In process Quality – Electronics (SMT)

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• To lead and ensure robust in-process quality controls across electronics manufacturing processes including SMT, wave/selective soldering, reflow, testing and PCBA build
• 1) In-Process Quality Control
• Monitor and ensure adherence to Control Plan, Work Instructions, Quality Standards.
• Conduct first-off / last-off verification and approve start-up for SMT & assembly lines.
• Ensure correct handling & controls for ESD, MSD, Components traceability.
• Drive defect prevention & process capability improvement across lines.
• 2) Electronics Manufacturing Quality Monitoring
• Monitor critical process parameters for:
• SMT printing, SPI, Pick & Place, Reflow Oven, AOI, ICT/FCT
• Manual/Auto Soldering, Conformal Coating, Potting, Box Build
• Validate changes due to NPI/ECN and ensure readiness before mass production.
• Review OEE, FPY, PPM, DPMO KPIs and implement improvements.
• 3) Problem Solving & Improvement
• Lead structured problem solving using 8D, 5 Why, Fishbone, PDCA for in-line issues.
• Coordinate failure analysis of PCBA/Components (with Lab/FA team where available).
• Implement Poka-Yoke, Jidoka, DOE, mistake-proofing to prevent recurrence.
• Support VA/VE / cost reduction ideas without compromising quality.
• 4) Documentation & Systems
• Maintain/approve Control Plans, PFMEA, SOP/Work Instructions, Checklists.
• Manage quality alerts, containment actions, deviations and concessions.
• Ensure ERP/Traceability records for PCBA & critical parts are updated.
• Support IATF 16949 / ISO 9001 internal and external audits.
• 5) Team Leadership & Training
• Lead in-process quality inspectors/technicians for line quality execution.
• Conduct training on: ESD controls, Soldering quality – IPC-A-610, Component handling and MSD baking & Defect identification & classification