Senior QA Engineer, Semiconductor & Quality Systems

Knowles Electronics; Bayan Lepas; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 167,000; Full time

Job summary

Knowles Electronics in Penang is seeking a senior QA professional to develop and execute quality plans, investigate non-conformances, lead 8D reports, perform FMEA, and drive continuous improvement across manufacturing and supplier interfaces.

Requires at least a Bachelor's degree in Science and 8 years of QC experience in semiconductor/electronics with strong knowledge of QMS/EMS/OSH standards and internal audits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Science or equivalent.
• At least 8 years' QC experience in semiconductor/electronic field.
• Experience with QMS/EMS/OSH and internal audits.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute quality plans, test procedures and inspection protocols for manufacturing processes.
• Investigate non-conforming products and perform root cause analysis to prevent recurrence.
• Monitor outgoing quality and DPPM trends; drive continuous improvement to meet targets.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement process improvements for quality and yield.
• Lead 8D investigations for customer complaints and provide timely reports.
• Participate in FMEA activities to identify potential quality risks.
• Support internal audits to ensure QMS/EMS/OSH compliance and CAPA effectiveness.
• Provide training on quality procedures to QA and production personnel.
• Maintain and improve procedures aligned with QMS/EMS/OSH standards.
• Coordinate with other departments on customer complaints and inspection quality.
• Initiate containment actions when necessary (suspending deliveries).
• Ensure activities align with QMS/EMS/OSH standards and procedures.
• Mentor subordinates/contractors on quality standards as needed.
• Assist QA Manager with overarching quality assurance tasks.

Skills

Quality Assurance

Root cause analysis

8D problem solving

Process improvement

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Science or equivalent

Tools

QMS

EMS

OSH management systems

Job description

Knowles Electronics in Penang is seeking a senior QA professional to develop and execute quality plans, investigate non-conformances, lead 8D reports, perform FMEA, and drive continuous improvement across manufacturing and supplier interfaces.

Requires at least a Bachelor's degree in Science and 8 years of QC experience in semiconductor/electronics with strong knowledge of QMS/EMS/OSH standards and internal audits.