Engineer: Supplier Quality

Stratus Automation; Malaysia; On-site; MYR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Stratus Automation in Malaysia seeks an experienced Supplier Quality Engineer to lead supplier selection, audits, and quality programs across metal processing, PCBA/SMT, and machining sectors.

You will drive corrective actions, collaborate with sourcing, engineering, and manufacturing teams, and ensure compliance with ISO 9001/14001/45001. Strong communication skills and cross-regional coordination are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., engineering, quality management), preferably mechanical or materials engineering background.
• Certifications: ASQ CQE or ISO 9001 auditor are a plus.
• Minimum 4 years of proven experience in supplier quality management, quality control and assurance in metal processing, fabrication, PCBA/SMT, polymer processing and machining industries.
• Familiar with quality management systems (ISO 9001, ISO14001, ISO45001).
• Experience in supplier quality management, audits, and assessments.
• Proficiency in using quality analysis tools (8D, SPC, CP).

Responsibilities

• Supplier selection and qualification: help sourcing evaluate and select suppliers based on quality standards and regulatory compliance.
• Quality assurance: develop and implement QA programs for suppliers including audits and inspections.
• Performance monitoring and evaluation: track supplier performance against metrics.
• Corrective action and continuous improvement: identify issues and drive improvements.
• Communication and collaboration: coordinate with suppliers and internal teams.
• Documentation and reporting: maintain records of audits, inspections, and actions.
• Compliance: ensure compliance with industry standards and company policies.
• Supplier development: guide suppliers to improve quality processes.
• Audit planning and execution: develop audit plans and assess supplier compliance.
• Supplier relationship management: foster collaboration and trust with suppliers.
• New supplier onboarding: develop onboarding processes to meet quality standards.
• Bridge technical gaps between internal engineering and suppliers.

Skills

Quality management

Supplier development

Audit & inspection

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or quality management

Tools

8D

SPC

CP

Job description

• We are expanding! A great opportunity to be part of the dynamic and fast-growing team.
• Excellent opportunities for career advancement.
• One of the global leaders in cleanroom automation.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Supplier Selection and Qualification: Help Supply Chain team to evaluate and select suppliers based on quality standards, capabilities, and regulatory compliance.
• Quality Assurance: Develop and implement quality assurance programs for suppliers, including audits, inspections and process controls.
• Performance Monitoring and Evaluation: Track and evaluate supplier performance against agreed-upon metrics and standards.
• Corrective Action and Continuous Improvement: Identify and address quality issues with suppliers, implement corrective actions and drive continuous improvement.
• Communication and Collaboration: Maintain effective communication with suppliers, internal teams (sourcing, procurement, engineering, manufacturing), and regulatory bodies.
• Documentation and Reporting: Maintain accurate records of supplier audits, inspections, and corrective actions. Maintaining detailed records of supplier quality performance, documenting issues and resolutions, and preparing reports to track quality metrics.
• Compliance: Ensure compliance with industry standards, regulations, and company policies related to supplier quality.
• Supplier Development: Provide guidance and support to suppliers to improve their quality processes and performance.
• Supplier Audit Planning and Execution: Develop and execute audit plans to assess supplier compliance and identify areas for improvement.
• Supplier Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, fostering collaboration and trust.
• New Supplier Onboarding: Develop and implement processes for onboarding new suppliers, ensuring they meet company quality standards.
• Problem solve and bridge technical specification gap between internal engineering and supplier.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., engineering, quality management), preferably mechanical or materials engineering background.
  Certifications: Relevant certifications (e.g., ASQ Certified Quality Engineer, ISO 9001 auditor) are a plus.
• Minimum 4 years of proven experience in supplier quality management, quality control and assurance in the field of metal processing and fabrication, PCBA and SMT manufacturing, polymer processing and machining industry.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills. Proficiency in additional languages is highly desirable for cross-regional supplier communication.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Familiar with quality management systems (e.g., ISO 9001, ISO14001, ISO45001).
• Experience in supplier quality management, audits, and assessments.
• Proficiency in using quality analysis tools (e.g., 8D, SPC, CP).