Senior Quality Manager

Join UCT and be part of the fastest-growing sector in the world! We indirectly touch every semiconductor chip that goes into every smartphone smart car and device that uses artificial intelligence.âThis is a critical time for the semiconductor industry and for UCT - as technology evolves we evolve with it. UCT is a diverse workplace where every talented employee is committed to continuous innovation challenging the status quo and exceeding customer expectations. If you are a person with a relentless drive to succeed a strong focus on quality and a passion for success join us today!

UCT is looking for a talented Senior Quality Manager to join us in Austin TX!

The Senior Quality Manager leads cross-functional efforts to resolve product quality issues enhance customer satisfaction and drive continuous improvement. This role develops and implements quality plans ensures compliance with ISO 9001 standards and influences site-wide adherence to QMS and customer scorecard goals. With expertise in preventive quality engineering structured problem solving and business process improvement the manager plays a key role in aligning quality performance with strategic objectives.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• First point of contact for product quality issues - expected to partner with Manufacturing various Engineering teams Purchasing/Materials/Supply Chain Sales and Operations management. Escalations to next-level management as applicable based on the severity of the issue.
• Develop and maintain quality plans for product quality & scorecard improvement.
• Demonstrate skill in preventive quality engineering methods data analysis critical thinking structured problem solving (8D) the use of metrics to identify opportunities and business process improvement. Present performance and action plans to align goals & objectives during regular monthly reviews.
• Business process improvement experience required must demonstrate an ability to define and creatively implement quality business systems within the Operations teams. Maintain acceptable quality ISO 9001 business processes with company and customer requirements.
• Develop maintain and support Continuous Improvement efforts. Interact at all levels with Customers Suppliers and all UCT sites across Engineering Operations Quality Customer Service/Support and management.
• Influence all site functions to meet/exceed QMS audits Customer quality scorecards and effective 8Ds.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

• Audit experience in product process and system audits.
• Experience managing critical customer communications.
• Experience with Lean 6S zero defect manufacturing processes inspection methods and tools. Green Belt Certification minimum.
• Excellent communication skills.

Educational/Certification Requirement:

• Bachelors Degree in Engineering Quality or other related field or equivalent experience.
• A Mechanical Engineering background is a plus.
• ASQC CQA CQT or CQE certification preferred.

Work Experience:

• 8 10 years experience in Engineering Operations Quality & Reliability.
• Experience with successful leadership for quality and manufacturing systems business process improvement and problem-solving.

Management Experience

• 5 years directly related supervisory/management experience desired but not required. This position may not have direct reports.

Work Environment:

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Works in a manufacturing environment.

Physical Demands:

• Ability to kneel reach walk push pull and grasp.
• Ability to lift to 50 lbs.
• Ability to move arms hands and fingers
• Ability to sit for sustained periods.
• Required to wear personal protective equipment.
• Prolonged sitting with some standing and bending intermittently during work hours.
• Subject to interruptions

Environmental Exposure:

• Required to wear personal protective equipment where applicable.
• Subject to frequent interruptions.
• The ability to talk on the phone and use a computer for extended periods may be required.
• May involve exposure to moderate noise levels from printers faxes computers etc.

Overnight Travel:

• Work may require out-of-town travel depending upon assignment (training and meeting).

At Ultra Clean Technologyâwe do not just welcome diversity - we celebrate it!âUltra Clean Technology is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race color national or ethnic origin age religion disability sexual orientation gender gender identity and expression marital status and any other characteristic protected under laws and regulations.

UCTâoffers an excellent benefits package to all full-time employees which includes medical dental vision 401(k) and paid time off.

Required Experience:

Manager