Quality Engineer

<strong>At FUJIFILM Electronic Materials, a global leader in solutions for the semiconductor manufacturing industry, we search for the most talented and qualified. At Fujifilm, performance, development, and accountability are the standards to which the company and its people strive toward. And to support its employees, we offer programs that motivate, educate and promote a healthy work-life balance, which increases employee satisfaction and overall personal well-being.</strong>

North Kingstown, RI

FUJIFILM Electronic Materials

<p>Successful semiconductor manufacturers move quickly. They demand quality and they require leading technology. For them, partnering with the right supplier is a critical decision.</p> <p>With state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities in the U.S., Europe, Taiwan, China, Korea and Japan, local sales offices throughout the world and on site applications support, FUJIFILM Electronic Materials is prepared to supply the world's top tier semiconductor manufacturers.</p> <p>FUJIFILM Electronic Materials offers a broad array of products and services used throughout the semiconductor manufacturing process.</p>

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Full-Time

Overview: Who We Are<br /> <br />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 North Kingstown, RI facility for a Quality Assurance Engineer!<br /> <br />With state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities in the U.S., Europe, Taiwan, China, Korea and Japan, local sales offices throughout the world and on-site applications support, FUJIFILM Electronic Materials supplies the world's top tier semiconductor manufacturers with a broad array of products and services used throughout the semiconductor manufacturing process. <br /> <br />The Role<br /> <br />The Quality Assurance Engineer is responsible for developing, implementing, executing, and improving the Quality Management System to help drive improvements in our processes and product quality at a pace consistent with the needs of our customers.<br /> External US Key
Responsibilities: <ul> <li>Strong knowledge and experience as a quality assurance resource for data analysis, problem identification, resolution, and continuous improvement.</li> <li>Driving problem solving methodologies (8D/MBPS) to find root cause of observed defects devise a short-term contaminant strategy and implement long-term solutions to prevent recurring problems, per internal and external customer expectations. Includes facilitating customer taskforce activities.</li> <li>Broad knowledge of theory and principles of statistics and statistical process control Interact with customers to identify opportunities to improve quality and establish feedback with manufacturing and development personnel.</li> <li>Actively lead and participate in internal and external quality audits.</li> <li>Support the manufacturing groups to design, implement and document procedures for process control, process improvement, testing and inspection.</li> <li>Support consistent metrics (process capability, control charts, measurement quality) for monitoring systems effectiveness.</li> <li>Interface with suppliers and customer quality representatives concerning problems with quality control and assure that effective corrective action is implemented.</li> <li>Drive ISO-9001 initiatives in order to maintain certifications.</li> <li>Lead the delivery of medium to large improvement projects through the implementation of Lean Six Sigma and project management tools.</li> <li>Collaborate with Operations, Quality and Product management to identify, and reduce sources of chronic customer complaints, manufacturing and laboratory quality issues, waste/scrap generation, and improve overall production inefficiencies.</li> <li>Provides leadership and mentoring to the organization on Lean principles, by promoting the use of Six Sigma methodology (DMAIC, Kaizen, etc)</li> <li>Creates key process flows and/or value stream maps.</li> <li>Performs capability and other statistical assessments to meet organization goals in reducing process variability</li> <li>All other reasonable duties as assigned.</li> </ul>
Requirements: <ul> <li>Minimum Bachelor degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Industrial Engineering or Quality Engineering, with specialization in Quality Systems and Statistics.</li> <li>Must have 5+ years of experience in QA systems, (semiconductor industry preferred).</li> <li>Direct experience with ISO9001 or equivalent Quality Management System.</li> <li>Must have the ability to communicate effectively (verbal/written/presentations) at all levels both internally and externally.</li> <li>Must have experience as a quality assurance resource for data analysis, problem identification, resolution, and continuous improvement.</li> <li>Strong knowledge and experience for problem solving techniques such 5 why's, Fishbone, Process mapping, etc. in order to identify root cause and define CAPA.</li> <li>Working knowledge of JMP statistical software is especially desirable or equivalent, SAP knowledge helpful.</li> <li>Visits to other manufacturing sites, supplier, and customer sites (including occasional overseas travel).</li> <li>Experience in design and development of new product introduction.</li> <li>Certified Quality Auditor / Engineer preferred.</li> <li>Six Sigma (DMAIC) - Lean Manufacturing experience preferred.</li> <li>Working knowledge of PPAP APQP, VDA preferred</li> <li>Must have excellent computer skills (Power-Point, Excel and statistical software tools).</li> <li>Thorough understanding of general safety requirements</li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;Other Requirements:</p> <ul> <li>Broad knowledge of theory and principles of statistics and statistical process control</li> <li>Must have the ability to communicate effectively (verbal/written/presentations) at all levels.</li> <li>A good working knowledge of statistics and applicable quality methodologies is required (e.g., Six Sigma, SPC, FMEA, 8D, root cause analysis, etc.).</li> <li>Must have excellent computer skills (PowerPoint, Excel and statistical software tools).</li> <li>Working knowledge of JMP statistical software is especially desirable; SAP knowledge helpful.</li> <li>Visits to other manufacturing sites, supplier, and customer sites (including occasional overseas travel). Expected travel &ndash; 3 days/month.</li> </ul>