KYOCERA AVX is a leading global manufacturer of advanced electronic components engineered to accelerate technological innovation and build a better future. As a wholly owned subsidiary of KYOCERA Corporation structured to capitalize on shared resources and technical expertise, KYOCERA AVX has an expansive global footprint comprised of several dozen research, development, and manufacturing facilities spanning more than 15 countries and staffed with talented personnel dedicated to innovation, component quality, customer service, and enabling a brighter future through technology.
KYOCERA AVX designs, develops, manufactures, and supplies advanced capacitors, antennas, connectors, circuit protection and timing devices, sensors, controls, filters, fuses, diodes, resistors, couplers, and inductors optimized for employment in the international 5G, IoT, aerospace, automotive, consumer electronics, industrial, medical, and military markets.
Provide advanced-level quality engineering support to the manufacturing team to improve quality and reliability of products. Will participate in a variety of activities that include direct interaction with suppliers, customers, and other Kyocera-AVX R&D and Production Facilities.
Develops and manages processes and procedures related to quality assurance of KYOCERA AVX products manufactured within the plant.
Effectively implement industry, customer, and company requirements into the plants quality management system.
Improve quality performance using process controls, product inspection, data analysis, and problem-solving tools.
Perform failure analysis and process investigation to determine the root cause of problems.
Provide corrective action reports to close issues with internal and external customers.
Support the plant Quality Management System and compliance to ISO-9001, ISO/TS-16949, AS9100, MIL-STD- 790 standards.
Travel to other KAVX locations, suppliers, and customers as needed.
Identify process problems and initiate corrective action.
Initiate programs to reduce cost and improve quality and reliability.
Individually establish site quality KPIs, metrics, and objectives and reviews with Supervisor
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Management required. MBA or other advanced degree preferred.
10 plus years of industry experience in Quality that may include experience in Operations or equivalent function; Quality experience must be at the exempt level.
ISO9001 certified manufacturing experience required, and Aerospace (AS9001) and/or Military (MIL-STD-790) industry experience preferred.
Product, process, and equipment qualification experience preferred.
Proficiency in electronic component manufacturing processes, technologies, or other relevant areas of responsibility.
Demonstrated experience using a full range of continuous improvement tools and fundamentals to drive results; strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Able to document expertise in design & execution of Quality/technical work.
Demonstrated proficiency using Microsoft Office and other similar software applications
Excellent writing, interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal).
Knowledge of international cultures and customs to facilitate effectiveness of quality initiatives is a plus.
Occasional travel may be required but should not exceed 5-10%.
Ability to work non-standard hours as needed, based on the needs of manufacturing and customers, either due to product/process launch or issue escalations.
Kyocera-AVX is an Equal Opportunity Employer: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
