Quality Assurance Engineer

NES Fircroft; Selangor; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the manufacturing sector seeks a Quality Assurance Specialist to maintain high-quality standards across its operations in Malaysia and Thailand. The candidate will monitor product quality, conduct training on best practices, and work closely with suppliers to ensure compliance with quality standards. This role requires strong leadership and analytical skills, with a commitment to quality excellence and personal growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' experience in a quality-focused role.
• In-depth knowledge of quality standards and testing methods.
• Ability to lead and train teams at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Monitor product and process nonconformance and overall quality trends.
• Conduct training sessions for supplier teams on best practices.
• Manage the full tool build lifecycle while maintaining schedule adherence.

Skills

Quality Control

Root Cause Analysis

Leadership

Analytical Problem-Solving

Supplier Relationship Management

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Proficient in English

Education

Engineering degree or equivalent technical qualification

Tools

AutoForm

UG

CATIA

MS Office Suite

Job description

Job Title: Quality Assurance Specialist

Location: Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia (with occasional travel to Thailand)

We are seeking a proactive and experienced Quality Assurance Specialist to support and enforce top-tier quality standards in the manufacturing of stamping tools and stamped components/assemblies at our satellite factories in Southeast Asia. This role is vital in ensuring the highest levels of quality, efficiency, and reliability across our supply chain operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Monitor and report on product and process nonconformance, daily quality performance, root cause analyses, and overall quality trends.
• Conduct training sessions for supplier teams on best practices, ensuring alignment with high-quality standards.
• Resolve production and manufacturing challenges efficiently to minimize delays and optimize output.
• Manage or support the full tool build lifecycle — including sourcing, quoting, CNC machining, assembly, trial, and approval — while maintaining schedule adherence.
• Drive proactive supplier management and engagement to support timely delivery and quality compliance.
• Evaluate and enhance stamping tool designs to ensure robust and repeatable production processes.
• Identify and rapidly validate new quality and cost improvement concepts to maintain production excellence.
• Provide ongoing support and guidance to engineering and production teams across partner sites in Malaysia and Thailand.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Proven experience in a Quality Control or Assurance role within the manufacturing sector.
• In-depth knowledge of quality standards, testing methods, and root cause analysis.
• Strong decision-making, leadership, and analytical problem-solving skills.
• Experienced in supplier relationship management and cross-functional collaboration.
• Ability to lead and train teams at all levels — from factory floor to senior management.
• Highly proficient in English (spoken and written); capable of writing business correspondence, proposals, and reports.
• Familiarity with software such as AutoForm, UG, CATIA, and MS Office Suite (Excel, Project, PowerPoint).
• Understanding of quality systems such as TS 16949, ISO 9001, IATF 16949, AEC-Q100/200, and ANSI standards.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• Self-motivated, results-driven, and passionate about quality excellence.
• Comfortable working with global counterparts and factory partners across Southeast Asia.
• Willing and able to travel regularly between Malaysia and Thailand for on-site support and training.
• Open to a dynamic work schedule that may involve evening or weekend engagements due to global coordination needs.
• Committed to personal and professional growth, with aspirations for future leadership roles.

Experience & Education:

• Engineering degree or equivalent technical qualification is preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years' experience in a quality-focused role within the automotive, aerospace, or other precision manufacturing industries.

Compensation:

• Competitive salary based on qualifications and experience.