Quality Technician

Quality Technician

Req ID: 200305

Location: Costa Mesa, CA, United States

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Description

Sanmina Corporation (Nasdaq: SANM) is a global powerhouse in integrated manufacturing solutions serving the fastest growing segments of the global Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) market. We are a global engine providing the end-to-end manufacturing backbone for the world''s most essential and innovative brands. Whether it''s autonomous vehicles, life-saving medical tech, next-gen aerospace, or AI/cloud infrastructure - our integrated solutions don't just meet standards-they redefine them.

Summary

Viking Technology, a division of Sanmina Corporation, leads the Enterprise and Embedded server and storage market in Solid State Drives (SSD), DRAM, and hybrid storage technologies. With a breadth of solutions that bridge both SSD and DRAM, Viking Technology has the ability to deliver any storage solution from high-performance computing SSDs down to embedded kiosk flash devices. Viking Technology has over two decades of focused storage and DRAM development, delivering high technology solutions that optimize the value and performance of customers' applications in the Enterprise, Network Infrastructure, Embedded, and Defense & Aerospace markets. With an extensive product breadth of SSD and DRAM, Viking Technology stands as one of the top Tier storage solution provider in the market.

What You''ll Do

Performs functions associated with quality control and quality assurance operations, including working with engineers in set-up and calibration tasks and carrying out rework and quality assurance procedures related to production or operations. Uses sophisticated programs to collect and evaluate data to assist in assessing and documenting results of quality assurance and control processes. Determines and may assist in developing methods and procedures for quality assurance and control. Works with engineers in conducting experiments.

Nature of Duties/Responsibilities:

• Creates First Article Inspection Reports (FAIR) and other dimensional inspection reports for manufactured printed circuit boards.
• Interpreting customer drawings, specifications, and other customer requirements
• You will communicate and collaborate with various other departments to gather objective evidence needed to create and submit FAIR reports
• You will work with minimal day to day supervision upon completion of company Quality and Safety training
• Navigates internal company software and database systems to gather information
• Accurately completes First Article Inspection Report (FAIR) and other dimensional inspection reports
• Interprets drawings, specifications, customer requirements
• Works effectively with and communicates with various departments, including: Front End Engineering, Production Control, Manufacturing, QC Inspection, and Delegated Source Inspection
• Summarizes and communicates potential areas of non-conformances to Quality and/or Manufacturing management
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Reads and interprets complex engineering drawings, assembly drawings, blueprints, Bills of Material (BOM), and specifications.
• Applies foundational knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing
• (GD&T) to interpret drawing callouts.
• Performs receiving inspection on incoming purchased components and raw materials.
• Documents all non-conformances found during inspection, issues non-conforming material reports (NCMRs), and segregates defective parts.
• Applies final QC approval (stamps, labels, stickers) only to verified, conforming products in strict adherence to company policy.
• Maintains accurate and detailed inspection logs and reports in the quality system.
• Interfaces with Production and Engineering teams to clearly communicate quality issues.

What You''ll Bring

• Associate Level or Certificate in related field
• Experience and familiarity with PCBAs
• 4-6 years related experience in Quality including, 1-3 years previous FAI experience; 1-3 years print Reading experience
• Good understanding of ISO9001/AS9100 Quality Management Systems
• Strong working knowledge of inspection methods including sampling plans and testing and inspection equipment
• Ability to interpret product specifications
• Thorough attention to detail
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently majority of the workday
• Ability to work well as a team or with other departments when needed
• Moderate general computer skills using MS Office products: Word, Excel, PDF

Why Join Us?

At Sanmina, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $56,160.00 and $62,400.00, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

Sanmina employees also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Sanmina, reimbursement for certain educational expenses - including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation.

Sanmina is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment. Sanmina provides equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Please be aware that this position may require access to technology, software, or technical data that is subject to U.S. export control laws. All offers of employment are contingent on the applicant either 1) being a "U.S. Person," defined as a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful permanent resident, or (iii) other protected individual, such as a refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157 or asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158; or 2) being eligible to obtain a timely export control license or license exception from the applicable U.S. federal agency.

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