Sr. Global Supplier Quality Engineer

Company Overview

KLA is a global leader in diversified electronics for the semiconductor manufacturing ecosystem. Virtually every electronic device in the world is produced using our technologies. No laptop smartphone wearable device voice-controlled gadget flexible screen VR device or smart car would have made it into your hands without us. KLA invents systems and solutions for the manufacturing of wafers and reticles integrated circuits packaging printed circuit boards and flat panel displays. The innovative ideas and devices that are advancing humanity all begin with inspiration research and development. KLA focuses more than average on innovation and we invest 15% of sales back into R&D. Our expert teams of physicists engineers data scientists and problem-solvers work together with the worlds leading technology providers to accelerate the delivery of tomorrows electronic devices. Life here is exciting and our teams thrive on tackling really hard problems. There is never a dull moment with us.

Job Description/Preferred Qualifications

Were seeking someone who can own and elevate supplier quality performance ensuring both supplier processes and outputs consistently meet high standards. This role requires experience validating process capability and measurement systems auditing quality systems and supervising and improving ongoing performance. The ideal candidate can identify gaps drive root cause and CAPA and hold suppliers accountable through data-driven improvements. Success in this role comes from the ability to strengthen and scale supplier quality management systems reducing defects and ensuring consistent high-performance components across the supply chain!

Job Description but not limited to:

• Responsible for onboarding of suppliers communication and training of KLA supplier quality requirements
• Perform supplier risk assessment document process of record and control plan for supplier performance indicators. Monitor and trend performance.
• Drive Develop for Quality (DFQ) inputs and resolutions for known quality issue into build and carrying findings into supplier process control.
• Implement product conformance reviews FAI and KPCS process control data for new products and suppliers
• Lead supplier continuous improvement activities
• Prepare supplier quality performance data for business reviews
• Collaborate with manufacturing and engineering on resolution of supplier RCCA for non-conformances
• Leads supplier and internal quality scorecards through quality related data collection analysis and periodic reporting
• Working with multi-functional teams within KLA to make to ensure high quality standards from suppliers.
• Potential travel both domestically and internationally up to 30% of the time

Qualifications:

• Proven experience with supplier quality engineering preferably within optics photonics or precision engineering environments
• Hands-on experience supporting optics or optical component suppliers (lenses mirrors coatings laser systems or alignment-critical assemblies)
• Ability to read interpret and validate optical specifications including tolerances surface quality and performance requirements is a plus
• Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with optics engineers on technical requirements specifications and issue resolution
• Experience applying supplier quality methodologies (RCCA CAPA 8D) in high-precision or optics-driven manufacturing environments
• Strong understanding of process capability measurement systems and inspection methods for precision/optical components
• Experience working with global suppliers and driving measurable quality improvements
• Domestic and International travel from 30% to 40% is required.

• Opportunity to develop and scale supplier quality systems globally across critical technologies
• Direct impact on product performance yield and customer satisfaction

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelors degree with 8 years work experience OR Masters degree with 6 years work experience OR PhD with 3 years work experience or equivalent work experience

Base Pay Range: $102200.00 - $173700.00 Annually

Primary Location: USA-MI-Ann Arbor-KLA

KLAs total rewards package for employees may also include participation in performance incentive programs and eligibility for additional benefits including but not limited to: medical dental vision life and other voluntary benefits 401(K) including company matching employee stock purchase program (ESPP) student debt assistance tuition reimbursement program development and career growth opportunities and programs financial planning benefits wellness benefits including an employee assistance program (EAP) paid time off and paid company holidays and family care and bonding leave.

Interns are eligible for some of the benefits listed. Our pay ranges are determined by role level and location. The range displayed reflects the pay for this position in the primary location identified in this posting. Actual pay depends on several factors including state minimum pay wage rates location job-related skills experience and relevant education level or training. We are committed to complying with all applicable federal and state minimum wage requirements where applicable. If applicable your recruiter can share more about the specific pay range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

KLA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We will ensure that qualified individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process to perform essential job functions and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us at or at 1- to request accommodation.

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