Senior Supplier Quality Engineer

ViTrox Corporation Bhd / ViE Technologies Sdn Bhd; Penang; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

ViTrox Corporation is seeking a Senior Supplier Quality Engineer to own supplier performance from qualification through mass production. You will lead a team of SQEs, drive capability development for fabrication parts, and ensure all components meet ViTrox’s exacting standards.

You will resolve quality issues via 5 Whys and 8D, manage First Article Inspections, and maintain supplier scorecards. Strong communication and leadership are essential.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in Electrical / Electronics / Mechanical / Mechatronics Engineering.
• At least 5 years of SQE experience in manufacturing or EMS.
• Strong knowledge of standard and fabrication parts; able to read engineering drawings.
• Proficient with 8D and 5 Whys problem-solving.
• Excellent communication and influencing skills.

Responsibilities

• Drive supplier capability development and continuous improvement for fabrication parts.
• Resolve supplier quality issues using 5 Whys and 8D methodology.
• Manage supplier qualifications (First Article Inspection) and monitor yields.
• Identify underperforming suppliers and implement development plans to improve process capability.
• Maintain and present supplier scorecards and performance data to management.
• Collaborate with IQA, R&D, and Manufacturing on NPI and mass production to ensure quality parts.
• Conduct new vendor qualification audits and periodic on-site audits.
• Mentor and guide a team of Supplier Quality Engineers.

Skills

Reading drawings

8D problem-solving

5 Whys analysis

Supplier scorecards

Influencing skills

Mentoring team

Quality leadership

Education

Electrical / Electronics / Mechanical / Mechatronics Engineering

Job description

Are you passionate about quality, problem-solving, and making a real impact on product excellence?

We're looking for a driven Senior Supplier Quality Engineer to own supplier performance from qualification through mass production — ensuring both standard and fabrication parts meet ViTrox's exacting standards while leading a team of Supplier Quality Engineers.

What You'll Do

Drive supplier capability development and continuous improvement projects for fabrication parts — Sheet Metal, CNC Parts, and Structural components

Resolve supplier quality issues systematically using 5 Whys and 8D methodology

Manage supplier qualifications (First Article Inspection) and monitor manufacturing process yields

Identify underperforming suppliers and implement structured development plans to uplift their process capability

Maintain and present supplier scorecards and performance data to management

Collaborate with IQA, R&D, and Manufacturing engineers on NPI and mass production to ensure quality fabrication parts

Conduct new vendor qualification audits and periodic on-site audits, identifying areas for continuous improvement

Mentor and guide a team of Supplier Quality Engineers

What We're Looking For

Diploma or Degree in Electrical / Electronics / Mechanical / Mechatronics Engineering

At least 5 years of SQE experience, preferably in manufacturing or EMS

Solid knowledge of standard and fabrication parts; able to read engineering drawings

Strong 8D and 5 Whys problem-solving skills

Excellent communication and influencing skills

Machinery & Automation 1,001-5,000 employees

Since 2000, ViTrox designs and manufactures innovative, leading-edge, cost-effective automated vision inspection equipment & system-on-chip embedded electronics devices for the semiconductor & electronics packaging industries. ViTrox's core products are its Machine Vision System (MVS), Automated Board Inspection (ABI) & Integrated Industrial Embedded Solutions (IIES).

In 2021, we expanded our vision beyond manufacturing, venturing into high-tech agriculture and education to drive positive global change.

We're proud of the many awards recognizing our innovations, business growth & workplace culture. At our state-of-the-art ViTrox Campus, we're growing our team of talented visionaries.

Since 2000, ViTrox designs and manufactures innovative, leading-edge, cost-effective automated vision inspection equipment & system-on-chip embedded electronics devices for the semiconductor & electronics packaging industries. ViTrox's core products are its Machine Vision System (MVS), Automated Board Inspection (ABI) & Integrated Industrial Embedded Solutions (IIES).

In 2021, we expanded our vision beyond manufacturing, venturing into high-tech agriculture and education to drive positive global change.

We're proud of the many awards recognizing our innovations, business growth & workplace culture. At our state-of-the-art ViTrox Campus, we're growing our team of talented visionaries.

What can I earn as a Supplier Quality Engineer