Director, Quality Engineering

Western Digital; Bayan Lepas; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A global data technology leader based in Penang is seeking a Quality Engineering leader to develop and implement comprehensive quality strategies. This role requires a minimum of 10 years in Quality Assurance with at least 5 years in leadership. Successful candidates should possess strong problem-solving skills and experience in managing multiple projects in fast-paced manufacturing environments. If you're passionate about driving quality and mentoring teams, this could be your next opportunity.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience in Quality Assurance, Quality Engineering, or Operations-related roles.
• At least 5 years in a leadership capacity.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a comprehensive Quality Engineering strategy.
• Lead a high-performing Quality Engineering team.
• Ensure consistent quality across all product lines.

Skills

Coaching and developing team members

Education

Bachelor or Master of Engineering or Applied Sciences

Job description

Company Description

At Western Digital, our vision is to power global innovation and push the boundaries of technology to make what you thought was once impossible, possible.

At our core, Western Digital is a company of problem solvers. People achieve extraordinary things given the right technology. For decades, we’ve been doing just that. Our technology helped people put a man on the moon.

We are a key partner to some of the largest and highest growth organizations in the world. From energizing the most competitive gaming platforms, to enabling systems to make cities safer and cars smarter and more connected, to powering the data centers behind many of the world’s biggest companies and public cloud, Western Digital is fueling a brighter, smarter future.

Binge-watch any shows, use social media or shop online lately? You’ll find Western Digital supporting the storage infrastructure behind many of these platforms. And, that flash memory card that captures and preserves your most precious moments? That’s us, too.

We offer an expansive portfolio of technologies, storage devices and platforms for business and consumers alike. Our data-centric solutions are comprised of the Western Digital®, G-Technology™, SanDisk® and WD® brands.

Today’s exceptional challenges require your unique skills. It’s You & Western Digital. Together, we’re the next BIG thing in data.

Job Description

1. Quality Leadership

• Develop and implement a comprehensive Quality Engineering strategy that integrates quality assurance and manufacturing process control
• Define Quality Objectives, metrics and KPI that align with business and operational goals
• Serve as a key member of the leadership team (CRB/FMEA review), contribution to decision that affect product integrity, process improvement, manufacturing efficiency, change management and customer satisfaction
• Act as Management Representative for Quality Management System in alignment with ISO 9001 standard
• Act as one of the employer representative of EHS committees in ensuring a safe, healthy, and environmentally responsible workplace.

2. Quality /Process Excellence

• Work closely with Manufacturing, Engineering and Product Development teams to ensure consistent quality across all product lines.
• Ensures that all excursion and non-conforming lots are controlled, investigated, and disposed systematically — with a focus on preventing recurrence, protecting HDD, and improving process capability thru Material Review Board and 8D Review
• Coordinate and lead Risk Management Board review with HDD the for non-conforming products to evaluate impact and define appropriate actions

3. Leadership and Development

• Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing Quality Engineering team
• Define clear roles, career paths, and training programs focused on technical knowledge, digitalization/automation and advanced quality tools.
• Foster a culture of technical excellence, collaboration, and accountability

Qualifications

Requirements

• Educational Background: Bachelor Degree or Master of Engineering or Applied Sciences or equivalent/related field.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in Quality Assurance, Quality Engineering, or Operations-related roles, with at least 5 years in a leadership capacity.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and successfully manage improvement projects from concept to implementation.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with a data-driven and quality-focused mindset.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and priorities effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Skills

• Coaching and developing team members to enhance technical capability and overall performance.

Additional Information

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