QA Engineer

Avery Dennison; Shah Alam; On-site; MYR 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A global materials science company in Shah Alam, Malaysia is seeking a Quality Engineer to maintain and improve its quality management systems while ensuring compliance with ISO standards. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering and 1-3 years of relevant experience. Responsibilities include conducting quality inspections and collaborating with various teams to solve quality issues. Strong problem-solving skills and knowledge of quality tools are essential. This role supports continuous improvement efforts and process validation activities.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of proven experience as a Quality Engineer in manufacturing.
• Certifications such as CQE or Six Sigma Green Belt/Black Belt can be beneficial.
• Experience in automotive or electronics industry is preferable.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and audit the company's Quality Management System (QMS).
• Lead root cause analysis and corrective/preventive action processes.
• Collaborate with teams to resolve quality issues.

Skills

Knowledge of quality management systems (ISO 9001, IATF 16949)

Proficiency in statistical analysis software (Minitab, JMP)

Problem-solving skills

Strong communication skills

Detail-oriented

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering

Tools

ERP systems (SAP, Oracle)

FMEA

MSA

Job description

Avery Dennison Corporation (NYSE: AVY) is a global materials science and digital identification solutions company that provides branding and information labeling solutions, including pressure-sensitive materials, radio-frequency identification (RFID) inlays and tags, and a variety of converted products and solutions. The company designs and manufactures a wide range of labeling and functional materials that enhance branded packaging, carry or display information that connects the physical and the digital, and improve customers’ product performance. The company serves an array of industries worldwide, including home and personal care, apparel, e-commerce, logistics, food and grocery, pharmaceuticals and automotive. The company employs approximately 36,000 employees in more than 50 countries. Reported sales in 2022 were $9.0 billion. Learn more at www.averydennison.com.

Job Description

ABOUT YOUR ROLE

Be responsible for maintaining and improving our quality management systems, ensuring compliance with relevant standards, and driving continuous improvement in all manufacturing processes.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES WILL INCLUDE:

Maintain and audit the company's Quality Management System (QMS) to ensure compliance with ISO 9001, IATF 16949, and other customer-specific requirements.

Lead and participate in root cause analysis and corrective/preventive action (CAPA) processes using tools such as 8D, 5-Why, and Fishbone Diagrams.

Plan, execute, and document various quality inspections, including incoming, in-process, and final inspections.

Collaborate with production, engineering, and supply chain teams to resolve complex quality issues and implement process improvements.

Conduct and review Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) and Measurement Systems Analysis (MSA).

Support new product introduction (NPI) and process validation activities.

Prepare and maintain quality-related documentation, including control plans, inspection standards, and test procedures.

Monitor and report key quality metrics (e.g., PPM, scrap rate, customer complaints) to management.

Process Collaboration & Problem Solving, work closely with process engineering teams to analyze quality fluctuations in production processes.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical field.

Minimum of 1-3 years of proven experience as a Quality Engineer in a manufacturing environment, preferably in the automotive or electronics industry.

Strong knowledge of quality management systems (ISO 9001, IATF 16949) and quality tools (FMEA, MSA, SPC, APQP, PPAP).

Proficiency in using statistical analysis software (e.g., Minitab, JMP) is highly desirable.

Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making skills.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively across cross-functional teams.

Detail-oriented with a commitment to excellence and continuous improvement.

Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) or Six Sigma Green Belt/Black Belt certification.

Experience with ERP/MES systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle).