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Netweb Technologies India Ltd.

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 Job Summary:
 
 
 The Quality Engineer for SMT/MI is responsible for ensuring the highest quality standards are met throughout the Surface Mount Technology (SMT) &amp; Manual Insertion (MI) assembly process in an Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) environment. This role involves developing, implementing, and maintaining quality control procedures,
 
 
 conducting inspections, analyzing data, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to identify root causes of defects and drive continuous improvement in SMT/MI production.
 
 
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 Quality System Development &amp; Implementation:
 
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 Develop, implement, and maintain quality control plans, procedures,
 
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 and work instructions specifically for SMT/MI processes (e.g., solder paste printing, component placement, reflow soldering, AOI, SPI).
 
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 Ensure adherence to industry standards (e.g., IPC-A-610, IPC- 7711/7721), customer specifications, and internal quality policies.
 
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 Establish and monitor key quality metrics (e.g., First Pass Yield, Defect Per Million Opportunities - DPMO, Cost of Poor Quality related to SMT/MI).
 
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 Process Monitoring &amp; Control:
 
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 Conduct regular audits and inspections of SMT/MI production lines, processes, and equipment to ensure compliance with quality standards and procedures.
 
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 Monitor and analyze SMT/MI process parameters (e.g., reflow profiles, paste volume, placement accuracy)to ensure optimalquality output.
 
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 Utilize and interpretdata from AutomatedOptical Inspection (AOI),
 
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 Solder Paste Inspection (SPI), and X-rayinspection systems to identify trends and potential issues.
 
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 Implement statistical process control (SPC)techniques for criticalSMT parameters.
 
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 Defect Analysis &amp; Root Cause Investigation:
 
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 Lead or participate in the investigation of SMT/MI-related defects,failures, and customer returns.
 
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 Conduct root cause analysisusing methodologies such as 5 Whys, Fishbone diagrams, 8D reports, etc.
 
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 Work closely with SMT/MI Production, Process Engineering, and Design teams to implement effective corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
 
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 Verify the effectiveness of implemented CAPAs&amp; ECN&rsquo;s.
 
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 Inspection &amp; Testing:
 
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 Oversee and optimize in-process and final inspection criteria for SMT/MI assemblies.
 
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 Develop and maintain inspection checklists and visualaids for SMT/MI operators and inspectors.
 
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 Train production personnel on qualitystandards, inspection techniques, and defect identification.
 
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 Supplier Quality (SMT-related):
 
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 Collaborate with the supplierquality team to assess and ensure the quality of incoming SMT/MI components and materials.
 
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 Address and resolvequality issues relatedto components used in SMT/MI.
 
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 Documentation &amp; Reporting:
 
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 Maintain comprehensive quality records, including inspection reports, audit findings, non-conformance reports (NCRs), and CAPA
 
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 documentation.
 
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 Prepare and present quality reports to management, highlighting SMT/MI performance, trends, and improvement initiatives.
 
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 Contribute to the creation and revision of manufacturing work instructions and standard operating procedures (SOPs) from a quality perspective.
 
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 Continuous Improvement:
 
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 Drive continuous improvement activities on the SMT/MI line to enhance yield, reduce scrap, and improve overall product quality.
 
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 Participate in New Product Introduction (NPI) phases to ensure "Design for Quality" and "Design for Manufacturability" principles are
 
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 incorporated into SMT/MI processes.
 
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 Stay updated with the latest SMT/MI technologies, quality trends,and industry best practices.
 
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 Qualifications:
 
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 Education: Bachelor's degree in Electronics Engineering, Electrical
 
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 Engineering, Mechatronics, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical field.
 
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 Technical Skills:
 
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 In-depth knowledge of IPC-A-610 standards (Acceptability of Electronic Assemblies) is mandatory; IPC certification (e.g.,IPC-A-610 CIS or CSE) is highly preferred.
 
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 Strong understanding of SMT/MI defects, their causes, and corrective actions.
 
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 Proficiency in quality tools and methodologies (e.g., SPC, FMEA, 8D, 5 Whys, Fishbone, Control Plans).
 
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 Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, and BOMs.
 
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 Experience with quality management systems (e.g.,ISO 9001).
 
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 Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Excel for data analysis, PowerPoint for presentations).
 
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Quality Assurance Engineer (SMT/MI)

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Quality Assurance Engineer (SMT/MI)