Supplier Quality Engineer (Solaris)

Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Supplier Qualification & Audits
• Conduct supplier assessments, audits, and capability evaluations to ensure suppliers meet semiconductor industry standards (e.g., IATF 16949, ISO 9001).
• Material Incoming Quality Control
• Define and monitor incoming material inspection criteria, sampling plans, and acceptance standards for wafers, components, chemicals, or packaging materials.
• Process Change Management (PCN/ECN Review)
• Review, evaluate, and approve supplier process changes, equipment modifications, or material substitutions to prevent quality risks.
• Supplier Performance Monitoring
• Track and analyze key supplier KPIs (PPM, OTD, DPPM, defect trends) and conduct regular supplier reviews.
• Non-Conformance Management
• Lead supplier-related nonconformance handling, including issue containment, root-cause analysis (8D, 5 Whys), and corrective/preventive actions (CAPA).
• New Supplier & New Material Introduction
• Support supplier onboarding and qualification of new materials through detailed risk assessment, reliability testing, and documentation review.
• Technical Problem-Solving
• Work with suppliers to investigate yield-impacting issues, design weaknesses, or process variability affecting semiconductor device performance.
• Continuous Improvement Programs
• Drive supplier improvement projects (Six Sigma, SPC optimization, DOE) to enhance quality, reliability, and cost efficiency.
• Compliance & Documentation Control
• Ensure supplier compliance with environmental, safety, and regulatory requirements (RoHS, REACH, PFAS restrictions, conflict minerals reporting).
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Work closely with internal Engineering, Procurement, Manufacturing, and Quality teams to align supplier quality strategies with production requirements
  
  

Education & Experience

• BS in any Engineering course preferably in the field of Electronics, Optical or equivalent.
  
  

Skills

• Root Cause Analysis & Problem-Solving Tools
• Proficiency in 8D, 5 Whys, Fishbone, FMEA, and corrective action methodologies.
• Statistical Process Control (SPC) & Data Analysis
• Ability to use statistical tools (JMP, Minitab, Excel) to analyze trends, variability, and process capability (Cp/Cpk).
• Semiconductor Process & Material Knowledge
• Understanding of wafer fabrication, assembly processes, packaging, materials, reliability standards, and failure mechanisms.
• Quality Management Systems (QMS)
• Familiar with ISO 9001, IATF 16949, ISO 14001, and semiconductor standards (JEDEC).
• Supplier Audit & Assessment Skills
• Experience in performing process audits, PQR/VQR reviews, and supplier capability assessments.
• Communication & Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Ability to clearly communicate with suppliers, engineers, and management across diverse teams.
• Negotiation & Influence
• Skilled at driving suppliers to meet requirements, improve processes, and commit to corrective actions.
• Analytical & Critical Thinking
• Strong ability to evaluate complex data, identify patterns, and make informed decisions.
• Project Management
• Organizing supplier improvement projects, timelines, evaluations, and cross-team activities.
• Attention to Detail & Risk Awareness
• Ensuring accuracy in documentation, supplier reports, PCN reviews, and quality risk assessments.
  
  

Working Conditions

• This role is hybrid
  
  

Culture Commitment

Ensure adherence to company's values (ICARE) in all aspects of your position at Coherent Corp.:

Integrity Create an Environment of Trust

Collaboration Innovate Through the Sharing of Ideas

Accountability Own the Process and the Outcome

Respect Recognize the Value in Everyone

Enthusiasm Find a Sense of Purpose in Work

Coherent Corp. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Coherent Philippines Pte Ltd shares the 5 key principles of fair employment practices and is committed to adopting these principles in the management of our human resources. We believe that the effective implementation of fair employment practices will bring about a more harmonious and progressive work environment within our organization, and contribute towards making Philippines a great place to work.

About Us

Coherent is a global leader in lasers, engineered materials and networking components. We are a vertically integrated manufacturing company that develops innovative products for diversified applications in the industrial, optical communications, military, life sciences, semiconductor equipment, and consumer markets. Coherent provides a comprehensive career development platform within an environment that challenges employees to perform at their best, while rewarding excellence and hard-work through a competitive compensation program. It's an exciting opportunity to work for a company that offers stability, longevity and growth. Come Join Us!

Note to recruiters and employment agencies: We will not pay for unsolicited resumes from recruiters and employment agencies unless we have a signed agreement and have required assistance, in writing, for a specific opening.

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