Supplier Quality Engineer (m/f/d)
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European Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (ESMC) GmbH is the joint venture between TSMC, Bosch, Infineon and NXP. For the first time, global technology leader TSMC is building a semiconductor fab in the heart of Europe, offering cutting-edge manufacturing technologies for next-generation semiconductor products. ESMC represents a shared commitment to strengthening the European semiconductor ecosystem.
For our future fab in Dresden, we are looking for a highly motivated and committed:
- Incoming Quality Assurance: Establish and maintain a stable statistical baseline for incoming materials and services to ensure local wafer quality aligns with our international mother fabs
- Supplier Quality Management: Conduct comprehensive supplier quality system assessments, onsite audits, risk management, and process change control (PCN) reviews
- Excursion Prevention: Utilize statistical process control (SPC) data and key performance indicators (KPIs) to proactively monitor supplier performance and prevent material deviations
- Collaborative Problem Solving: Lead cross-functional troubleshooting teams alongside suppliers and internal laboratory, facility and procurement departments to quickly resolve quality issues
- Cross-Border Alignment: Align requirements and share Best Known Methods (BKMs) across different time zones, communicating effectively with internal management and executive supplier representatives.
- Continuous Improvement: Build trust-based, professional relationships with suppliers to encourage proactive transparency and continuous quality improvements.
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Material Science, Material Engineering, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Physics, or a closely related technical field.
- Up to 3 years of professional experience, ideally in the semiconductor industry or related high-tech sectors (e.g., photovoltaics, chemicals, pharmaceuticals)
- Familiarity with basic material quality management, statistical data analysis, or process change control
- High intercultural open-mindedness, strong initiative, and the confidence to communicate effectively with international teams and senior management
- Fluent in English (written and spoken) is required.
Practical experience in semiconductor fabrication operations, process engineering, or physical/chemical laboratory analysis - Familiarity with structured problem-solving methods (e.g., 8D, 5 Whys) and supplier auditing
- Willingness to go for training to Taiwan
- Basic conversational skills in German and/or Mandarin
- Security & Perspective: A permanent employment contract and career advancement opportunities in one of Europe's leading semiconductors fabs.
- Company Pension Plan & Financial Benefits: We support your financial well-being with our robust company pension plan. As an ESMC employee, you also benefit directly from TSMC’s performance through an exclusive Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).
- Relocation Support for Dresden: Moving for us? We’ll provide you with all the support you will need for your relocation and your start in Dresden.
- Training & Development: Depending on your position at the TSMC Newcomer Training Center, you gain a deeper understanding of the processes involved in operating complex semiconductor equipment through unique hands-on training, while you continuously expand your knowledge.
- Health & Well-Being: An annual budget for your health and well-being (e.g., for sports classes, massages, or relaxation) helps you stay fit.
- Meals & Transportation in Germany: Enjoy a daily meal allowance as well as a subsidized public transportation (e.g., for the Deutschlandticket).