Sandisk
Technology
SeniorEngineer,SMTProcessEngineering
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“Senior Engineer, SMT Process Engineering at Sandisk. Skills: SMT Process Engineering, Process Optimization, Root Cause Analysis, Continuous Improvement. Develop SMT processes. Optimize SMT processes”
What You'll Achieve.
Drive yield improvements; Drive quality improvements; Drive process robustness improvements; Enhance capability; Enhance efficiency; Enhance cost effectiveness; Meet minimum CPK > 1.67; Meet stretch target CPK > 2.0; Achieve FPY > 99.5%; Sustain FPY > 99.5%
Industry & Context.
Root cause analysis; Problem-solving; Analytical; Troubleshooting
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Knowledge of soldering principles, Knowledge of flux chemistry, Knowledge of thermal profiling, Knowledge of IPC standards, Proficient in DOE, Proficient in SPC, Proficient in FMEA, Proficient in root cause analysis tools, Experience with automation, Experience with vision inspection systems, Experience with process control software, Excellent problem-solving skills, Excellent analytical skills, Excellent communication skills, Ability to work independently, Ability to lead cross-functional teams
Nice to Have
Bachelor's or Master's degree, 4 years of hands-on experience, Lean Six Sigma certification
What You'll Do.
Develop SMT processes
Optimize SMT processes
Sustain SMT processes
Develop mechanical assembly processes
Optimize mechanical assembly processes
Sustain mechanical assembly processes
Lead process characterization
Perform root cause analysis
Drive yield improvements
Drive quality improvements
Drive process robustness improvements
Collaborate with manufacturing
Collaborate with quality
Collaborate with NPI engineering
Support new product introduction
Support transition to sustaining mode
Evaluate new equipment
Implement new equipment
Implement new tooling
Evaluate new manufacturing technologies
Select new manufacturing technologies
Implement new manufacturing technologies
Create process documentation
Maintain process documentation
Improve process documentation
Provide technical guidance
Provide training to operators
Provide training to engineering teams
Monitor key process KPIs
Drive continuous improvement initiatives
Support customer audits
Support technical reviews
Support process capability assessments
Drive process capability improvements
Achieve first-pass yield targets
Sustain first-pass yield targets
Define troubleshooting procedures
Maintain troubleshooting procedures
Ensure OCAPs have clear actions
Validate OCAP effectiveness
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Cross-functional teams; Manufacturing teams; Quality teams; NPI engineering teams; Production operators; Engineering teams
Communication Scope
Technical guidance; Training; Customer audits; Technical reviews
Process & Methodology
DOE planning
Full Job Description
Sandisk understands how people and businesses consume data and we relentlessly innovate to deliver solutions that enable today’s needs and tomorrow’s next big ideas. With a rich history of groundbreaking innovations in Flash and advanced memory technologies, our solutions have become the beating heart of the digital world we’re living in and that we have the power to shape. Sandisk meets people and businesses at the intersection of their aspirations and the moment, enabling them to keep moving and pushing possibility forward. We do this through the balance of our powerhouse manufacturing capabilities and our industry-leading portfolio of products that are recognized globally for innovation, performance and quality. Sandisk has two facilities recognized by the World Economic Forum as part of the Global Lighthouse Network for advanced 4IR innovations. These facilities were also recognized as Sustainability Lighthouses for breakthroughs in efficient operations. With our global reach, we ensure the global supply chain has access to the Flash memory it needs to keep our world moving forward. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: * Develop, optimize, and sustain SMT and mechanical assembly processes, with a primary focus on through hole components. * Lead process characterization activities, including DOE planning/execution and in‑depth root cause analysis, to drive yield, quality, and process robustness improvements. * Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams—including manufacturing, quality, and NPI engineering—to support new product introduction and smooth transition to sustaining mode. * Evaluate, select, and implement new equipment, tooling, and manufacturing technologies to enhance capability, efficiency, and cost effectiveness. * Create, maintain, and continuously improve process documentation such as work instructions, control plans, PFMEAs, and standard operating procedures. * Provide technical guidance and training to production operators and engineering
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