Quality Manager

BD; Kulim; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent manufacturing firm in Kulim, Malaysia, is seeking a QA Manager to oversee quality assurance processes. The role involves managing supplier quality, leading quality initiatives, and ensuring compliance with standards such as ISO 13485:2003. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's Degree in a related field and possesses certifications in quality auditing and Lean Six Sigma. Strong communication skills in Bahasa Malaysia and English, along with 5-8 years of relevant experience in a manufacturing environment, are required for this position.

Qualifications

• Must be able to communicate fluently in Bahasa Malaysia and English.
• Minimum 5 – 8 years’ experience in manufacturing quality assurance or engineering.
• Exposed to quality engineering tools and techniques.

Responsibilities

• Manage QA activities in manufacturing including incoming and supplier management.
• Lead a quality staff to ensure adherence to ISO 13485:2003 and corporate policies.
• Perform continuous quality control evaluation and resolve quality problems.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Science/Engineering/Manufacturing related field

Certified in Quality Auditor (ASQ CQA/RABQSA/IRCA/EOQ)

Certified in Lean Six Sigma Black Belt, CQA and CQM

Tools

SPC

QC tools

DOE

ANOVA

Minitab

Job description

Job Description Summary

Responsible for incoming and supplier management, in-process quality control, qualification, customer complaint and QA activities in manufacturing to ensure that the quality system is in compliance with the quality assurance policies of the company. Plan, organize, coordinate and lead projects relating to process, manufacturing and quality to support the requirements of the Quality Assurance System. Provide leadership in the analysis and resolution of manufacturing quality problems using specific techniques and tools. Evaluate the state of manufacturing processes to ensure adequate control and continuous improvement.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsible for overall management of QA Activities in manufacturing (incoming, supplier management, in-process and releasing, qualification, audit, customer complaint and etc). Liaise with production supervisors/officer/engineer/manager on matters relating to quality to ensure that products are manufactured to requirements. Assure that all quality control functions are performed effectively to meet production schedule through planning and good communication. Lead a quality staff to ensure proper implementation and maintenance of a quality system in compliance with the Quality System Regulation, ISO 13485:2003, National and International Standards, product specifications and Corporate, Divisional and Internal policies and procedures. Perform continuous Quality Control evaluation and trend analysis on product quality issues, resolve quality problems and initiate corrective action with other departments as required. Lead and motivate subordinate to achieve the highest level of proficiency. Provide leadership and training on statistics and analytical tools to facilitate employee involvement in problem‑solving or quality improvement activities. Participate or lead quality improvement activities pertaining to quality trend and customer complaints.

EDUCATION & QUALIFICATION

• Bachelor’s Degree in Science/Engineering/Manufacturing related field
• Certified in Quality Auditor (ASQ CQA/RABQSA/IRCA/EOQ). Any of the listed will satisfy the requirement.
• Certified in Lean Six Sigma Black Belt, CQA and CQM

EXPERIENCE

• Must be able to communicate fluently (written and oral) in Bahasa Malaysia and English.
• Minimum 5 – 8 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment on Production, Quality Assurance or Manufacturing Engineering.
• Exposed to Quality Engineering tools and techniques, e.g. SPC, QC tools DOE, ANOVA and Minitab.

Required Skills

Optional Skills

Primary Work Location

MYS Kedah - Bard Kulim (Malaysia)

Work Shift

MY3 Normal 8a-4.45p Group 26 (Malaysia)