SEH America is located in Vancouver, Washington. It is one of 13 Shin-Etsu Handotai Group (SEH) facilities located around the world. SEH is the world-leader in the manufacturing of silicon wafers for the semiconductor industry.

At SEH America, our philosophy and success rest upon our commitment to excellence, quality of service and product to our customers, and a safe working environment for our employees.

Quality Audit Specialist

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop expert understanding and enforce the requirements of the SEH-A Quality Management System.

• Perform controlled process audits for all SEHA business units. Work with business units to drive system improvement and validate effectiveness.

• Evaluate production processes for compliance with quality requirements.

• Assist in development of audit plans and audit schedules.

• Participate in quality audits (and lead a team of quality auditors, when needed)

• Follow-up with action item closure. Escalate as needed to get the audits completed on schedule.

• Develop KPI’s to assess the effectiveness of the internal audit system.

• Ensure that established manufacturing inspection, sampling and statistical process control procedures are followed.

• May conduct vendor evaluation audits to determine qualifications.

• Some domestic and international travel is required in order to maintain required certifications.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Must have an eye for details and have strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

• Concrete knowledge of department and company processes, measurements, and quality systems.

• Demonstrated ability to effectively work multiple projects concurrently with a wide variety of departments and individuals at all levels of the organization.

• Have solid experience with auditing tools (e.g., control charts, Ishikawa diagrams).

• Experience with statistical analysis methods, including SPC.

• Outstanding communication skills and the ability to work with multiple managerial levels within the organization.

• Demonstrated ability to effectively work multiple projects concurrently with a wide variety of personalities.

• Able to demonstrate a high degree of technical and project management skills.

• Experience working in a production environment is a must.

• Must be able to obtain passport and travel domestic and international.

DESIRED KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / EXPERIENCE

• Semiconductor or related large plant/ high tech environment experience ideal.

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, or related field is strongly desired.

• Experience working in a production environment is highly desired.

SEH America Benefits

We are committed to employee health and wellness and believe it plays a factor in our success. The SEH America benefit plan is considered one of the most generous plans in the region based on coverage and employee cost. SEH America is pleased to offer the following benefits, services, and perks:

Health Benefits for You and Eligible Family Members

• Medical (2 plan options with prescription drug program included) - Massage therapy, acupuncture, & naturopathy included in plan

• Dental (2 plan options)

• Vision (automatic election with medical and dental enrollment)

Paid Time-Off Benefits

• Vacation (starts at 15 days for exempt employees) & Vacation Savings Account

• Sick pay (80 hrs sick pay with rollover & payout)

• 9 Paid Holidays

• Company leave programs including Short Term Medical Leave (up to 24 weeks – based on length of service) & Long Term Disability

• Bereavement Leave (up to 3 days), Jury or Witness Leave, SEH-A Military Leave Program

Other Company Provided Benefits

• 401(k) Plan- Company match plus additional employer contribution

• Flexible Spending Accounts – Health Care & Dependent Care

• Employee Basic Life Insurance- Option to purchase supplemental & dependent life insurance

• Voluntary AD&D Insurance (for employee & family)

• Company provided Long Term Care Insurance – Option to purchase additional employee and spouse coverage.

Services & Perks

• Education Assistance- Paid directly to school

• Employee Assistance Program

• Subsidized Childcare

• On-Site Café (cost subsidized by company)

• Community Garden

• On-Site Fitness Center (no cost & open 24/7)

• EV Charging Spots

• Multiple Award Programs & Employee Appreciation Events

• Diverse Employee Population

• Numerous Growth Opportunities & Career Paths

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Must be able to read, comprehend, and execute complex instructions and procedures. Must be able to work in a clean room environment wearing clean room suite, hood, booties, safety glasses and gloves. May require the use of hands to finger, grasp, handle or feel objects, tools and controls. Kneeling, bending and crouching positions, as well as the lifting may be required. Occasionally lifts up to 25 lbs. Must be able to work on a computer for extended periods of time. Frequent sitting for long intervals. Close vision (<2 feet) required. Hazardous chemicals or vapors may be present in work area depending on assignment. Exposure to occasionally loud noise levels. A high degree of safety consciousness is required for all positions at SEH America. Occasional international travel may be required. Must be able to obtain passport and travel to required destinations. Standard work schedule is Monday – Friday days. Night and weekend work may be required depending on project assignment.

SEH America is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to military and veteran status, race, color, national origin, ancestry, age, religion, religious creed, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. We are a drug free workplace and follow federal standards of what are considered prohibited drugs. Offers of employment are contingent on a pre-employment drug screen. SEH-A participates in E-Verify. More information can be found on our website.