Manufacturing Quality Engineer (MQE)

Samtec Inc; Seberang Perai; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Samtec, Inc. is seeking a seasoned professional to lead quality and process initiatives in its manufacturing environment. The role focuses on initiating projects, implementing systems to improve quality, and driving continuous improvement through data-driven analysis and robust corrective actions.

You will work with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with quality standards and to sustain optimal manufacturing performance. Strong background in lean methods and six sigma is preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years in process engineering, QA, or operations management.
• Experience with quality systems such as ISO 9001/9100 or IATF 16949 is ideal.

Responsibilities

• Initiate projects related to process quality, and yield improvement based on indicators.
• Develop and implement systems that improve quality and drive continuous improvement.
• Use advanced measurement tools and analyze results for robust solutions.

Skills

Quality assurance

Process engineering

LEAN & 5S

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Six Sigma training

Tools

ISO 9001

ISO 9100

IATF 16949

Job description

• Initiate projects related to product, process, quality systems, or yield improvement based on internal and external quality indicators.
• Develop and implement systems that improve quality and ensure sustainable results, therefore driving continuous improvement.
• Use advanced measurement tools, techniques, and test equipment and be able to understand and analyze results.
• Create and review qualification plans for inner company product transfers (Process Review, Test Plan Development, PCN, etc.)
• Serve as a training resource for above mentioned measurement and test equipment, ensuring respective personnel understand their operation.
• Provide guidance and training to Manufacturing Quality Support personnel in the respective area.
• Monitor and report daily/weekly/monthly KPI’s via meetings, email, and End of Month reports.
• 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.
• Investigate and appropriately document quality problems using root cause analysis methods and identify robust corrective actions.
• Create and maintain all relevant Work Instructions, SOP’s, Training Documents, and Workmanship Standards
• 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.
• Identify and coordinate containment of any nonconforming materials
• 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.

Description

Position at Samtec, Inc

Essential Functions/Responsibilities

• Initiate projects related to product, process, quality systems, or yield improvement based on internal and external quality indicators.
• Develop and implement systems that improve quality and ensure sustainable results, therefore driving continuous improvement.
• Use advanced measurement tools, techniques, and test equipment and be able to understand and analyze results.
• Create and review qualification plans for inner company product transfers (Process Review, Test Plan Development, PCN, etc.)
• Serve as a training resource for above mentioned measurement and test equipment, ensuring respective personnel understand their operation.
• Provide guidance and training to Manufacturing Quality Support personnel in the respective area.
• Monitor and report daily/weekly/monthly KPI’s via meetings, email, and End of Month reports.
• 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.
• Investigate and appropriately document quality problems using root cause analysis methods and identify robust corrective actions.
• Create and maintain all relevant Work Instructions, SOP’s, Training Documents, and Workmanship Standards
• 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.
• Identify and coordinate containment of any nonconforming materials
• 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

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

Education

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

SAMTEC, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to creating a diverse environment. All employment decisions at Samtec are based in business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, pregnancy or parental status, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender and/or gender identity/expression, marital status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws. Privacy Policy: https://www.samtec.com/about/legal/#privacyrightspage