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Reporting to the Quality Manager
Position Overview
The Quality Engineering Manager is responsible for leading the Quality Engineering and Quality Engineering Technician within the KEJ facility. This position will provide the strategic and tactical direction to directly impact the day-to-day quality of our products. Work directly with a cross-functional team to drive improvements to key metrics and customer satisfaction.
Quick Summary
The person in this role will be working in a team of Quality Engineers and Quality Engineering Technicians to meet and exceed customer expectations for conducting New Product Introductions and sustaining current production. The Quality Engineering Manager position will include direct communications with the customer(s) and making data driven decisions to ensure quality product is a priority above all.
To be successful the candidate must be self-motivated, persistent, quality driven, a quick learner, possess good communication skills, have a positive attitude, and be able work independently, but be a team player. The Quality Engineering Manager will also help to mentor the other Quality Engineers and Quality Engineering Technicians.
Basic Background Requirements
- Utilization of Statistical Analysis & Tools
- Chi Square, ANOVA, DOE, SPC
- ESD knowledge, GD&T knowledge, MSA knowledge
- KEJ Quality Systems knowledge and International Standards (ISO)
- Be knowledgeable of applicable customer Quality Standards and IPC Standards knowledge
- ISO 9001
- ISO 13485
- AS9100
- IATF16949
- IPC610
- IPC6012
- Knowledgeable of Lean Six Sigma Strategy
- PPAP Requirements
- Experience in Electronics Manufacturing.
- Strong mechanical and electronics knowledge and experience
- Quality Corrective Action background
- Disciplined problem solving approach
- Project Leadership skills
- Understanding of Lean/Six Sigma concepts and/or certification
- Proven success in running Kaizen events.
- Proven track record of leading 2nd party audits.
- Problem solving techniques and processes
- Knowledge of software and applications development processes
- Knowledge of AIAG Core Tools
- Experience leading a diverse team in a demanding environment
Key Performance Objectives
Short Term: (0 to 3 months)
- Learn the Customer Requirements and Quality flow downs
- Learn KEJ systems and controls
- Take ownership of the CFT Quality meetings, data for the meetings, action items
- Learn Quality and Manufacturing documentation and processes
- Provide leadership to Quality Engineering and Quality Engineering Technicians.
- Learn and provide input to the Quality Manager in relation to Operational Excellence
Midterm: (3 to 12 months)
- Co-own Corrective Actions to closure internally and externally
- Automate systems as controls and reporting
- Reduce overall customer PPM, FPY and COPQ metrics
- Implement data driven decisions
- Understand the cost drivers for COPQ caused during NPI/Production and put actions in place to eliminate the associated costs
- Analyze quality data and identify trends
- Document implement new processes while continuously improving current processes and documentation
- Reviews customer documentation and determines NPI/APQP requirements
- Ensures the effective use of material, equipment and personnel in producing quality products at minimum costs and support the development of quotations in response to our customer’s RFQs.
Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown underrepresented groups are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Kimball Electronics we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive work environment. If you think you might be a good fit for a role but don't necessarily meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply. You may be the right candidate for this role or other roles!
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We will consider for employment qualified candidates with arrest and conviction records, consistent with applicable law (including, for example, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance for roles based in San Francisco).
Skills Required
- Utilization of Statistical Analysis & Tools (Chi Square, ANOVA, DOE, SPC)
- ESD knowledge
- GD&T knowledge
- MSA knowledge
- Knowledge of KEJ Quality Systems and International Standards
- Familiarity with customer Quality Standards and IPC Standards (IPC610, IPC6012)
- Knowledge of ISO 9001
- Knowledge of ISO 13485
- Knowledge of AS9100
- Knowledge of IATF16949
- Lean Six Sigma strategy and understanding (certification and/or experience)
- PPAP requirements knowledge
- Experience in Electronics Manufacturing
- Strong mechanical and electronics knowledge and experience
- Quality corrective action background
- Disciplined problem solving approach and problem solving techniques/processes
- Project leadership skills and experience leading diverse teams
- Proven success in running Kaizen events
- Proven track record of leading 2nd party audits
- Knowledge of software and applications development processes
- Knowledge of AIAG Core Tools
Kimball Electronics Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Kimball Electronics and has not been reviewed or approved by Kimball Electronics.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — PTO is front‑loaded with tenure tiers, alongside paid parental/caregiver leave and paid jury duty. Company documents outline clear PTO accrual, carryover limits, and leave mechanics.
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Retirement Support — A Vanguard‑administered 401(k) includes a defined company match (50% up to 6% of pay) with immediate vesting. Plan materials indicate structured administration and employer contributions via the match.
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Healthcare Strength — Medical, dental, and vision are offered through established carriers (Anthem, Delta Dental, EyeMed) with added programs like an EAP, Hinge Health, Virta, and travel assistance. Centralized materials list current plan administrators and resources.
Kimball Electronics Insights
What We Do
Who We Are - Kimball Electronics is a leading contract manufacturer of durable goods electronics serving a variety of industries on a global scale. Kimball Electronics continues to make the customer the focus of everything we do. Our touch is felt throughout daily life via the markets we serve: Automotive, Industrial, and Medical. Recognized with a reputation for excellence, Kimball Electronics is committed to a high-performance culture that values personal and organizational commitment to quality, reliability, value, speed, and ethical behavior. Our employees know they are part of a corporate culture that builds success for customers while enabling employees to share in the Company’s success through personal, professional, and financial growth. What We Do - Kimball Electronics is a preeminent Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) provider serving customers around the world. Our contract electronics manufacturing services teams provide manufacturing, engineering and supply chain services, design and testing services, as well as regulatory support processes which utilize common production and support capabilities for a variety of industries globally.
