Senior Supplier Quality Engineer

Jabil Circuit Sdn Bhd; Penang; On-site; MYR 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Jabil Circuit Sdn Bhd in Penang seeks a Supplier Quality Engineer to ensure the quality of materials and components for manufacturing operations, driving improvements and supplier compliance.

You will develop QA programs, conduct audits, investigate issues, and collaborate with Engineering, Purchasing, and Manufacturing on NPI and changes.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Engineering and 5–7 years experience with ISO/AS standards and quality tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering is required.
• 5–7 years of supplier quality experience in manufacturing (electronics preferred).
• Knowledge of ISO 9001, AS9100, IATF 16949 standards.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain supplier quality assurance programs and procedures.
• Conduct supplier audits, assessments, and qualifications to ensure compliance with quality standards and regulatory requirements.
• Investigate and resolve complex supplier quality issues including root cause analysis and CAPA.
• Monitor and analyze supplier performance metrics and drive continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Purchasing, and Manufacturing on NPI and design changes for supplier readiness.
• Review and approve supplier PPAP/FAI submissions and related quality documentation.
• Provide technical guidance to suppliers to improve quality systems and processes.
• Lead supplier development activities, including training and capability building.
• Prepare and present supplier quality reports and performance reviews to management.

Skills

Quality management systems

Audits & assessments

Root cause analysis

Problem solving

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or equivalent)

Tools

8D

FMEA

SPC

MSA

PPAP

APQP

Six Sigma

Lean Manufacturing

Job description

Job Summary**

Ensure the quality of supplied materials and components to support Jabil's manufacturing operations, driving continuous improvement and supplier compliance.

Job Responsibilities**

• Develop, implement, and maintain supplier quality assurance programs and procedures.
• Conduct supplier audits, assessments, and qualifications to ensure compliance with Jabil's quality standards, specifications, and regulatory requirements (e.g., ISO, AS9100, IATF16949).
• Investigate and resolve complex supplier quality issues, including root cause analysis, corrective and preventive actions (8D, SCAR), and effectiveness verification.
• Monitor and analyze supplier performance metrics (e.g., PPM, OTD, scrap rates) and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Purchasing, and Manufacturing teams on new product introduction (NPI) and design changes to ensure supplier readiness and quality.
• Review and approve supplier PPAP/FAI submissions and other quality documentation.
• Provide technical guidance and support to suppliers to improve their quality systems and processes.
• Lead supplier development activities, including training and capability building.
• Prepare and present supplier quality reports and performance reviews to management.

Job Qualifications**

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or equivalent).
• Minimum 5-7 years of experience in supplier quality engineering within a manufacturing environment, preferably electronics manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of quality management systems (ISO 9001, AS9100, IATF 16949).
• Proficiency in quality tools and methodologies (e.g., 8D, FMEA, SPC, MSA, PPAP, APQP, Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing).
• Proven experience conducting supplier audits and assessments.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making skills.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a cross-functional team.
• Proficiency in English, both written and spoken.
• Ability to travel to supplier sites as required.

Consumer Electronics Manufacturing More than 10,000 employees

Jabil is a global manufacturing company with over 140,000 employees across 100 locations in 25+ countries. While we’re not a household name, we make products for 300 of the world’s biggest brands in industries like healthcare, packaging, smartphones, automotive, and home appliances. At Jabil, we aim to make ANYTHING POSSIBLE and EVERYTHING BETTER. We leverage extensive market experience, technical and design capabilities, manufacturing expertise, and global supply chain insights to drive success for leading brands and create a positive impact for our people, communities, and the environment.

Jabil is a global manufacturing company with over 140,000 employees across 100 locations in 25+ countries. While we’re not a household name, we make products for 300 of the world’s biggest brands in industries like healthcare, packaging, smartphones, automotive, and home appliances. At Jabil, we aim to make ANYTHING POSSIBLE and EVERYTHING BETTER. We leverage extensive market experience, technical and design capabilities, manufacturing expertise, and global supply chain insights to drive success for leading brands and create a positive impact for our people, communities, and the environment.