Production Test Specialist

Job Description

Sanmina Corporation (Nasdaq : SANM) is a leading integrated manufacturing solutions provider serving the fastest-growing segments of the global Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) market.

Recognized as a technology leader, Sanmina Corporation provides end-to-end manufacturing solutions, delivering superior quality and support to Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) primarily in the communications networks, defense and aerospace, industrial and semiconductor systems, medical, multimedia, computing and storage, automotive and clean technology sectors.

Sanmina Corporation has facilities strategically located in key regions throughout the world.

• Sanmina Energy (Houston) provides : Product Engineering with an emphasis on energy including very complex electro-mechanical systems;
• Assembly & Test for full electromechanical assemblies across multiple industries with capability to produce new and legacy high temperature printed circuit board assemblies;

and Precision Machining with capabilities across the full material spectrum.

Production Test Specialist

Summary of position :

Performs the set-up, calibration, testing and troubleshooting of circuits, components, instruments and mechanical assemblies.

Determines and may develop test specifications, methods and procedures from blueprints, drawings and diagrams. Tests and troubleshoots assemblies and / or final systems.

May complete rework on assemblies and / or systems as a result of testing. Prepares technical reports summarizing findings and recommending solutions to technical problems.

May assist in the selection and set-up of specialized test equipment.

Essential functions and duties :

• Perform product inspections and testing per internal, customer, and industry requirements as assigned based on training and experience.
• Records and maintains logs of type and number of defects.
• Records inspection results on inspection check sheets and inspection test plans.
• Prepares NCR’s and document defects in accordance with facility requirements.
• Perform reviews of results of outside process results vs. drawing requirements before releasing parts for continued production.
• Separate rejected parts and assemblies and identifies defect locations on the assembly.
• Performs audits and familiarizes employees with established processes, policies, standards, and procedures.
• Communicates findings with production team members, engineers, management and customers.
• Determine and may assist in developing methods and procedures for quality assurance and control.

Non-essential functions and duties :

• Initiate and participate in continuous improvement processes.
• Follows the safety procedures of the organization.
• Follows the 5S procedures for department.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications :

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to sure the individual with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• High School degree or GED
• Minimum of 6+years of quality experience
• Work requires a good command of the English language
• Read and understand drawings and schematics
• Requires excellent attention to detail.
• Working knowledge of measurement instruments and tools.
• Must have advanced computer skills and knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Requires good time management skills with the ability to work independently with little supervision.
• Ability to keep accurate records.
• Ability to follow documented procedures and standard.
• Ability to read and understand customer specifications.

Language skills :

• Ability to read and interpret training documents, safety rules, procedural documents, and blueprints.
• Ability to read and understand drawings and purchase order requirements.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills both verbal and written.

Reasoning ability :

• The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.
• The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions (includes finding a relationship among seemingly unrelated events).
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions in written, oral, or diagram form.
• Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Ability to make good decisions

Work environment :

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job :

• The usual noise level in the work environment is low.
• Must be able to work and multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be able to adapt to frequent changes to work processes.

Sanmina is an Equal Opportunity Employer M / F / Veteran / Disability / Sexual Orientation / Gender Identity

This is an ITAR facility and applicant must be a US Citizen or a lawful permanent resident.