Senior Quality Engineer

Chery Automobile; Kulim; On-site; MYR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive manufacturer located in Kedah, Malaysia is seeking a Quality Specialist responsible for ensuring quality compliance in new model development, managing in-process quality performance, and investigating field quality issues. Candidates should have strong knowledge of quality management systems like ISO 9001, proficiency in tools like FMEA and SPC, and excellent analytical skills. This position offers a dynamic working environment focused on continuous improvement and collaboration across teams.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of quality management systems, specifically ISO 9001.
• Proficient in core quality tools like FMEA, PDCA, SPC, APQP, 8D, and RCA.
• Understanding of automotive manufacturing processes.
• Excellent analytical and troubleshooting skills.
• Attention to detail and problem-solving mindset.

Responsibilities

• Participate in new model development and represent Quality in teams.
• Review product specifications for compliance with quality requirements.
• Monitor in-process quality performance and implement corrective actions.
• Track aftermarket product performance and warranty claims.
• Investigate field failures and perform root cause analysis.

Skills

Quality management systems knowledge

Analytical skills

Problem-solving mindset

Cross-functional collaboration

Tools

FMEA

SPC

APQP

Job description

1. Participate in new model development projects and represent the Quality function in cross‑functional teams.

2. Review product specifications, drawings, and WI to ensure compliance with quality and reliability requirements.

3. Develop quality plans for new models.

4. Support prototypes build validation and pre‑launch quality gate reviews and ensure proper documentation.

In‑House Quality (Production)

1. Monitor in‑process quality performance and implement corrective actions.

2. Manage quality inspectors and ensure adherence to inspection standards.

3. Maintain control plans, sampling plans, and SOPs.

4. Conduct internal audits (process audits, product audits) and ensure closure of NCRs.

Aftermarket & Field Quality

1. Track aftermarket product performance, warranty claims, and customer complaints.

2. Investigate field failures and perform root cause analysis (8D, fishbone, 5‑Why).

3. Coordinate with Service, R&D, and Production teams on corrective and preventive actions.

4. Support recall/market campaigns if necessary.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENT

1. Strong knowledge of quality management systems: ISO 9001

2. Proficiency in core quality tools: FMEA, PDCA, SPC, APQP, 8D, RCA.

3. Understanding of automotive manufacturing processes.

4. Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, and cross‑functional collaboration skills.

5. Attention to detail, strong problem‑solving mindset, and leadership capability.

6. Good at writing reports, presenting findings, and coaching team members.