Sr Supplier Quality Technician

About Advanced Energy

Advanced Energy Industries, Inc. (NASDAQ: AEIS), enables design breakthroughs and drives growth for leading semiconductors and industrial customers. Our precision power and control technologies, along with our applications know-how, inspire close partnerships and innovation in thin-film and industrial manufacturing. We are proud of our rich heritage, award-winning technologies, and we value the talents and contributions of all Advanced Energys employees worldwide.

Job Summary

 Support SQE Engineers in New Product Introduction (NPI) activities by performing technical quality support, component verification, inspection and measurement support, supplier quality documentation, issue tracking and coordination activities to ensure successful product qualification and production readiness.

1. Perform the following activities:

• Conduct reject component verification during NPI stages from Production, IQC and Customer.
• Handle administrative tasks such as:
  • Compilation and uploading of NPI data into systems.
  • Review and validation of SQIR from Production, IQC and internal teams.
  • Issuance of Supplier Corrective Action Requests (SCAR)
• Support daily operations across Production, IQC and customer requirements.
• Coordinate supplier sorting, rework, and evaluation activities.
• Oversee/collaborate on IQC measurement activities for NPI component.
• Follow up on supplier issues and pending requirements.

2. Propose and support supplier improvement initiatives to meet quality objectives and monitor supplier performance for new products.
3. Support internal teams such as QE, Process, Engg and purchasing in resolving production and customer quality issues related to supplier materials.
4. Participate in factory quality meetings and supplier visit/meetings.
5. Support product development activities such as: PQCP reviews, Supplier fabrication monitoring, other related tasks. 

Responsibilities

1. Generate regular quality reports
   • SCAR reports
   • weekly updates
   • system uploads as required
2. Provide factory support
   • review SQIR, MDR (to include formally informing the supplier) and E-Purgings
   • participate in quality meetings
   • validate measurements
   • support internal and customer requirements
3. Perform other quality and administrative assignments as directed by SQE Engineer or SQE Manager, such as
   • cross-functional quality meetings
   • supplier and customer discussions
   • perform other tasks as assigned

Qualifications

• Graduate of a 3-year technical course or college graduate in the field of Engineering, preferably Mechanical Engg or related field
• Minimum 2 to 4 years of experience in Supplier Quality, Quality Assurance, Quality Control, or Manufacturing Quality within an industrial or manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge and hands-on experience in the use of measuring and inspection equipment, including 2D and 3D measurement systems (e.g., CMM, Vision Systems, Calipers, Micrometers, Height Gauges).
• Knowledge of Statistical Process Control (SPC), quality tools, and structured problem-solving methodologies (e.g., 8D, 5 Why, Fishbone Diagram, FMEA).
• Ability to read, understand, and interpret engineering drawings, GD&T specifications, and technical documentation.
• Ability to prepare technical reports, inspection reports, and supplier quality documentation.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001, IATF 16949, AS9100, or other relevant quality management systems is an advantage.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to interact effectively with suppliers, cross-functional teams, and internal stakeholders.
• Strong attention to detail, analytical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and willing to learn new technologies and quality methodologies.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented manufacturing environment.

Compensation

As part of our total rewards philosophy, we believe in offering and maintaining competitive compensation and benefits programs for our employees to attract and retain a talented, highly engaged workforce.  Our compensation programs are focused on equitable, fair pay practices including market-based base pay, an annual pay-for-performance incentive plan, we offer a strong benefits package in each of the countries in which we operate.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)

Advanced Energy is committed to diversity in its workforce including Equal Employment Opportunity for Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities.

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