Principal Manufacturing Engineer
formfactor · Yokohama, Japan ·
- Seniority
- Principal
- Category
- Industrial engineering
- Experience
- 3+ years
Forming Our Future together
FormFactor, Inc. (NASDAQ: FORM), is a leading provider of essential test and measurement technologies along the full semiconductor product life cycle — from characterization, modeling, reliability, and design de-bug, to qualification and production test. Semiconductor companies rely upon FormFactor’s products and services to accelerate profitability by optimizing device performance and advancing yield knowledge. The company serves customers through its network of facilities in Asia, Europe, and North America.
Rooted in our core values — Focus on the Customer, Ownership & Accountability, Respectfully & Effectively Communicate, and Motivate & Develop People — we foster an environment where diverse perspectives are not only welcomed but celebrated. Everyone can make an impact here. Whether it's improving products, supporting customers, or positively influencing peers and the community, the contributions of our people matter.
Job Description:
Responsible for overall quality management activities for probe card products manufactured by the SPG team.
Key Responsibilities
The primary focus is on manufacturing process-related quality management, with supply chain quality management also included within the scope of responsibility.
- Implementing and maintaining quality systems in compliance with ISO 9001 and semiconductor industry standards
- Leading internal audits, gap assessments, and Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA) processes
- Establishing and leading site quality management reviews with a focus on improving the effectiveness of the QMS
- Managing document control systems, change management workflows, and quality records
- Collaborating with Manufacturing, Engineering, and Supply Chain teams to ensure quality system compliance and audit readiness
- Analyzing quality data and metrics to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement
- Driving continuous improvement initiatives related to quality systems, documentation, and compliance
- Leading cross-functional problem-solving activities using structured methodologies (e.g., 8D, 4C, FMEA, RCA)
- Managing quality control activities related to the supply chain
Key Skills:
- ISO 9001 & AS9100
- Quality Management Systems (QMS)
- CAPA & Audit Processes
- Semiconductor Manufacturing
- IPC Standards
- ERP & MES Systems
- Document Control & Change Management
- Data Analysis & Risk Management
- Lean Methodologies
- Project Management
- Cleanroom Operations
Skills:
Quality Awareness, Quality Check, Quality Compliance, Quality Engineering, Quality Inspections, Quality Operations, Quality Oversight, Quality Performance, Quality Standards, Vendor QualityEducation & Experience:
Minimum of 5 years of related experience with a Bachelor’s degree; or 3 years and a Master’s degree; or a PhD without experience; or equivalent work | Required