Renesas Electronics
semiconductor
PrincipalQualityAssuranceEngineer
“Principal Quality Assurance Engineer at Renesas Electronics. Skills: Supplier Quality Management, Quality Excursion Management, Corrective Actions, Supplier Audit, New Supplier Assessment, Continuous Improvement Leadership, 8D, 5-Why, Fishbone analysis, ISO9001, IATF16949. Act as the primary quality interface between suppliers and Renesas, ensuring alignment with quality requirements and expectations.. Lead the investigation of quality issues using structured problem-solving methodologies (e. g.”
What You'll Achieve.
drive effective corrective and preventive actions to closure; drive continuous improvement at subcontractor sites; support the development and deployment of best-known practices across subcontracted manufacturing operations
Industry & Context.
structured problem-solving methodologies; 8D; 5-Why; Fishbone analysis
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in supplier quality management, including supplier selection, quality improvement, and manufacturing excursion response, Working knowledge of semiconductor assembly processes, Hands-on experience with problem-solving methodologies such as 8D, 5-Why, and Fishbone analysis, written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams
Nice to Have
Experience or knowledge of advanced semiconductor packaging (e.g., Multi-Chip Modules, Wafer-Level Chip Scale Packages), Knowledge and practical use of ISO9001 and IATF16949 Core Tools, Proven ability to influence suppliers and drive timely resolution of quality issues, Experience working in a regional or global supplier quality environment, Understanding of Japanese Culture, Japanese language skill (JLPT N5 or above)
What You'll Do.
Act as the primary quality interface between suppliers and Renesas
ensuring alignment with quality requirements and expectations.
Lead the investigation of quality issues using structured problem-solving methodologies (e. g.
and drive effective corrective and preventive actions to closure.
Maintain and execute the supplier audit program
and support supplier process/material change management and site certification activities.
Provide quality leadership in the evaluation and qualification of new subcontractors supporting Automotive
and Commercial markets.
Analyze quality trends
manage improvement projects
and influence cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement at subcontractor sites.
Deliver supplier quality training and support the development and deployment of best-known practices across subcontracted manufacturing operations.
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
work effectively with cross-functional teams; influence cross-functional teams
Communication Scope
written and verbal communication skills
Process & Methodology
manage improvement projects
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