Quality Manager - Metrology

VAT Vakuumventile AG; Batu Kawan; On-site; MYR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A multinational vacuum technology company in Batu Kawan, Malaysia, is seeking a Metrology Manager to lead the Metrology department and drive continuous improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate will have 8 to 15 years of experience in Metrology or Machining, a degree in Mechanical Engineering, and expertise in CMM programming software. Responsibilities include developing quality improvement strategies and presenting key performance metrics. This role offers career and personal development opportunities in a diverse work environment.

Benefits

Career development opportunities

Diverse work environment

Equal employment opportunities

Qualifications

• 8 to 15 years of experience in Metrology or Machining Field.
• Knowledge of QMS, ISO 9001, and quality fundamentals.
• ISO 1101 & ASME Y14.5 certification is an added advantage.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Metrology department in terms of technicality and management.
• Prepare and analyze operation quality performance for continual improvement.
• Develop quality improvement strategies and targets.

Skills

Metrology expertise

CMM programming

Statistical Process Control

Problem-solving

Data analytics

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Mcosmos

PC-DMIS

Calypso

Job description

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Innovation, Efficiency and Ambition: this is what VAT has stood for over 50 years.

With this passion, VAT has grown to become the leading international developer, manufacturer, and supplier of high-performance high-end vacuum valves and vacuum sealing technology, employing over 2000 people worldwide. The headquarters are located in Haag (Switzerland), with production centers in Switzerland, Malaysia, Romania, and Taiwan.

The Metrology Manager will lead and mentor the Metrology department, driving continuous improvement initiatives, training programs, and the adoption of best practices. The role emphasizes achieving key performance indicators, fostering a preventive mindset, and ensuring customer and product quality standards are met, all while upholding VAT's core values of Integrity, Teamwork, Customer Centricity, and Innovation.

Your responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Lead the Metrology department in terms of technicality and management.
• Create and present trending metrics reports on metrology key KPIs.
• Develop quality improvement strategies and targets that support the company's goals.
• Prepare and analyze operation quality performance for continual improvement strategy planning, using the PDCA approach.
• Serve as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) regarding measurement, SPC, and data analytics within the Metrology role.
• Identify and analyze issues, defects, and other problems, particularly recurring issues across multiple products; recommend and facilitate solutions to prevent recurrences.
• Ensure out-of-control situations are managed effectively through well-defined Out of Control Action Plans (OCAP).
• Oversee and manage all Metrology/Inspection equipment.
• Develop and use measurement methods and equipment to determine the dimensional features of products to conform to design specifications.
• Require 8 to 15 years of experience in Metrology or Machining Field.
• Possess at least a Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical/Electronic Engineering, or Mechanical – Manufacturing Engineering.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Experience with CMM programming software such as Mcosmos, PC-DMIS, Calypso, etc.
• Knowledge in 3D modeling CAD design, manufacturing, and machining processes of jigs & fixtures (CAD/CAM).
• Knowledge in Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerance (GD&T) and Management System Analysis (MSA).
• Profound knowledge of Statistical Process Control (Cpk, Ppk, and SPC).
• Knowledge of QMS, ISO 9001, and quality fundamentals (Problem solving, DMAIC, FMEA).
• ISO 1101 & ASME Y14.5 certification or knowledge is an added advantage.

VAT is an equal opportunity employer. We see ourselves as a responsible and far-sighted employer that offers not only jobs but also career and personal development opportunities through various training programs. We recognize the value of employee diversity and provide equal employment opportunities for all qualified applicants that contribute to innovation, improve customer orientation, and increase employee satisfaction. In 2021, VAT received the Fair-ON-Pay+ certificate as acknowledgment of our commitment to ensuring equal pay for equal work between men and women.