Quality Engineer

Reeracoen Recruitment; Seberang Perai; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Jora Malaysia is seeking a Quality Assurance Manager to lead a 6-person QA team in Penang. You will oversee the QMS across manufacturing processes, drive compliance with ISO 9001 and IATF 16949, and mentor cross-functional teams to achieve zero-defect quality.

The ideal candidate has a solid background in chemistry, polymer science or materials engineering, and hands-on leadership in automated manufacturing.

Qualifications

• In-depth knowledge of ISO 9001 and IATF 16949 requirements.
• Proven leadership in QA within automated manufacturing.
• Experience planning and conducting internal and supplier audits.
• Strong problem-solving using structured methods (8D).

Responsibilities

• Quality System Oversight: maintain and update the QMS to ISO 9001 and IATF 16949.
• Team Leadership: mentor and develop a 6-member QA team.
• Auditing & Compliance: plan and execute audits (internal, supplier, third-party).
• Failure Analysis & CAPA: lead investigations and corrective actions.
• Continuous Improvement: drive Kaizen, 5S, and TQM initiatives.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: partner with Production, Engineering, R&D, and Supply Chain.

Skills

Team leadership

Auditing

Problem solving (8D)

Continuous improvement

Cross-functional collaboration

Lean methodologies

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry/Polymer Science/Materials Engineering

Certified lead auditor

Tools

APQP

PPAP

FMEA

SPC

MSA

Job description

Jora Malaysia will close on 9th September 2026. Thank you for being with us, we are cheering you on as you continue your career journey.

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated, results-oriented, and experienced Quality Assurance Manager to join our dynamic and fast-growing manufacturing organization located in Penang, Malaysia. As a crucial leadership figure within the operations team, the successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing, maintaining, and continually enhancing the company's Quality Management System (QMS) across all manufacturing processes and departments. This position works directly under the guidance of and reports to the Senior Manager-who currently manages both the Quality Control (QC) and broader Quality Assurance/Operations divisions- offering an excellent environment for collaborative strategic planning, professional mentorship, and high-impact operational oversight.

In this position, you will be heading a dedicated and capable team of 6 members, driving a culture of continuous improvement, zero-defect mindset, and total quality excellence throughout the facility. You will serve as the primary quality champion responsible for aligning our production quality with international standards, specifically ISO 9001 and IATF 16949 requirements, while maintaining strict adherence to customer expectations and statutory regulations. The Quality Assurance Manager plays a central cross-functional role, bridging technical expertise, operational processes, and customer relations to ensure overall product excellence and operational efficiency.

The ideal candidate possesses a solid technical background in chemistry, polymer science, or materials engineering, combined with extensive hands-on leadership experience in an automated or advanced manufacturing environment. You will lead failure analysis tasks, root cause investigations using standard problem-solving frameworks like 8D methodology, manage non-conformance issues, and oversee all internal, external, and client certification audits. Beyond operational compliance, this role demands proactive leadership in driving lean methodologies, including 5S, Kaizen, Zero Defect (ZD), and Total Quality Management (TQM) initiatives.

If you are a certified lead auditor with robust team management skills, deep familiarity with Automotive Core Tools (APQP, PPAP, FMEA, SPC, MSA), and a passion for promoting quality culture across cross-functional teams, this is a rewarding career opportunity to step into a key leadership role within an established leader in the chemical and material manufacturing industry.

Responsibilities

• Quality System Oversight: Assist the Senior Manager in overall Quality Assurance strategies, maintaining and updating the QMS in full compliance with ISO 9001 and IATF 16949 standards
• Team Leadership & Development: Directly manage and mentor a team of 6 QA professionals, providing coaching, performance management, and career development guidance
• Auditing & Compliance: Plan, execute, and oversee internal audits, external supplier audits, and third-party certification audits. Ensure full adherence to regulatory, customer, and internal standard operational procedures
• Failure Analysis & Problem Solving: Lead failure analysis activities, root cause investigations, customer complaints handling, and corrective/preventive action (CAPA) implementation utilizing structured methodologies such as 8D
• Continuous Improvement: Drive organization-wide quality improvement programs including Kaizen, 5S, Zero Defect (ZD), and Total Quality Management (TQM)
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner effectively with production, engineering, R&D, and supply chain departments to enhance product capability, streamline operations, and boost overall efficiency