturing environments.
• 3+ years of experience managing nonconformance issues, MRB activities, corrective actions, or quality investigations.
• 3+ years of experience working within manufacturing, supplier quality, or production operations environments.
• 3+ years of experience utilizing structured problem-solving methodologies, including 8D, root-cause analysis, or continuous improvement tools.
• 2+ years of experience utilizing Lean Manufacturing, Lean Six Sigma, SPC, or quality improvement methodologies.
• 2+ years of experience facilitating cross-functional meetings and driving stakeholder alignment.
• 3+ years of experience supporting semiconductor, advanced manufacturing, or high-technology manufacturing environments.

Responsibilities

• Manage supplier-related nonconforming material issues through the MRB process.
• Participate in daily MRB reviews and coordinate disposition activities with supplier quality engineers and manufacturing teams.
• Initiate containment actions to minimize operational disruption and quality risks.
• Drive timely closure of MRB records through stakeholder coordination and escalation management.
• Facilitate discussions when ownership or supplier responsibility disputes arise.
• Monitor MRB aging, action-item status, bottlenecks, and performance metrics.
• Coordinate investigations, supplier inspections, rework activities, and corrective action plans.
• Analyze recurring quality issues and drive root-cause resolution efforts.
• Develop reports, presentations, and performance metrics for management review.
• Lead process improvement initiatives focused on reducing nonconformances and improving MRB effectiveness.
• Partner with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, and Supplier teams to ensure timely problem resolution.

Skills

MRB operations

supplier quality

root-cause analysis

8D problem solving

cross-functional leadership

data-driven decision making

stakeholder management

continuous improvement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Engineering Technology, Quality Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Science, or related technical field

Tools

8D methodology

GD&T knowledge

Job description

Aleron seeks a Technical Program Manager 1 (SET MRB Engineer) in Tualatin, OR to support Lam Research's Global Operations MRB team. You will manage supplier-related quality issues, coordinate cross-functional investigations, and drive nonconformance resolution to ensure product quality and manufacturing continuity.

The role requires a strong background in manufacturing and supplier quality, with experience in MRB, 8D problem solving, and cross-functional leadership.