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Intervala, LLC · 3 hours ago

Supplier Quality Engineer

Intervala, LLC is a full-service electronics manufacturing services provider, delivering high-quality and complex products. The Supplier Quality Engineer is responsible for ensuring the quality and reliability of printed circuit board assemblies and electronic components sourced from external suppliers, driving supplier performance, and overseeing qualification processes.

Electrical & Electronic Manufacturing
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Responsibilities

Responsible for supplier management and development
Evaluate and qualify new PCBA and electronic component suppliers using audits, capability assessments, and risk analysis
Monitor ongoing supplier performance through KPIs (PPM, on-time delivery, corrective action response, audit scores)
Lead supplier development projects to improve yield, reduce defects, and strengthen process controls
Maintain approved supplier lists, quality documentation, and audit records
Review suppliers for quality assurance and compliance
Review supplier manufacturing processes, PCBA assembly procedures, SMT processes, and test coverage (ICT, AOI, functional test)
Ensure supplier compliance with industry standards (IPC-A-610, IPC-A-600, ISO 9001, IATF16949 if automotive, RoHS/REACH)
Support NPI by reviewing DFM, PPAP/FAI submissions, and control plans for PCBA builds
Conduct process audits and layered checks at supplier sites
Investigate incoming PCBA defects, returns, or failures using root-cause analysis tools
Drive timely supplier corrective actions and verify effectiveness through data and follow-up audits
Collaborate with engineering teams to validate design-related vs. process-related issues
Develop and optimize incoming inspection procedures and sampling plans for PCBAs and components
Analyze quality trends and defect data to identify systemic supplier issues
Provide technical disposition for nonconforming materials (NCMR/MRB support)
Work closely with engineering, manufacturing, program management, and procurement teams
Support cost-reduction initiatives by improving supplier yields and reducing rework
Participate in design reviews to ensure manufacturability and quality risk mitigation
Adhere to General Requirements of Team Members

Qualification

PCB manufacturingQuality toolsSupplier managementRoot-cause analysisCommunication skillsRead schematicsHigh detail workNegotiation skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Quality Engineering, or related technical field
3 – 7 years of experience in Supplier Quality, Manufacturing Engineering, or PCBA process engineering
Strong knowledge of PCB manufacturing, SMT assembly, reflow, wave soldering, conformal coating, and PCBA test processes
Experience with quality tools (8D, FMEA, CP, MSA, SPC) and standards (IPC-A-610/600)
Ability to read schematics, PCB layout files, and BOMs
Excellent communication and supplier negotiation skills
Ability to work in a high volume, high detail work environment
Abilities listed in the General Requirements for Team Members

Benefits

Medical
Dental
Vision
401(k)
Paid time off

Company

Intervala, LLC

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Full-service manufacturer. Innovative problem solver. Customer satisfaction champion. At Intervala, we believe there’s a solution to every problem.

Funding

Current Stage
Growth Stage

Leadership Team

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Teresa Huber
President and CEO
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Scott Gustafson
COO
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