Base Pay Range: $80,100.00 - $136,200.00 Annually

Primary Location: USA-CA-Milpitas-KLAKLA’s total rewards package for employees may also include participation in performance incentive programs and eligibility for additional benefits identified below. Interns are eligible for some of the benefits identified below. Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed above reflects the minimum and maximum pay for this position in the primary location identified in this posting. Actual pay depends on several factors, including location, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education level or training. If applicable, your recruiter can share more about the specific pay range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

Company Overview

KLA is a global leader in diversified electronics for the semiconductor manufacturing ecosystem. Virtually every electronic device in the world is produced using our technologies. No laptop, smartphone, wearable device, voice-controlled gadget, flexible screen, VR device or smart car would have made it into your hands without us. KLA invents systems and solutions for the manufacturing of wafers and reticles, integrated circuits, packaging, printed circuit boards and flat panel displays. The innovative ideas and devices that are advancing humanity all begin with inspiration, research and development. KLA focuses more than average on innovation and we invest 15% of sales back into R&D. Our expert teams of physicists, engineers, data scientists and problem-solvers work together with the world’s leading technology providers to accelerate the delivery of tomorrow’s electronic devices. Life here is exciting and our teams thrive on tackling really hard problems. There is never a dull moment with us.

Group/Division

The SensArray division is the world leading provider of in situ processing measurement and control solutions for the semiconductor industry. The company provides measurement and control solutions to both semiconductor fabs and mask shops to ensure that yields are consistently high thus enabling cost-effective manufacturing SensArray business unit is dedicate to support customer R&D phase as well as HVM with in-situ thermal process control. SensArray business unit enable APC (Automated Process Control) to improve process optimization and yield improvement.

Job Description/Preferred Qualifications

Quality Engineer

The Quality Engineer, has the responsibility to verify that company activities fully implement the quality manual policies and procedures; in addition, The Quality Representative has the authority to assign action items to all personnel to ensure compliance as well as the authority to escalate any quality issues directly to the General Manager of VLSI Standards, when deemed appropriate.

Irrespective of other responsibilities, the management responsibility and authority include:

Ensuring that processes needed for the Quality Management System are established, implemented, and maintained. Reporting to executive management on the performance of the system and any need for improvement. Maintain a physical document control system in place for all ISO and NVLAP Quality Records, communications with DQS, and communications with NVLAP for the items related to ISO 9001:2015 and ISO/IEC 17025: 2017 Update the quality manual. Administer CPARs by receiving them, assigning to appropriate managers and follow-up.  Coordinate MRM meetings with agendas, minutes, and follow-up on action items. Collect and present to management data regarding quality metrics monthly. Facilitate all audits (customers, DQS, NVLAP), and follow up on audit results. Coordinate personnel training activities, supplier surveys, and internal audits. Participate in quality activities as required by management. Drive implementation of new quality standards as required. Maintain an internal audit checklist Prepare an annual audit plan Ensure that personnel are trained to conduct audits Ensuring the promotion of awareness of customer requirements throughout the organization. The Quality Representative is a dotted line report to the General Manager of VLSI Standards, Incorporated in all quality related matters.   The results of all quality related activities are reviewed at the MRMs and additional actions decided upon and owners for these actions are assigned.  The VLSI Standards’ Quality Representative has the authority and responsibility for ensuring that a Quality Management System which meets the requirements of ISO 9001:2015 and ISO/IEC 17025:2017"Quality Systems, Z540…" and NVLAP guidelines are established, implemented and maintained.  The Quality Representative is responsible for periodic reporting to VLSI Standards’ Management team on the performance of the Quality Management System for review and as a basis for its continuous improvement.

Minimum Qualifications

Master’s Level Degree and 0 years related work experience; Bachelor’s Level Degree and related work experience of 2 years

The company offers a total rewards package that is competitive and comprehensive including but not limited to the following:  medical, dental, vision, life, and other voluntary benefits, 401(K) including company matching, employee stock purchase program (ESPP), student debt assistance, tuition reimbursement program, development and career growth opportunities and programs, financial planning benefits, wellness benefits including an employee assistance program (EAP), paid time off and paid company holidays, and family care and bonding leave.

KLA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any other status protected by applicable law. We will ensure that qualified individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us at [email protected] or at +1-408-352-2808 to request accommodation.