Semiconductor Quality Manager

Merck•Dallas, TX

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Semiconductor Quality Manager role at EMD Electronics is an onsite position in Dallas, TX, with approximately 10% domestic and international travel. This role is crucial for leading and developing a global team of quality engineers to ensure the highest quality standards for semiconductor materials delivered to major customers worldwide. The manager will champion cross-functional collaboration to resolve complex technology challenges, drive root cause investigations, and implement corrective actions. A key aspect of the role is cultivating a quality-first culture by embedding quality thinking at every level and serving as the primary voice of the customer. The position is accountable for sustaining and improving quality performance across sites, enforcing process control tools, and identifying automation initiatives. The role also involves dispositioning discrepant materials, contributing to global quality projects, and leading risk assessments for new product introductions.

Requirements

Bachelors degree in Engineering, Chemistry, Physics, Material Science, or other technical discipline
8+ yrs or more in chemical manufacturing, process engineering, control engineering, analytical chemist, or semiconductor fabrication experience

Nice To Haves

MS or PhD in Engineering, Chemistry, Physics, Material Science, or other technical discipline
Proven ability to inspire and motivate teams while collaborating effectively across multiple internal stakeholder groups
Track record of successfully contributing to project advancement, team development, and process improvement initiatives
Hands-on experience applying Lean and/or Six Sigma methodologies or leading data-driven process optimization projects
Strong time management and organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple concurrent projects and activities
Moderate to advanced proficiency in statistical methods, including SPC, t-tests, ANOVA, and single and multivariate statistical modeling
Skilled in quality problem-solving tools (5 Whys, segmentation, Model-Based Problem Solving), FMEAs, continuous improvement (CI) activities, management of change, and document control systems
Proficient in data science and statistical software, including JMP, Palantir Foundry, and/or Python, as well as data visualization tools such as Tableau
Experience in process improvement, data automation, and data digitization initiatives
Demonstrated ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds and cultures
Industry experience within the Electronics sector, with preference for semiconductor environments
Familiarity with ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems
ISO 9001 or IATF 16949 Internal Auditor Certification
Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification
Experience with SAP

Responsibilities

Lead and develop a global team of quality engineers to drive execution excellence and ensure the highest quality standards for semiconductor materials delivered to major customers worldwide
Champion cross-functional collaboration to swiftly resolve complex technology challenges and minimize business impact
Drive root cause investigations and lead cross-functional teams in implementing robust corrective, preventative, and mitigation actions to uphold world-class quality standards
Own and oversee quality audits at manufacturing sites and toller facilities, ensuring compliance and continuous readiness
Cultivate and advance a startup quality culture by partnering with site and cross-functional teams to embed quality-first thinking at every level
Serve as the primary voice of the customer, translating customer expectations and feedback into actionable site priorities
Accountable for sustaining and improving quality performance across sites by fostering collaboration between site teams and global functional groups, driving measurable continuous improvement
Enforce disciplined application of process control tools (e.g., SPC reviews) to ensure quality, reduce variation, and uncover continuous improvement opportunities
Identify and champion automation initiatives to accelerate decision-making and enhance visibility into unknown variables and emerging issues
Disposition discrepant materials, identify process gaps, and lead cross-functional and external stakeholder efforts to implement controls that prevent and reduce variation
Contribute to and support the advancement of global quality projects, Lean and/or Six Sigma process improvements, and data-driven optimization initiatives aligned with internal and customer requirements
Identify, assess, and recommend risk mitigation strategies to safeguard business financials, quality commitments, and customer satisfaction
Lead risk assessments for new product introductions and ensure robust process controls are in place to prevent quality escapes to customers