At Jabil (NYSE: JBL), we are proud to be a trusted partner for the world's top brands, offering comprehensive engineering, supply chain, and manufacturing solutions. With 60 years of experience across industries and a vast network of over 100 sites worldwide, Jabil combines global reach with local expertise to deliver both scalable and customized solutions. Our commitment extends beyond business success as we strive to build sustainable processes that minimize environmental impact and foster vibrant and diverse communities around the globe.

 

How will you make an impact?

Serve as a key technical resource for component engineering, supplier quality, and component lifecycle management activities. Drive component cost reduction, alternate component qualification, Approved Manufacturer List (AML) management, supplier performance improvements, and obsolescence mitigation efforts while ensuring high-quality, reliable components are available to support manufacturing and customer requirements.

What will you do?

• Support Design Engineering, Project Management, and Purchasing teams in identifying, sourcing, and implementing new or alternate components.
• Evaluate alternate components to ensure equal or improved performance, quality, reliability, and cost savings.
• Drive supplier selection strategies that support cost reduction and supply base optimization across customer programs.
• Manage the Florida Plant Approved Manufacturer List (AML) process and perform quarterly reviews for End-of-Life (EOL) and obsolete components.
• Recommend alternate components and drive implementation of component changes to mitigate obsolescence risks.
• Support AML reviews during new product introductions and program start-ups.
• Support lead-free initiatives and component compliance requirements.
• Ensure second-level component classification assignments are completed in coordination with Commodity Management teams.
• Establish and maintain processes for monitoring required component specifications.
• Work directly with suppliers to resolve quality and functional issues associated with purchased components.
• Ensure production-critical supplier issues are resolved in a timely manner and that corrective actions are implemented effectively.
• Select appropriate inspection plans and inspection methods for incoming components.
• Provide guidance and support to Receiving Inspection Auditors.
• Develop and maintain component inspection documentation in SAP and customer-required systems.
• Monitor supplier quality performance, including defect rates and Parts Per Million (PPM) metrics.
• Support supplier development initiatives and Dock-to-Stock certification efforts.
• Proactively communicate component-related risks, quality concerns, and cost impacts to stakeholders.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Supply Chain, Quality, Commodity Management, and Manufacturing teams to support business objectives.
• Adhere to all safety and health rules and regulations associated with this position.
• Comply with all procedures within the company security policy.
• May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

How will you get here?

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Experience:

• Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience required.
• Minimum of 1 year of supervisory, team lead, or technical leadership experience required.
• Electronics Manufacturing experience preferred.
• Experience with SAP highly desirable.
• Experience supporting supplier quality, component engineering, manufacturing engineering, quality systems, or supply chain functions preferred.
• Previous supervisory or lead engineering experience preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

• Strong knowledge of electronic, electrical, and electromechanical components.
• Understanding of component qualification, alternate component approval, and lifecycle management processes.
• Experience managing Approved Manufacturer Lists (AMLs) and supporting component obsolescence mitigation strategies.
• Knowledge of supplier quality management and supplier performance improvement methodologies.
• Ability to select and implement appropriate inspection plans and inspection methods.
• Familiarity with receiving inspection processes and supplier quality controls.
• Understanding of End-of-Life (EOL), obsolescence management, and lead-free compliance initiatives.
• Ability to analyze supplier performance metrics and drive corrective actions.
• Strong problem-solving and root cause analysis skills.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Ability to calculate percentages, ratios, proportions, statistical metrics, and manufacturing performance indicators.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to effectively present information to customers, suppliers, management, and cross-functional teams.
• Advanced PC skills, including Microsoft Office applications, SAP, and Jabil software systems.
• Ability to interpret specifications, technical documentation, engineering drawings, and quality requirements.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Ability to mentor engineers, technicians, and cross-functional team members.
• Experience leading projects, facilitating meetings, and driving cross-functional collaboration.
• Ability to prioritize workloads and manage competing business demands.
• Familiarity with Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) preferred.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes, configuration management, and quality systems.
• Ability to analyze trends and interpret graphs, reports, and supplier performance data.
• U.S. Citizenship required for site-specific

Preferred Qualifications:

• Electronics Manufacturing experience.
• SAP experience.
• Previous supervisory or lead engineering experience.
• Experience supporting or administering Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES).
• Experience in Component Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Quality Engineering, Supplier Quality, or Configuration Management.
• Experience managing Approved Manufacturer Lists (AMLs), obsolescence programs, and alternate component qualification initiatives.
• Experience leading supplier quality improvement and cost reduction projects.
• Knowledge of supplier certification programs, Dock-to-Stock initiatives, and supplier auditing processes.
• Experience working in Aerospace, Defense, or other highly regulated manufacturing environments.
• Proven ability to lead teams, mentor engineering personnel, and drive cross-functional projects.
• Strong customer-facing experience and the ability to effectively communicate with leadership and external stakeholders.

What Can Jabil Offer You?

Along with growth, stability, and the opportunity to be challenged, Jabil offers a competitive benefits package that includes:

• Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug, and Vision Insurance with HRA and HSA options
• 401K Match
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Pet Insurance
• Adoption Assistance
• Annual Merit Increases
• Community Volunteer Opportunities

Preference will be given to candidates with previous supervisory or lead engineering experience. The successful candidate must demonstrate the ability to lead teams, prioritize workloads, mentor engineers and technical personnel, facilitate cross-functional collaboration, and effectively communicate with management and customers. Experience supporting or administering Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES), along with experience in manufacturing, component engineering, configuration management, and quality systems, is highly desirable.

 

 

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