Senior QA Engineer

Tanaka Electronics (M) Sdn Bhd; Bayan Lepas; On-site; MYR 200,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading electronics manufacturer in Malaysia is seeking an experienced Quality Assurance Engineer to manage and enhance QA processes and compliance with industry standards. The ideal candidate should have at least 5 years of experience in a QA role, proficiency in relevant languages, and a strong understanding of QMS such as ISO9001 and IATF16949. This position includes responsibilities like leading audits, developing quality initiatives, and supervising QA staff. The company offers a competitive benefits package including insurance and bonuses.

Benefits

5-day Work Week

Insurance and Medical Coverage

Bonus Twice a Year

Meal Allowance

Transport Allowance

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years working experience in QA related field.
• Proven leadership experience in managing a QA team.
• Comprehensive understanding of QMS ISO9001 & IATF16949.
• Language proficiency in English, Malay, and Mandarin.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing and managing QA and compliance systems.
• Utilize quality tools to enhance efficiency.
• Lead internal and external audits to assess QMS compliance.
• Refine procedures to support QMS development.
• Provide quality direction to cross-functional departments.
• Supervise QA engineers/executives.
• Handle customer complaints and follow-up until closure.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Good communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Leadership

Education

Degree in related field

Tools

Six Sigma

Total Quality Management (TQM)

Job description

Demonstrated leadership in managing a Quality Assurance team for over 3 years.

Preferably 5 years and above working experience in QA related field.

Language proficiency: English, Malay, and Mandarin.

Comprehensive understanding of QMS ISO9001 & IATF16949.

Good analytical and problem-solving skills.

Good communication skills and strong interpersonal skills.

Experience in internal and external audits.

Education: Degree in related field.

Job Responsibilities

Assist QMR in developing and managing comprehensive QA and compliance systems that align with quality policies and industry standards, such as ISO 9001 and IATF 16949.

Utilizing quality tools like Six Sigma or total quality management (TQM) principles to enhance efficiency, reduce variability, and implement lean quality processes.

Leading and coordinating both internal and external audits (e.g., with regulators or certification bodies) to assess QMS compliance and reporting issues to relevant departments.

Writing and refining procedures and processes to support QMS development and ensure consistency across operations.

Providing quality direction to cross-functional departments (Design, Production, Procurement, etc.) and leading high-level quality improvement initiatives.

To perform maintenance and improve quality performance programs meeting department objectives & targets.

To supervise the QA engineers/executives on their job and responsibility.

Assess and support customer requirements to meet customer satisfaction.

To generate Training Program to improve company employees on quality awareness, not limited to senior management level.

To handle customer complaints until the closure of the 8D from customer with satisfaction.

Carry out job and task given or assigned by superior or company management when required.

Reporting Relationship

Position reports to: SECTION HEAD, MANAGER.

Positions supervised: ENGINEER & EXECUTIVE.

Benefits

5-day Work Week, Insurance and Medical Coverage, and Bonus Twice a Year.

Various Allowances & Subsidies such as Meal, Transport & etc.

Application Process

Your application will include the following questions:

• How many years' experience do you have as a Quality Assurance Engineer?
• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Malaysia?
• What's your expected monthly basic salary?
• Which of the following types of qualifications do you have?
• Which of the following languages are you fluent in?
• How much notice are you required to give your current employer?
• How many years' experience do you have as an operations supervisor?
• How many years of auditing experience do you have?