Supplier Quality Engineer Semiconductor at Garmin International in Olathe, Kansas

Job Description:

GPS Manufacturer/Distributor

As a leading worldwide provider of navigation devices and wearable technology, our focus is on developing, designing and supporting superior products. Our advanced technology promotes performance, safety and ease of use in every market we serve. That makes us an engineering and technology company with a keen focus on recruiting talent in those fields. But the same vertical integration business model that keeps all design and manufacturing processes in-house also gives us the incentive to hire top performers from different backgrounds, including operations, finance and accounting, information technology, sales, marketing and communications.

In operations and facilities, we literally do it all…in-house. We are looking for skilled, energetic individuals who want to join our quality, international shipping, manufacturing, office services, planning, purchasing, receiving, returns and warehouse teams. These associates do everything from delivering packages and purchasing supplies to assembling aviation panel mounts and ensuring our large shipments of goods are exported according to applicable international laws. Together, they proactively support associates and customers alike. If you’re ready to work – and have fun, too – come, help us put the pieces together!

We are looking for a full-time Quality Engineer 2 for our headquarters in the greater Kansas City area. In this role you will be under the general supervision of a manager or mentor, leads small projects and/or sub projects in analysis, development and improvement of quality systems. Other essential functions include: 

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  Develops process FMEA, Control Plans, conduct capability assessment, and measurement systems analysis  

  
  


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  Analyzes and improves quality systems to enhance product and process quality and reduce cost

  
  


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  Develop Inspection Reference Plans in support of RMI (as assigned)

  
  


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  Conducts audits, documents audit findings and ensure closure of audit findings

  
  


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  Analyze failures, and provide corrective and preventive action to respond to customer complaints.

  
  


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  Data collection, analysis, and dissemination including quality performance, cost and reliability/warranty calculations

  
  


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  Demonstrates good communication skills in collaboration with Garmin associates and external customers

  
  


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  Collaborates and adds value in engineering design reviews 

  
  


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  Understands and implements lean tools and methods in performance of essential functions 

  
  


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  Estimate level of effort for a task 

  
  


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  Analyzes data to determine quality trends, finds technical root causes and implement corrective actions for given problems 

  
  


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  Design custom tooling as needed for specific applications 

  
  


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  Provide reliable solutions to a variety of problems using sound problem solving techniques 

  
  


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  Serve as a mentor to less experienced quality engineers (Quality Engineer 1)

  
  


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  Apply a sense of urgency, commitment and focus on the right priorities in developing solutions in a timely fashion

  
  


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  Apply Garmin’s Mission Statement and Quality Policy and enthusiastically exhibit a desire to see Garmin succeed

  
  

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES:

 

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  Completes basic cost analyses and provides justification for new equipment

  
  


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  Perform other job-related duties as assigned

  
  

Qualified candidates possess a Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering or related field AND a minimum of 2 years relevant experience, OR an equivalent combination of education and experience. Other requirements include: 

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  Outstanding academics (cumulative GPA greater than or equal to 3.0 as a general rule)

  
  


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  Demonstrates full use of industry standards and procedures 

  
  


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  Demonstrated proficiency and knowledge in use of engineering tools

  
  

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:

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  Understanding of IATF 16949/VDA/MLA, AS 9100, APQP/PPAP/MSA,Supplier/sub-supplier Quality, ,  AIG Layered Audits and Customer Specific Requirements

  
  


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  Previous work or internship experience in a quality engineering role

  
  

Our benefits are designed to lead an evolving marketplace, support innovation and encourage a healthy balance between work and life. They allow our associates to make their own decisions about their wellbeing and future and consistently rank Garmin as a top tier benefits provider when compared to other high-tech employers. We offer a choice of high value medical, dental and vision plans with low or no premiums, to fit your and your family’s preferences. In addition, Garmin’s financial benefits include a generous 401K retirement plan that provides 5% of pay base contribution plus a match of 75 cents for every dollar you contribute to a maximum of 10% of your compensation. The employee stock purchase plan allows for shares to be bought at a 15% discount. Garmin offers many other benefits and perks ranging from wellbeing initiatives, educational assistance and career development, community charity support, and employee discounts just to name a few.

Garmin International is an equal opportunity employer.  Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran’s status, age or disability.

 

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