Senior Manager 1, Quality

II-VI UK, Ltd.; Seberang Perai; On-site; MYR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in Penang is seeking a Quality Assurance Manager to oversee quality systems and drive improvements for transceiver products. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Science or Engineering and has experience in testing and managing quality during manufacturing processes. Strong leadership and analytical skills are essential for this onsite role, which offers a dynamic environment focusing on innovation and excellence.

Qualifications

• Experience in transceiver module testing and understanding of optical technologies.
• Proven ability to manage quality across incoming, in-process, and outgoing stages.
• Knowledge of mechanical dimensioning and tolerancing.

Responsibilities

• Manage and develop plans for EFRT capability and capacity for transceiver products.
• Own QA product and process health indicators.
• Verify defects and handle lot disposition.

Skills

Leadership capabilities

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Team management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Science or Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

e-drawing

Job description

Responsibilities

• Managing and developing plans for EFRT capability and capacity for transceiver products. Assessing and recommending improvements to enhance effectiveness and efficiency of quality systems.
• Owning QA product and process health indicators, including DPPM reports, analyzing QA, test, and process failures to drive systematic corrective actions. Participating in cross‑functional teams dedicated to improving product quality and reliability.
• Verifying defects, handling lot disposition, managing shipment blocking or approval, generating and closing ICARs. Responsible for technical evaluations, providing NPI support, implementing and monitoring corrective actions, generating relevant reports.
• Coordinating with the NPI Team to ensure successful implementation of new products into mass production. Leading continual improvement activities by defining test or process problems, determining root causes, implementing effective solutions.
• Analyzing and following up on customer‑reported problems, focusing on implementing containment measures and corrective actions. Willing to support inter‑site assignments as needed.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Science or Engineering, preference for majors in Electronics, Mechatronics, or Mechanical Engineering.
• Experience in transceiver module testing and solid understanding of optical technologies within the industry.
• Proven ability to manage quality‑related matters across incoming, in‑process, and outgoing stages.
• Proficient in interpreting mechanical drawings and understanding GD&T.
• Knowledge and experience with mechanical CAD software such as SolidWorks and e‑drawing.
• Strong computer literacy and familiarity with Greenbelt Statistical Process Control principles.
• Demonstrated analytical skills paired with a hands‑on working attitude.
• Ability to adapt and remain flexible in response to rapid changes in business needs.
• Experience in high‑mix, high‑volume manufacturing environments, and/or assembly, SMT, and PCBA manufacturing is advantageous.
• Good understanding of mechanical dimensioning and tolerancing analysis, familiarity with poka‑yoke principles, considered an added advantage.

Skills

• Strong leadership capabilities to manage a team.
• Possess strong interpersonal skills and enjoy the process of problem‑solving.
• Work effectively with other members of Coherent Corp.

Working Conditions

• This role is onsite.

Culture Commitment

Ensure adherence to company’s values (ICARE) in all aspects of your position at Coherent Corp.

• Integrity – Create an Environment of Trust
• Collaboration – Innovate Through the Sharing of Ideas
• Accountability – Own the Process and the Outcome
• Respect – Recognize the Value in Everyone
• Enthusiasm – Find a Sense of Purpose in Work

About Us

Coherent is a global leader in lasers, engineered materials and networking components. We are a vertically integrated manufacturing company that develops innovative products for diversified applications in the industrial, optical communications, military, life sciences, semiconductor equipment, and consumer markets. Coherent provides a comprehensive career development platform within an environment that challenges employees to perform at their best, while rewarding excellence and hard‑work through a competitive compensation program. It's an exciting opportunity to work for a company that offers stability, longevity and growth. Come Join Us!

About the Team

Coherent Malaysia (formerly known as II‑VI Incorporated) began operations in 2001 through the incorporation of Finisar Malaysia with 300 headcounts, now employs over 3000 employees. Ipoh’s assembly and test site for optical components, transceivers, and wavelength management equipment remains committed to the expansion of Coherent Corporation, accelerated by the growth of next generation products to meet the increasing demands for network bandwidth and data storage.

Job Info

• Job Identification 2009433
• Posting Date 11/23/2025, 04:41 AM
• Degree Level Bachelor's Degree
• Job Schedule Full time

Coherent Corp. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.