Position Overview
The HDNA Supplier Quality Specialist‑Electronics serves as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) for electronic components and assemblies in the supply base. This role is responsible for driving quality excellence by resolving chronic quality issues, leading advanced problem‑solving initiatives, and coordinating the Production Part approval Process, PPAP, to ensure robust product launches and ongoing compliance

What you’ll do

Act as the technical authority on electronic components, including PCBs, PCBAs, transmissions, and motors.

Provide guidance on industry standards (IPC and applicable regulatory standards).

Support design reviews (DFMEA, PFMEA) to ensure quality is built into the product and process.

Advise internal teams and suppliers on best practices in electronics manufacturing and quality assurance.

Utilize structured problem‑solving methodologies, 8D/DMAIC, A3, etc., to lead root cause analysis and corrective actions for chronic and high‑impact supplier quality issues.

Drive permanent corrective actions and validate their effectiveness.

Analyze supplier performance data to identify trends and proactively mitigate risks.

Escalate critical issues and lead cross‑functional containment and recovery plans.

Lead and coordinate the PPAP process for electronic components and assemblies, ensuring all PPAP elements (PSW, control plans, MSA, capability studies, etc.) meet requirements.

Review and approve supplier documentation for completeness and compliance.

Collaborate with procurement and engineering teams for supplier selection and qualification.

Support new product introduction (NPI) and engineering change management (ECN).

Partner with suppliers to ensure readiness for new product launches and engineering changes.

Conduct supplier audits and process validations as needed





Ensure alignment between internal requirements and supplier capabilities.

Establish and monitor supplier quality KPIs (PPMs, Chronic Supplier Quality issues, NMR Cost)

Drive continuous improvement initiatives with key electronics suppliers.

Who you are

Bachelor’s degree in Electronics Engineering or related field.

7+ years of experience in Supplier Quality, Manufacturing Quality, or Electronics Engineering.

Strong experience with electronic components (PCBA, IPC Standards, semiconductors, etc.)

Proven track record in resolving complex, chronic electronic supplier quality issues.

Hands‑on experience managing and approving PPAPs.

Deep knowledge of quality tools: PFMEA, Control Plans, MSA, SPC, 8D.

Familiarity with IPC standards (e.g., IPC‑A‑610, IPC‑J‑STD‑001).

Understanding of electronics manufacturing processes (SMT, wave soldering, testing).

Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Ability to influence suppliers and internal teams without direct authority.

Experience working with general suppliers.

Knowledge of Lean manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies

High level of ownership, accountability, and attention to detail.

Ability to deliver assignments in a dynamic environment.

Must be able to travel 25% of the time

Microsoft literate

What’s in it for you

Annual base salary.

Annual bonus.

A company culture that prioritizes internal development and professional growth

Time off with pay (3 days annual)

Christmas bonus

Savings fund.

Please note, all offers presented to candidates are carefully crafted to ensure market competitiveness, equity, and reflect the individual candidate’s education, experience, skills and potential.

Hunter Douglas is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with applicable employment laws. EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled are encouraged to apply.

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📌 Supplier Quality Specialist (Electronics) (Rosarito)
🏢 Hunter Douglas
📍 Rosarito