Sr Supplier Quality Technician

ABOUT ADVANCED ENERGY

Advanced Energy (Nasdaq: AEIS) is a global leader in the design and manufacturing of highly engineered, precision power conversion, measurement and control solutions for mission-critical applications and processes. AE’s power solutions enable customer innovation in complex applications for a wide range of industries including semiconductor equipment, industrial, manufacturing, telecommunications, data center computing and healthcare. Advanced Energy has devoted four decades to perfecting power for its global customers and is headquartered in Denver, Colorado.

WHY BE A PART OF ADVANCED ENERGY?

Some people say it’s like working in the best of two worlds. We operate like an agile, growing, small company – you can see your work make a difference to the company every day. Things move quickly and you can see and feel it. At the same time, we’re a global company founded in 1981 and have been publicly traded for more than 28 years. We have a strong cash position, deep trust and partnership with leading customers, a global best-in-class operations capability, and a proven leadership team. We have a track record and resources to make things happen both organically and inorganically. Being part of a nimble company with a solid foundation attracts team members that are capable, driven and like a challenge. Our employees collaborate and know how to have fun inventing, working, building and winning together. At our core, we are Advanced Energy – powering the future, together.

POSITION SUMMARY

Support SQE Engineers in New Product Introduction (NPI) activities by performing technical quality support, component verification, inspection and measurement support, supplier quality documentation, issue tracking and coordination activities to ensure successful product qualification and production readiness.

1. Perform the following activities:

• Conduct reject component verification during NPI stages from Production, IQC and Customer.
• Handle administrative tasks such as:
  • Compilation and uploading of NPI data into systems.
  • Review and validation of SQIR from Production, IQC and internal teams.
  • Issuance of Supplier Corrective Action Requests (SCAR)
• Support daily operations across Production, IQC and customer requirements.
• Coordinate supplier sorting, rework, and evaluation activities.
• Oversee/collaborate on IQC measurement activities for NPI component.
• Follow up on supplier issues and pending requirements.

1. Propose and support supplier improvement initiatives to meet quality objectives and monitor supplier performance for new products.
2. Support internal teams such as QE, Process, Eng'g and purchasing in resolving production and customer quality issues related to supplier materials.
3. Participate in factory quality meetings and supplier visit/meetings.
4. Support product development activities such as: PQCP reviews, Supplier fabrication monitoring, other related tasks. 

RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Generate regular quality reports
   • SCAR reports
   • weekly updates
   • system uploads as required
2. Provide factory support
   • review SQIR, MDR (to include formally informing the supplier) and E-Purgings
   • participate in quality meetings
   • validate measurements
   • support internal and customer requirements
3. Perform other quality and administrative assignments as directed by SQE Engineer or SQE Manager, such as
   • cross-functional quality meetings
   • supplier and customer discussions
   • perform other tasks as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

• Graduate of a 3-year technical course or college graduate in the field of Engineering, preferably Mechanical Eng'g or related field
• Minimum 2 to 4 years of experience in Supplier Quality, Quality Assurance, Quality Control, or Manufacturing Quality within an industrial or manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge and hands-on experience in the use of measuring and inspection equipment, including 2D and 3D measurement systems (e.g., CMM, Vision Systems, Calipers, Micrometers, Height Gauges).
• Knowledge of Statistical Process Control (SPC), quality tools, and structured problem-solving methodologies (e.g., 8D, 5 Why, Fishbone Diagram, FMEA).
• Ability to read, understand, and interpret engineering drawings, GD&T specifications, and technical documentation.
• Ability to prepare technical reports, inspection reports, and supplier quality documentation.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001, IATF 16949, AS9100, or other relevant quality management systems is an advantage.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to interact effectively with suppliers, cross-functional teams, and internal stakeholders.
• Strong attention to detail, analytical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and willing to learn new technologies and quality methodologies.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented manufacturing environment.
• Willing to be assigned in EPZA Rosario, Cavite