Eridan

Product Quality Manager

Sunnyvale, California, United States

Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Telecommunications, SemiconductorsIndustries

Product Quality Manager

About Eridan At Eridan, we believe in the power of collaboration and communication to achieve our mission: connect the planet to empower a sustainable, shared future. Our patented transmitter decreases the cost and power required to roll out 5G by 10x when deployed globally. This is all facilitated through our offices: our Sunnyvale headquarters has big windows (even in the lab!), is walking distance to downtown and the Caltrain, and fits the entire team in the cafeteria for our frequent company parties. Learn more about our mission here.

Position Overview Eridan is looking for a hands-on, process-driven Product Quality Manager to oversee and manage the day-to-day quality operations of our products and processes. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure that all products meet the highest quality standards. You’ll be responsible for implementing and monitoring quality management systems, establishing best practices, and driving continuous improvements in quality, efficiency, and customer satisfaction.

Responsibilities

  • Process Implementation & Improvement: Develop, implement, and refine standard operating procedures (SOPs) and quality control processes across the organization to ensure consistency and efficiency in product quality.
  • Lead Quality Operations: Oversee and execute incoming and outgoing quality inspections for all components, PCBAs, enclosures, and systems.
  • Product Quality Assurance: Monitor product performance through regular inspections and audits. Lead root cause and failure analyses to drive timely resolution of quality issues.
  • Data Analysis & Reporting: Analyze quality performance data and create regular reports on product quality metrics, identifying areas for improvement and making data-driven recommendations.
  • Collaboration: Work closely with product development, manufacturing, contract manufacturers (CMs), and supply chain teams to resolve quality-related issues and ensure that all quality standards are met throughout the product lifecycle.
  • Compliance & Documentation: Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations (ISO, Six Sigma, JEDEC) and maintain detailed quality records and documentation. Ensure that quality control and testing protocols are followed by the team.
  • Customer Satisfaction: Proactively address customer complaints related to product quality and collaborate with the customer support team to identify and resolve any product issues.

Qualities of a Successful Candidate

  • Experience: 4+ years in quality management within a technology hardware company, with hands-on involvement in product quality assurance, quality control, and process improvement.
  • Technical Expertise: Solid background in IC fabrication, PCBA processes, supplier quality engineering, and Final Assembly Test and Packaging (FATP).
  • Standards Knowledge: Familiarity with quality management standards such as ISO 9001, Lean Six Sigma, and JEDEC.
  • Leadership & Communication: Proven ability to lead teams effectively with strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
  • Analytical & Problem-Solving: Strong root cause and failure analysis skills with a data-driven mindset for implementing corrective actions.
  • Process-Oriented: Experience creating and managing quality control processes (e.g., IQC, IPQC, FQC, OQC) and standard operating procedures.
  • CM Collaboration: Demonstrated experience working closely with contract manufacturers (CMs) to maintain and improve product quality across the supply chain.
  • Tools & Systems: Proficiency in quality tools such as FMEA, SPC, CAPA, and document control systems. Skilled in using data analysis software for quality tracking.
  • Personal Attributes: Highly organized with strong project management capabilities, a hands-on approach to problem-solving, and exceptional attention to detail. Comfortable in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment.

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Skills

Quality Management Systems
Root Cause Analysis
Failure Analysis
Data Analysis
Process Improvement
Quality Control
Auditing
Product Development
Manufacturing

Eridan

Develops RF signal transmitters for telecommunications

About Eridan

Eridan Communications focuses on improving telecommunications through its unique transmitter technology that generates Radio Frequency (RF) signals. Their main product, the MIRACLE module, enhances the performance of telecommunications equipment while reducing costs and power consumption. This technology is particularly beneficial for the growing demand for 5G connectivity, as it can be applied in both urban and rural settings. Unlike competitors, Eridan's approach allows manufacturers to integrate their modules into existing products, providing a competitive advantage in efficiency and performance. The goal of Eridan is to make wireless communication more accessible and efficient for everyone.

Mountain View, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2013Year Founded
$52.5MTotal Funding
SERIES_BCompany Stage
Data & Analytics, HardwareIndustries
51-200Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Vision Insurance
Dental Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
401(k) Company Match
Flexible Work Hours
Company Equity

Risks

Competition from larger telecom companies could overshadow Eridan's innovations.
Supply chain vulnerabilities may delay MIRACLE module production and delivery.
Continuous updates to MIRACLE module may be costly due to rapid tech advancements.

Differentiation

Eridan's MIRACLE module offers 5-10x power reduction for wireless data transmission.
Their fully digital signal generation eliminates the need for linear power amplifiers.
Eridan's technology supports both urban and rural 5G connectivity efficiently.

Upsides

Eridan received $36.8M in grants to expand MIRACLE radio and ORAN innovations.
The company raised $46M to advance their 5G technology and market presence.
Eridan's technology aligns with the trend towards energy-efficient telecommunications solutions.

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