Location

Queretaro - Queretaro, Mexico - Av. La Noria 170

Job Family

Manufacturing

Worker Type Reference

Temporary - Temp

Pay Rate Type

Salary

Career Level

U3

Job ID

R-55276-2026

Description & Requirements

A Career at HARMAN Automotive

We're a global, multi-disciplinary team that's putting the innovative power of technology to work and transforming tomorrow. At HARMAN Automotive, we give you the keys to fast-track your career.

- Engineer audio systems and integrated technology platforms that augment the driving experience.
- Combine ingenuity, in-depth research, and a spirit of collaboration with design and engineering excellence.
- Advance in-vehicle infotainment, safety, efficiency, and enjoyment.

About the Role

Responsible for overseeing prototype manufacturing operations. The AME Pilot Factory AME Technician II is responsible for the performance of metrics related to Safety, Quality, Delivery and Cost within the AME Pilot Factory, always under current internal policies.

Your Team

The AME Lead Technician will report to the Production Supervisor and will have as a team the AME SMT Technician and/or the AME FA Technician.

What You Will Do

- Responsible for supervising the manufacturing of prototypes in all phases they go through in the operation of the AME Pilot Factory.
- Responsible for the results of the indicators related to Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost within the AME Pilot Factory, always under the current internal policies.
- Supervisory responsibilities:
- SMT Technician of AME Pilot Factory.
- FA Technician of AME Pilot Factory.

- As part of supervision responsibilities, if there is no employee to assist with the process, the direct supervisor will have to attend the process or assign the activities to another employee with the same qualifications.
- Comply with the pilot production plan with quality, on time, and in the correct quantity through coordination and constant teamwork with all Engineering and support areas.
- Collect and analyze data to identify problems through the application of problem-solving tools. Acts as a guide for technicians in problem-solving.
- Identify and implement improvements to reduce waste or scrap.
- Follow up and comply with the company's implemented quality management, environmental management, safety, and HPS systems.
- Communicate and explain the necessary information for understanding the processes and achieving the established objectives.
- Supervisa las actividades del Técnico AME SMT & Ensamble Final AME.
- Ensures, creates, and modifies the documented process as necessary.
- Follow-up on the certification matrix for AME SMT Technician & Final Assembly AME.
- Monitor compliance with the DNC for direct reports.
- Represent customer requirements under the BMS System and the Quality Management System QMS.
- Support in the creation, editing, dissemination, and execution of documents such as VJI, WORK INSTRUCTIONS, etc., with the support of the AME SMT Technician & Final Assembly AME.
- Ensure that quality management and environmental management requirements are established, implemented, and maintained according to ISO 14001 / IATF 16949: 2016.
- Guide, lead, and take actions according to the controls established in the process and stop the line if necessary.
- Compliance with the correct management of materials for all work-in-progress products at each level, including raw materials, PCBA, MRT, and finished product, and condition according to the guidelines of ISO 9001 and IATF 16949 standards.
- Assign the necessary resources for preventive maintenance events.
- Ensure the application of ESD standards in the workshop.




- Management of vacations and working hours for AME SMT and AME Final Assembly Technician.
- Schedule the necessary personnel for the production plan in case of a recovery plan, including scheduling for their transport.
- Ensure that the production plant complies with the 5S policy.
- Ensure that all personnel in the production operation correctly use the PPE and Safety policy.
- Monitor the escalation process when necessary.
- Comply with any other tasks directly assigned by the AME Pilot Plant Supervisor.
- Provide resources for the execution of ESD validation activities, coordinated by Quality.
- Achieve the kaizen target set by the AME Pilot Plant Supervisor.
- Act as backup for the AME Pilot Plant Supervisor.

What You Need to Be Successful

- Integrity.
- Innovation.
- Inclusion.
- Teamwork & Respect.
- Excellence.
- Advanced skill in knowledge of SMT and FA processes.
- Management and adherence to the processes and system of the Automotive and Electronics industry.
- Degree in Engineering or Technical Career.
- +2 years of experience in the electronics manufacturing environment.
- Goal-oriented work.
- Teamwork that respects colleagues, leading teams with clarity and responsibility.
- Adapt to change and capable of integrating during its execution.
- Customer-focused, providing exceptional service and quality to both external and internal customers.
- Self-awareness, accepting responsibility for personal development and actions.

Bonus Points If You Have

- Leadership.
- Change Orientation.
- Collaboration.
- Judgment.
- Result Driven.
- Communication skills.
- Initiative.
- Problem solving skills.
- Computer knowledge.
- Basic English language.
- Demonstrate competence in the IPC-A-610 visual acceptance standard and IPC 7711/7721 soldering standard.
- Experience in assembly technology, HI and SMT.
- Ability to work any shift according to business needs.

Eligibility Requirements

- Any job offer is conditioned on the successful completion of a background check and a drug test.
- Availability to work any shift to meet the needs of the organization.
- Successfully complete a background investigation and drug screen as a condition of employment.

Important Information

The employee must have compliance with the IATF 16949 standard, the specific requirements of clients, the Quality Management System (BMS and QMS Apps), the Environmental Management System according with ISO 14001 standard, and the Health and Safety Management System according with ISO 45001. As a part of the supervisory responsibilities, if there is not an employee to attend the process, the direct boss will have to attend the process or assign the activities to another employee with equal qualifications.

The employee has the authority granted by the company through this document to make decisions for the benefit of the company to ensure the conformity of the product, its quality, functionality, and the health and safety of the person who intervenes in the process, according with quality, safety and environmental systems and customer-specific requirements.

The employee must have compliance with Pathways matrix.

You Belong Here

HARMAN is committed to making every employee feel welcomed, valued, and empowered. No matter what role you play, we encourage you to share your ideas, voice your distinct perspective,



and bring your whole self with you, all within a support-minded culture that celebrates what makes each of us unique. We also recognize that learning is a lifelong pursuit and want you to flourish. We proudly offer added opportunities for training, development, and continuing education, further empowering you to live the career you want.

About HARMAN: Where Innovation Unleashes Next-Level Technology

Ever since the 1920s, we’ve been amplifying the sense of sound. Today, that legacy endures, with integrated technology platforms that make the world smarter, safer, and more connected.

Across automotive, lifestyle, and digital transformation solutions, we create innovative technologies that turn ordinary moments into extraordinary experiences. Our renowned automotive and lifestyle solutions can be found everywhere, from the music we play in our cars and homes to venues that feature today’s most sought-after performers, while our digital transformation solutions serve humanity by addressing the world’s ever-evolving needs and demands. Marketing our award-winning portfolio under 16 iconic brands, such as JBL, Mark Levinson, and Revel, we set ourselves apart by exceeding the highest engineering and design standards for our customers, our partners and each other.

If you’re ready to innovate and do work that makes a lasting impact, join our talent community today!

Important Notice: Recruitment Scams

Please be aware that HARMAN recruiters will always communicate with you from an '@harman.com', ‘@careers.harman.com’ or ‘@harmanglobal.avature.net’ email address. We will never ask for payments, banking, credit card, personal financial information or access to your LinkedIn/email account during the screening, interview, or recruitment process. If you are asked for such information or receive communication from an email address not ending in one of the above email domains about a job with HARMAN, please cease communication immediately and report the incident to us through: [email protected].

You Belong Here

HARMAN is committed to making every employee feel welcomed, valued, and empowered. No matter what role you play, we encourage you to share your ideas, voice your distinct perspective, and bring your whole self with you – all within a support-minded culture that celebrates what makes each of us unique. We also recognize that learning is a lifelong pursuit and want you to flourish.

We proudly offer added opportunities for training, development, and continuing education, further empowering you to live the career you want.

HARMAN is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. HARMAN strives to hire the best qualified candidates and is committed to building a workforce representative of the diverse marketplaces and communities of our general colleagues and customers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

HARMAN attracts, hires, and develops employees based on merit, qualifications and job-related performance.(www.harman.com)

HARMAN is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process, please contact us at [email protected]. Requests will be considered on a case-by-case basis in accordance with applicable law.

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