QUALITY CONTROL ANALYST III

TE Connectivity Corporation; George Town; On-site; MYR 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Supplier Quality Engineer to enhance product quality through supplier collaboration. This role involves leading quality improvement initiatives, managing supplier performance, and ensuring adherence to quality standards. The ideal candidate will have a solid engineering background and extensive experience in supplier quality management. You will work in a dynamic environment, driving quality improvements and ensuring exceptional customer experiences. If you are passionate about quality and have a knack for problem-solving, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 8-12 years of experience in supplier quality or related functions.
• Advanced knowledge of supplier management and quality tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead continuous quality improvement initiatives with suppliers.
• Investigate quality issues and implement corrective actions.
• Conduct regular quality audits for suppliers.

Skills

Supplier Management

Root Cause Analysis

Problem-Solving

Quality Tools (BKM, Cpk, SPC, 8D, FMEA)

Negotiation Skills

Communication Skills

Education

B.S. in Electrical Engineering

B.S. in Mechanical Engineering

B.S. in Industrial Engineering

Tools

ISO9001/IATF16949

SPC

FMEA

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Job Overview

The TE PBL Supplier Quality Engineer is responsible for implementing quality management for Private/Brand Label (PBL) suppliers. The role involves leading and collaborating with a team to maintain high quality and performance standards across all TE products from PBL suppliers. This position requires the ability to drive suppliers towards quality improvements and to work with TE's internal teams to meet quality goals, with a focus on delivering high-quality products for an exceptional customer experience.

Job Description

Responsibilities:

• Achieve all KPIs supporting the business goals.
• Lead continuous quality improvement initiatives with suppliers based on TE and customer requirements.
• Handle customer complaints, work with TE CQE or directly with customers to address issues, verify root causes, and ensure follow-up actions.
• Investigate quality issues, implement effective corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Conduct regular quality or process audits for suppliers.
• Develop and report supplier performance metrics to top management.
• Assess supplier performance and provide training as needed.
• Improve CoPQ and yield, conduct management reviews, and implement actions.
• Define cosmetic standards and QIP dimensions, and drive supplier adherence.
• Coordinate annual and onsite process audits in response to quality issues or customer complaints.
• Manage NPI and migration projects, including BKM, GR&R, FAAR, Safe Launch, sample verification, and PPAP preparation.
• Implement product process control, identify risks, and develop mitigation plans.
• Verify 5M1E change controls, follow approval processes, and implement on the supplier side.
• Monitor and summarize supplier quality performance, request improvements for riskier suppliers.

Requirements:

• B.S. degree (or higher) in Electrical, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering, or equivalent practical experience.
• 8-12 years of experience in supplier quality or related quality functions; experience in connector, cable assembly, cage assembly, or antenna manufacturing is a plus.
• Advanced knowledge of supplier management; ISO9001/IATF16949 internal auditor certification preferred.
• Understanding of connector, cable assembly, antenna, busbar quality requirements, including measurement techniques.
• Strong root cause analysis and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in quality tools such as BKM, Cpk, SPC, 8D, FMEA, Gage R&R, Poka Yoke.
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills to bridge TE and suppliers on quality issues.
• Willingness to travel periodically (25-50%).
• Fluent in English and Mandarin (reading, writing, speaking).
• Experience in connector, cable assembly, antenna, or busbar manufacturing is advantageous.

Candidate Profile:

Values: Integrity, Accountability, Inclusion, Innovation, Teamwork

Location:

BAYAN LEPAS PENANG, 07, MY, 11900

City: BAYAN LEPAS PENANG

State: 07

Country/Region: MY

Travel: 25-50%

Requisition ID: 128495

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Function: Quality

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