SEA Quality Manager

Prysmian Cables and Systems Usa; Malacca City; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Prysmian is seeking a senior QA/QC leader to drive quality targets across manufacturing sites in a multinational setting. You will interface with Production, Purchasing and Sales, and guide cross-functional teams to resolve complex quality issues while upholding company quality policies.

The role requires 15+ years in quality, a degree in engineering, and proven experience implementing QA systems in an MNC environment. Strong leadership and project management skills are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Minimum degree in Engineering (Electrical/Mechanical/Industrial) or equivalent.
• 15+ years of experience in quality-related areas.
• Experience implementing quality systems in an MNC environment.
• Strong knowledge of QA tools & methodologies (Six Sigma, Kaizen, 5S, JIT).

Responsibilities

• Lead QA/QC teams to achieve quality targets as set by Management.
• Interface with Production, Purchasing and Sales and suppliers on Quality issues.
• Recommend stopping production if quality problems arise.
• Decide disposition of rejected materials and finished goods.
• Lead cross-functional teams to resolve major quality issues.
• Drive quality improvement initiatives across the organization.
• Perform regular internal audits and propose improvements.
• Prepare monthly quality reports and improvement proposals for Management.
• Establish and maintain quality standards on the production floor.
• Set up and revise quality procedures to achieve higher quality products.
• Undertake special projects initiated by Management.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical

Interpersonal skills

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Electrical/Mechanical/Industrial)

Tools

SPC (Statistical Process Control)

Lean Manufacturing

5S

Kaizen

Job description

Job Responsibilities

• Lead the QA/QC teams in our factories to achieve quality targets as set by Management.
• Interface with other departments, Production, Purchasing and Sales as well as suppliers on all Quality issues.
• To recommend stopping production if there is quality problem in the manufacturing line.
• To decide the disposition of the rejected in-coming raw material, work-in-process and finished goods.
• Lead and/or facilitate cross functional teams to drive resolution to any major Quality issues affecting the organization.
• Drive Quality-conscious activities and improvement initiatives in the organization.
• Perform regular internal audits to ensure compliance and recommend appropriate changes as required.
• Prepare monthly reports and quality improvement proposals for Management review to consistently add value to the organization.
• Establish and maintain quality standards in the organization, especially on the production floor according to the Company Quality policies and regulations.
• Undertake ad-hoc special projects initiated by Management.
• Ability to work in a matrix-type organization.
• Set up the quality procedure and amend the existing procedures in order to achieve higher quality products.

Education

Minimum Degree in Engineering (Electrical/Mechanical/Industrial Engineering) or its equivalent.

Experience

• At least 15 years' experience working in quality related areas.
• Well-versed in application of QA tools & methodologies.
• Good exposure and knowledge in QCC, 5S, Kaizen, JIT or Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma.
• Experience in implementation of quality systems with prior working experience in MNC.
• Experience in initiating and maintaining vendor QA programmes.
• Good in planning and conducting Quality Audits.
• Familiar with statistical process control techniques and tools.
• Has initiative and drive, with a strong sense of ownership in getting things done.

Other Essential Attributes

• Possess leadership, analytical and good interpersonal skills.
• Good communication and project management skills.

Prysmian , as an Equal Opportunity Employer, aims to attract and recruit individuals with diverse backgrounds, skills, and abilities. We strongly believe that diversity brings significant value at all levels of the organization, increasing the possibility of capturing market opportunities and maximizing value for our customers and stakeholders. With Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I) as part of our Social Ambition 2030 and a strategic pillar of our Company culture, Prysmian is committed to the development of an organization that prioritizes talent, where people feel respected, included, and free to fully express their potential just as they are.

All Managers and HRs in Prysmian are responsible for ensuring DE&I policies are respected during the recruiting process, as well as recognizing and mitigating unconscious biases that must not influence our selection processes. All persons will be considered for employment without regard to their race, ethnicity, religion, nationality, origin, citizenship status, socio-economic status, age, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, military service or veteran status, pregnancy, parental leave, medical conditions, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Prysmian will endeavour to make a reasonable accommodation for any disclosed physical or neurological condition or disability of a qualified applicant unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business.

Visit our DE&I Page to learn more about Prysmian's commitments.