Manufacturing Quality Engineer (MQE)

Samtec, Inc; Penang; On-site; MYR 67,000 - 112,000; Full time

Job summary

Samtec, Inc in Penang, Malaysia is seeking a seasoned Process/QA engineer to lead quality-improvement initiatives and optimize manufacturing processes. The role requires hands-on experience with quality systems, problem-solving, and data-driven decision making.

You will develop qualification plans, train staff on measurement tools, and drive continuous improvement across product transfers and process audits. Strong analytical skills and cross-functional collaboration are essential.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in Process Engineering, QA Engineer, or Operations Management.
• Experience with ISO 9001, ISO 9100, or IATF 16949 quality systems is ideal.
• Familiar with lean manufacturing techniques (LEAN & 5S).
• Able to manage multiple projects with shifting priorities.
• Connector experience is desirable but not required.
• Lifting up to 50 pounds; able to sit for >90 minutes.
• ISO/TS or Automotive quality systems experience is highly desired.
• Six Sigma or problem-solving background is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Initiate projects related to product, process, quality systems, or yield improvement based on quality indicators.
• Develop and implement quality systems for sustainable continuous improvement.
• Use advanced measurement tools and test equipment to analyze results.
• Create and review qualification plans for internal product transfers (Process Review, Test Plan, PCN).
• Serve as a training resource for measurement and test equipment operation.
• Provide guidance and training to Manufacturing Quality Support personnel.
• Monitor and report KPI’s via meetings, email, and end-of-month reports.
• Analyze data to understand problems and develop solutions (quality, manufacturing, dimensional, engineering, etc.).
• Investigate quality problems using root cause analysis and implement corrective actions.
• Create and maintain Work Instructions, SOPs, training documents, and workmanship standards.
• Use tools like failure analysis, DOE, PFMEA, SPC to identify source, correct, and prevent issues.
• Coordinate containment of nonconforming materials.
• Audit manufacturing processes for compliance and drive corrective plans.

Skills

Process engineering

Quality assurance

Operations management

Lean

5S

Root cause analysis

Six Sigma

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Six Sigma belt (Green/Yellow/Black)

Job description

• 1. Initiate projects related to product, process, quality systems, or yield improvement based on internal and external quality indicators.
• 2. Develop and implement systems that improve quality and ensure sustainable results, therefore driving continuous improvement.
• 3. Use advanced measurement tools, techniques, and test equipment and be able to understand and analyze results.
• 4. Create and review qualification plans for inner company product transfers (Process Review, Test Plan Development, PCN, etc.)
• 5. Serve as a training resource for above mentioned measurement and test equipment, ensuring respective personnel understand their operation.
• 6. Provide guidance and training to Manufacturing Quality Support personnel in the respective area.
• 7. Monitor and report daily/weekly/monthly KPI’s via meetings, email, and End of Month reports.
• 8. Analyze data required to understand a problem and develop solutions. This includes, but is not limited to: quality data, manufacturing process data, dimensional data, engineering data, training records, audit results, etc.
• 9. Investigate and appropriately document quality problems using root cause analysis methods and identify robust corrective actions.
• 10. Create and maintain all relevant Work Instructions, SOP’s, Training Documents, and Workmanship Standards
• 11. Use quality tools such as failure analysis, root cause analysis, DOE, PFMEA, SPC, and others, to identify the source of a problem, correct the problem, and prevent future occurrences on same or similar products.
• 12. Identify and coordinate containment of any nonconforming materials
• 13. Audit manufacturing processes for compliance to quality, manufacturing, and engineering standards. Work with the relevant parties to develop plans to address non-conforming audit results.

Required Experience

• 1. 5+ Years’ experience in Process Engineering, Quality Assurance Engineer, or Operations Management is required.
• 2. Experience with ISO 9001, ISO 9100, or IATF 16949 Quality systems is ideal.
• 3. Must be familiar with Manufacturing techniques such as LEAN & 5S
• 4. Must be able to handle multiple projects simultaneously as priorities can change very quickly.
• 5. Connector experience is desired but not required.
• 6. Lifting Requirements: Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds from floor to waist.
• 7. Must be able to sit for more than 90 consecutive minutes.
• 8. Experience with ISO/TS or Automotive Quality systems highly desired.
• 9. Six Sigma or Problem-Solving background desired.

Education

• 1. Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Electrical, Manufacturing, Mechanical, other) preferred. If no experience, degree is required.
• 2. Six Sigma background is desired (Green Belt, Yellow Belt, Black Belt).