Director of Quality Assurance & Manufacturing Excellence

Western Digital Corp.; Kuching; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

Western Digital Corp. is seeking a senior Quality Engineering leader to drive a comprehensive quality strategy across manufacturing and product development in Sarawak, Malaysia. The role focuses on integrating quality assurance with manufacturing process control to improve product integrity and customer satisfaction.

You will define objectives, metrics, and KPI, serve as Management Representative for ISO 9001, and lead an EHS-conscious culture. Travel to sites in Johor and Sarawak is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor or Master of Engineering or Applied Sciences or equivalent/related field.
• Minimum 10 years in Quality Assurance/Quality Engineering/Operations, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage improvement projects from concept to implementation.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with a data-driven mindset.
• Experience managing multiple projects in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Frequent travel is required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a comprehensive Quality Engineering strategy integrated with manufacturing process control.
• Define Quality Objectives, metrics and KPI aligned with goals.
• Lead as Management Representative for ISO 9001 and participate in CRB/FMEA reviews.
• Act as employer representative of EHS committees for a safe workplace.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing, Engineering and Product Development to ensure product quality.
• Lead Product Quality across Johor and Sawarak Substrate Operations.

Skills

Quality leadership

Quality engineering

Cross-functional leadership

Data-driven mindset

Education

Bachelor/Master in Engineering or Applied Sciences

Tools

ISO 9001 experience

Job description

Western Digital Corp. is seeking a senior Quality Engineering leader to drive a comprehensive quality strategy across manufacturing and product development in Sarawak, Malaysia. The role focuses on integrating quality assurance with manufacturing process control to improve product integrity and customer satisfaction.

You will define objectives, metrics, and KPI, serve as Management Representative for ISO 9001, and lead an EHS-conscious culture. Travel to sites in Johor and Sarawak is required.