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Micron Technology · 9 hours ago

Staff/Sr Supplier Quality Engineer

Micron Technology is a world leader in innovating memory and storage solutions. The Staff/Sr Supplier Quality Engineer will act as a primary liaison for U.S. fabs, focusing on supplier quality readiness and material qualification processes, while driving quality excellence across the semiconductor supply chain.

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Responsibilities

Collaborate with TD teams on FOAK materials quality readiness, supplier quality programs, and specification definition to support new technology node development
Participate in FOAK materials sourcing strategies, including business continuity, benchmarking, new market evaluations, and quality capability assessments
Support cross-fab technology transfer activities and drive supplier quality programs for new, unique, different, and difficult materials
Lead Category Strategy Team meetings to cascade lessons learned from HVM to R&D and align on FOAK strategy
Lead quality risk assessments and implement mitigation strategies during sourcing, selection, and qualification phases
Conduct technical risk audits for new suppliers and materials to evaluate HVM readiness
Provide quality-focused input on global sourcing and segmentation strategies, including RFQ/RFI processes and cost-saving initiatives
Establish and enforce compliance with Micron’s Supplier Requirements Standards (SRS)
Define and align global material specifications and support Category Quality Strategy development
Implement quality programs, conduct benchmarking, and facilitate regular Quality and Technical Review (QTR) meetings
Manage supplier and sub-supplier changes through SCM and oversee resolution of global photochemical quality issues
Collaborate with OCT, Operations, and Facilities to conduct root cause investigations and implement CAPAs
Cascade lessons learned to R&D and HVM fabs to ensure closed-loop communication and global issue prevention
Provide timely updates on supplier-related activities and maintain transparent communication with Global Quality, Procurement, OCT, and other teams
Adjust communication cadence based on issue urgency and priority
Take ownership of goals and action items, establish measurable development objectives, and leverage coaching for career growth
Demonstrate initiative, accuracy, and timeliness in all assignments while continuously reflecting on performance for improvement
Collaborate with global SQEs and cross-regional teams on category initiatives
Serve as a subject matter expert in supplier digitalization programs
Build deep expertise in material criticality for semiconductor manufacturing

Qualification

Supplier Quality EngineeringMaterials EngineeringStatistical Process ControlRisk AssessmentSupplier AuditsProject ManagementContinuous ImprovementCoachingCommunication SkillsCross-Functional Collaboration

Required

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Materials Science, Chemistry, or related field
5-10+ years of experience in supplier quality, materials engineering, or semiconductor manufacturing
Demonstrated experience conducting supplier audits, risk assessments, and implementing corrective/preventive actions
Proficiency in statistical process control (SPC), DOE, and quality systems such as ISO standards
Strong communication and project management skills with experience leading cross-functional teams
Experience with Bulk Chemistries for Cleans & CMP for semiconductor application

Preferred

Master's degree in a technical discipline or quality-related certification (e.g., CQE, Six Sigma)
Familiarity on Supplier Requirements Standards (SRS) and Shift-Left Strategy
Proven track record in supplier digitalization initiatives and global issue prevention programs
Experience supporting technology transfer and FOAK material strategies in a global manufacturing environment

Benefits

Medical, dental and vision plans
Benefit programs that help protect your income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury
Paid family leave
Robust paid time-off program
Paid holidays

Company

Micron Technology

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Micron Technology is a semiconductor company that produces DRAM, SDRAM, flash memory, SSD and CMOS image sensing chips.

H1B Sponsorship

Micron Technology has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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2025 (573)
2024 (429)
2023 (299)
2022 (626)
2021 (564)
2020 (538)

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$8.9B
Key Investors
U.S. Department of Commerce
2025-04-24Post Ipo Debt· $1.75B
2025-01-16Post Ipo Debt· $1B
2024-04-18Grant· $6.1B

Leadership Team

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Sanjay Mehrotra
Chairman, President & CEO
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Gursharan Singh
Senior Vice President BE Operations
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