Process Quality Engineer

Job Description Job Description Job Title: Process Quality Engineer Reports to: PQE Supervisor Job Summary: The Process Quality Engineer (PQE) is responsible for driving quality performance across manufacturing processes and finished products. This role focuses on defect analysis, process control, continuous improvement, and cross-functional collaboration to improve yield, reduce cost, and enhance product quality. Duties/Responsibilities: • Lead root cause analysis (RCA) and corrective actions for quality issues, including production abnormalities and customer complaints (e.g., 8D, 5-Why). • Drive key quality performance indicators, including production yield, OBA DPPM, CTM performance, and other metrics assigned by the supervisor. • Initiate and lead continuous improvement projects to enhance product quality and manufacturing efficiency. • Analyze defect trends and process variation using statistical tools (SPC, MSA) and implement effective control plans. • Ensure implementation and compliance with quality standards and procedures; monitor the effectiveness of corrective and preventive actions (CAPA). • Support and manage quality-related systems and projects (e.g., GQMS, QMS). • Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Production, Engineering, Warehouse, SQE, etc.) to resolve quality issues and improve processes. • Develop and optimize inspection methods, testing procedures, and quality control plans. • Participate in internal and external audits (ISO 9001, 14001, 45001) and support audit readiness. • Maintain a strong presence on the production floor to monitor process quality and drive real-time improvements. Required Skills/Abilities: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with hands-on experience. Proficient in data analysis and statistical tools (SPC, MSA preferred). Excellent communication skills; bilingual in English and Mandarin preferred. Strong organizational and time management skills with ability to meet deadlines. Ability to work in a fast-paced and high-pressure environment. Strong teamwork and cross-functional collaboration skills. Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, etc.). Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, or related field preferred). Minimum 1+ year of experience in quality or manufacturing engineering preferred. Experience with SPC, Lean Manufacturing, and QMS systems is a plus. Familiarity with ISO standards (ISO 9001, 14001, 45001) and auditing processes is preferred. Physical Requirements: Willingness to travel within the United States to support projects, manufacturing sites, warehouses, and third-party contract manufacturers as required. Conduct on-site quality audits at third-party contract manufacturers or partners (e.g., process audits, product audits) and drive corrective actions to closure. Travel assignments may involve extended durations (typically several weeks), requiring on-site support. None