Company 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.
Job Description
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Lead and govern QA operations across incoming, production, reliability and product quality, excursion, QA inventory controls, ensuring consistency, accuracy, and quality compliance.
- Detail-oriented and proactive individual to manage quality excursions and oversee inventory operations at manufacturing facility.
- Responsible for identifying, containing, and resolving quality issues while ensuring accurate inventory control and efficient material flow.
- Monitor and investigate in-line and post-production quality excursions and operations.
- Coordinate cross-functional teams to perform root cause analysis and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
- Verify effectiveness of corrective and preventive actions taken.
- Lead containment activities for defective or suspect materials and ensure appropriate disposition.
- Maintain quality excursion logs and generate regular reports for internal stakeholders.
- Collaborate with engineering, production, and quality assurance teams to resolve process issues and drive continuous improvement.
- Perform regular inventory audits and reconciliations to maintain accuracy.
- Track inventory movement and conduct regular stock reconciliations.
- Conduct periodic physical inventory counts and cycle counts; investigate and resolve discrepancies.
- Maintain accurate inventory records including product location, batch/lot numbers, and shelf life (if applicable).
- Ensure compliance with safety and quality standards in all inventory-related operations.
- Responsible & accountable for Process Quality Excursion (QAx & SSx)
- Oversee daily quality control processes to ensure quality of final products meets customer’s expectations.
- Support and conduct internal and external audit activities related to process
- Facilitate resolution of proactive quality initiatives; continuous improvement, preventive actions & mistake proofing
- Develop Statistical process control (SPC) system set up (mechanism), including control limits setting, response rules, triggering feature and ensure out of control action plan is followed.
- Develop, conduct & ensure effectiveness of pFMEA, OFE and OCAP
- Create, review update and ensure standard operation procedure (SOP), inspection checklist, control and OCAP plan are being met.
- Responsible for new process, line and tool buy off/readiness and qualification.
- CCB & deviation evaluation verification on Process Related.
- Involve 8D & Lesson learned on Process Related Issue
- Responsible for RMA & FA process relate issue for root cause analysis & Improvement plan.
People Management:
- Manage the performance of the process control team by setting clear goals, regularly reviewing performance, and providing feedback to drive continuous improvement.
- Identify development opportunities and implement training programs to enhance team skills and capabilities.
- Foster a positive work environment by encouraging collaboration, innovation, and open communication.
- Mentor and guide team members in their career development, aligning their growth with organizational objectives.
- Handle recruitment, onboarding, and performance appraisals, ensuring alignment with the organization’s talent management strategies.
Qualifications
Required:
- Bachelor or master degree in electronics, or Science related with 5+ years working experience.
- Experience – minimum of 5 years' experience in manufacturing quality management and PCBA manufactruing industry.
- Experience managing a team of process control or operations analysts.
- Demonstrated ability in performance management, talent development, and team leadership.
Preferred:
- Strong knowledge of process FMEA, SOP management, and audit processes.
- Experience with business contingency planning and IMS implementations.
Skills:
- Strong problem-solving skills with a structured approach to diagnosing and resolving issues.
- Proven experience in driving 6S program implementation and compliance.
- Strong organizational skills and strategic thinking.
- Excellent communication and leadership skills with strong stakeholder management.
- Results-oriented with a proactive leadership style focused on continuous improvement and operational excellence.
Additional Information
Sandisk thrives on the power and potential of diversity. As a global company, we believe the most effective way to embrace the diversity of our customers and communities is to mirror it from within. We believe the fusion of various perspectives results in the best outcomes for our employees, our company, our customers, and the world around us. We are committed to an inclusive environment where every individual can thrive through a sense of belonging, respect and contribution.
Sandisk is committed to offering opportunities to applicants with disabilities and ensuring all candidates can successfully navigate our careers website and our hiring process. Please contact us at jobs.accommodations@sandisk.com to advise us of your accommodation request. In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.
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