Foxconn Industrial Internet USA · 3 months ago
Failure Analysis (FA) Lab Manager
Mount Pleasant, WI
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
8+ years expFII USA, Inc., a Foxconn Technology Group Company, is seeking a Failure Analysis (FA) Lab Manager to lead the operations, development, and growth of their Failure Analysis Laboratory. The role involves overseeing lab operations, managing engineers and technicians, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and driving continuous improvement in product quality and reliability.
Cloud ComputingIndustrial AutomationInformation Technology
Responsibilities
Manage the daily operations of the Failure Analysis Laboratory, including scheduling, resource planning, and workflow prioritization
Lead, train, and mentor a team of engineers and technicians, ensuring high performance and professional development
Oversee all FA activities including PCB/PCBA investigations, solder joint reliability, component-level analysis, contamination testing, and environmental/materials studies
Ensure proper use and maintenance of analytical equipment (X-ray, SEM/EDX, CSAM, FTIR, cross-sectioning, dye-and-pull, etc.)
Establish, maintain, and enforce lab documentation such as SOPs, work instructions, calibration logs, and best practices
Review and approve FA reports to ensure accuracy, completeness, and alignment with customer and internal requirements
Collaborate with design, reliability, manufacturing, and quality teams to identify root causes of failures and implement corrective actions
Develop and implement continuous improvement initiatives for efficiency, throughput, and accuracy in lab operations
Evaluate and recommend new analytical tools, methodologies, and automation technologies to expand FA capabilities
Ensure compliance with IPC, JEDEC, ISO/IEC 17025, and other applicable standards
Promote a safe, organized, and efficient working environment following 5S and safety practices
Support hiring, onboarding, and performance management within the FA lab
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Electronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, or related technical field; Master's degree preferred
8–10+ years of experience in failure analysis, reliability engineering, or microelectronics testing, with at least 3–5 years in a leadership or lab management role
Strong expertise in PCB/PCBA failure mechanisms, solder joint reliability, component analysis, and material/contamination analysis
Hands-on experience with FA tools and methods such as X-ray, SEM/EDX, CSAM, FTIR, cross-sectioning, and dye-and-pull
Familiarity with IPC and JEDEC standards; experience with ISO/IEC 17025 laboratory management strongly preferred
Proven ability to manage lab operations, including scheduling, equipment calibration, inventory control, and workflow optimization
Strong organizational, leadership, and team development skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to prepare and review detailed technical reports
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
High integrity, professionalism, and focus on continuous improvement
Must be able to sit or stand at workstations for extended periods; must be able to lift up to 50 lbs
Preferred
Master's degree in a related technical field
Experience with ISO/IEC 17025 laboratory management
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
Basic life insurance and short-term disability coverage provided by employer.
Supplemental life insurance and long-term disability coverage options available.
401K with employer contribution.
Personal, Vacation, and Holiday paid time off for all full-time employees.
Onsite Aurora Health & Wellness Center available for all employees.
Employees are continuously encouraged to learn and grow their careers in smart manufacturing.
Company
Foxconn Industrial Internet USA
Foxconn Industrial Internet USA offers communication network equipment, cloud service equipment, precision tools, and industrial robots.
501-1000 employees
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