QA Manager

SmartHire by SEEK; Seberang Perai; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

Ultimate Machining / Manufacturing Solutions is seeking a seasoned QA Manager to take full ownership of the Quality Assurance function in a precision engineering environment serving aerospace and semiconductor equipment clients.

You will lead ISO9001:2015 and ISO14001 certifications, drive Lean Sigma and Six Sigma initiatives, mentor cross-functional teams, and ensure rigorous CMM inspection capabilities and regulatory compliance across the organisation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field; equivalent experience accepted
• 10+ years in QA management within precision engineering/manufacturing
• Strong knowledge of ISO 9001:2015, AS9100, Lean Sigma and Six Sigma
• Experience leading internal audits and supplier quality management
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

Responsibilities

• Own the Quality Assurance Department and set the quality direction
• Maintain ISO9001:2015 and ISO14001 certifications and implement Lean Sigma/AS9100
• Lead internal quality audits across all departments
• Monitor quality performance and drive data-driven improvements
• Manage supplier quality and performance reviews
• Liaise with customers and regulators and present quality results
• Lead cross-functional CI initiatives using Lean, PFMEA, SPC and Six Sigma
• Interpret drawings and apply CMM knowledge to inspection methods

Skills

Leadership

Quality Assurance

Auditing

Regulatory Liaison

Communication

Data-driven decisions

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Tools

CMM programming

PFMEA

SPC

Six Sigma

Nadcap

Job description

Our client Ultimate Machining / Manufacturing Solutions is seeking a QA Manager to join their team!

Are you a seasoned quality assurance professional with deep technical expertise in precision engineering and a passion for driving quality excellence? This is a rare and senior leadership opportunity to take full ownership of the Quality Assurance function within a well-established precision manufacturing company serving aerospace and semiconductor equipment clients. If you have a strong command of international quality standards, hands-on CMM experience and the leadership capability to drive continuous improvement across a cross-functional organisation, this role offers the platform to make a meaningful and lasting impact.

About Our Client Ultimate Machining / Manufacturing Solutions is a precision engineering and manufacturing company with capabilities spanning machining, special processes and quality-critical manufacturing for aerospace and semiconductor equipment clients. With a strong commitment to international quality standards including ISO9001:2015, AS9100 and Lean Sigma, they have built a reputation for technical excellence, operational rigour and continuous improvement. They offer a structured and collaborative working environment where quality professionals are empowered to lead, develop their teams and drive real change across the business.

What You'll Be Doing?

• Quality Assurance Leadership: Take full ownership of the Quality Assurance Department, reporting directly to the General Manager and setting the quality direction for the entire organisation.
• ISO & Quality Systems Management: Maintain and manage the company's ISO9001:2015 and ISO14001 certifications and implement Lean Sigma and AS9100 quality system requirements across all operations.
• Internal Quality Audits: Champion and lead internal quality audits across all departments, ensuring processes consistently meet required quality standards and regulatory requirements.
• Performance Monitoring: Monitor the ongoing performance and outputs of the quality process and drive data-driven decisions to continuously improve quality outcomes.
• Supplier Quality Management: Ensure all suppliers meet the company's quality requirements through robust supplier quality management processes and regular performance reviews.
• Customer & Regulatory Liaison: Review customer feedback to inform quality process improvements; communicate effectively with customers and regulatory agencies and deliver quality performance presentations to senior management.
• Continuous Improvement Leadership: Direct cross-functional teams to ensure quality frameworks are consistently implemented; lead continuous improvement initiatives applying Lean Manufacturing, PFMEA, SPC and Six Sigma methodologies.
• Technical Quality Oversight: Proficiently interpret engineering drawings and related specifications and apply this knowledge in CMM programming and inspection methods to ensure inspection accuracy and process compliance.

Who Are They Looking For?

• Educational Background: A Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or a related technical field is preferred — however, candidates without formal qualifications but with the necessary depth of experience and expertise are welcome to apply.
• Quality Assurance Experience: Minimum 10 years of quality assurance management experience in a precision engineering or manufacturing environment, with a demonstrated track record of leading QA functions and driving quality performance improvements.
• Quality Systems Expertise: Strong hands-on knowledge of ISO9001:2015, AS9100, Lean Sigma, PFMEA, SPC and Six Sigma is essential, with proven experience leading internal audits, managing supplier quality and implementing corrective and preventive action programmes.
• Leadership & Communication: Excellent communication, presentation and stakeholder management skills with the ability to liaise effectively with customers, regulatory agencies and senior management; strong leadership and problem-solving capabilities to align cross-functional teams toward shared quality objectives.
• Language Proficiency: Proficiency in English is required for customer communication, regulatory engagement and management reporting; Bahasa Malaysia and Mandarin proficiency would be an added advantage for effective day-to-day team communication.
• Aerospace & Semiconductor Exposure: Prior exposure to semiconductor equipment manufacturing or aerospace precision engineering environments is a significant advantage, particularly given the company's aerospace and semiconductor client base.
• Nadcap & CMM Knowledge: Familiarity with Nadcap quality standards and hands-on proficiency in CMM programming and inspection methods are strong differentiators for this role.

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