QA Manager / Senior QA Engineer

STMicroelectronics Sdn Bhd; Muar; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A global semiconductor company in Malaysia is seeking a Quality Assurance Manager to oversee quality systems, manage audits, and drive quality improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Quality Management, with 7-10 years of experience in the automotive manufacturing environment. Strong communication and leadership skills are essential to guide teams and maintain compliance with industry standards. Competitive salary and benefits are offered.

Benefits

Medical

Education support

Dental

Sports (e.g. Gym)

Parking

Car loan interest subsidies

Year-end bonus

Qualifications

• 7-10 years of experience in quality assurance in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience in managing customer ECC processes and quality improvement programs.
• Background in IATF 16949 and automotive quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage internal quality audits for system effectiveness.
• Coordinate training programs for manufacturing specialists.
• Oversee incoming material quality monitoring and supplier audits.

Skills

Customer ECC management

Quality system compliance

Process change management

Six Sigma methodologies

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Quality Management

Job description

At ST, we believe in the power of technology to drive innovation and make a positive impact on people, business, and society. We are a global semiconductor company, and our advanced technology & chips form the hidden part of the world we live in today.

When you join ST, you will be part of a global business of more than 115+ nationalities present in 40 countries, with 50,000+ diverse and dedicated creators & makers of technology around the world.

YOUR ROLE

• Strong knowledge of customer ECC management and complaint resolution techniques to meet customer excursion targets.
• Proficient in quality system compliance and effectiveness monitoring, including IATF and automotive customer certification requirements.
• Ability to lead and manage internal quality audits to ensure continuous system effectiveness.
• Skilled in coordinating training and certification programs for manufacturing specialists to support manufacturing processes.
• Expertise in managing plant process control, quality gates, and clean room standards to meet industry requirements.
• Experience establishing and managing incoming material quality monitoring and supplier quality audit programs.
• Ability to manage plant process change management systems to ensure compliance with automotive requirements.
• Strong capability in managing shopfloor quality engagement programs, including quality campaigns and manufacturing workcell activities.

Leadership & Interpersonal Skills

• Strong leadership and team management skills to guide QA engineers, manufacturing specialists, and cross‑functional teams.
• Excellent communication skills to interface effectively with product groups, customers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders.
• Proven ability to drive quality culture and continuous improvement initiatives at the plant and shopfloor levels.
• Ability to collaborate with multiple teams, including product groups and NPI, to ensure quality deliverables are met.

Additional Attributes

• Analytical mindset with strong problem‑solving skills to implement systemic corrective actions and prevent reoccurrences.
• Detail‑oriented and highly organized to manage multiple quality assurance functions simultaneously.
• Proactive approach to quality management, ensuring customer satisfaction and compliance with industry standards.

YOUR SKILLS & EXPERIENCES

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality Management, or a related technical discipline.
• Minimum 7‑10 years of experience in quality assurance within a manufacturing environment, preferably automotive industry.
• Proven experience managing customer ECC (Escalation and Complaint Control) processes and driving quality improvement programs to reduce customer complaints.
• Strong background in implementing and maintaining quality systems compliant with IATF 16949 and customer‑specific automotive quality standards.
• Experience leading internal audit programs and ensuring ongoing quality system effectiveness.
• Hands‑on experience managing First Article (FA), Repeatability & Reproducibility (R&R), and Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) controls in a manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated ability to manage process controls, quality gates, and supplier quality audit programs.
• Practical knowledge of Six Sigma methodologies and experience leading Six Sigma projects.
• Experience working with New Product Introduction (NPI) teams to ensure quality standards are met for new product releases.

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Application Questions

• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Malaysia?
• Which of the following types of qualifications do you have?
• How many years' experience do you have as a Quality Assurance Manager?
• How many years' experience do you have in a quality assurance (QA) role?
• Are you willing to relocate for this role?

Working at ST means innovating for a future that we want to make smarter, greener, and sustainable. Our technology starts with you. Join us and start the future!

Perks and benefits: Medical, Education support, Dental, Sports (e.g. Gym), Parking, car loan interest subsidies, year‑end bonus, perfo