Senior Supplier Quality Engineer

Comet Technologies Malaysia; Seberang Perai; Hybrid; MYR 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in Penang is seeking a Senior Supplier Quality Engineer to manage supplier quality performance and drive supplier development. The role involves conducting audits, resolving non-conformance issues, and ensuring compliance with quality standards. The ideal candidate has 3-5 years of experience in supplier quality management, strong technical knowledge, and excellent communication skills. Join a dynamic team focused on innovative solutions in a global environment.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Profit sharing

Allowances for meals and transport

Comprehensive medical insurance

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in supplier quality management, preferably in a manufacturing or electronics environment.
• Strong technical knowledge of root cause analysis (RCCA/8D), copy-exact principles, and quality management systems.
• Detail-oriented and proactive mindset with a focus on problem-solving and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Manage supplier quality performance by conducting audits and resolving non-conformance issues.
• Drive supplier development by creating scorecards and delivering training on critical processes.
• Ensure compliance and documentation accuracy by maintaining SAP inspection plans and part records.
• Support new supplier qualification and serve as the primary contact for supplier-related corrective actions.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to align quality standards and mitigate supply chain risks.

Skills

Supplier quality management

Root cause analysis (RCCA/8D)

Proficiency in SAP

Data analysis tools

Excellent communication skills in English

Tools

Minitab

JMP

Job description

To complement our team, we are looking for a customer- and team-oriented individual for our Plasma Control Technologies division at the Penang site as a

Senior Supplier Quality Engineer

In the Plasma Control Technologies (PCT) division, we manufacture specialized components that are required for the precise control of plasma processes and are used in the production of memory chips or touch screens for sensors, smartphones or tablets.

What You Will Do

• Manage supplier quality performance by conducting audits, leading MRB activities, and resolving non-conformance issues through RCCA and 8D methodologies.
• Drive supplier development by creating scorecards, performing follow-up audits, and delivering training on critical processes like FAIR and POP.
• Ensure compliance and documentation accuracy by maintaining SAP inspection plans, Q-masks, and part records (ZMM02).
• Support new supplier qualification per Comet guidelines and serve as the primary point of contact for supplier-related corrective actions.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Production, Purchasing, and Engineering to align quality standards and mitigate supply chain risks.

What You Bring

• 3-5 years of experience in supplier quality management, preferably in a manufacturing or electronics environment.
• Strong technical knowledge of root cause analysis (RCCA/8D), copy-exact principles, and quality management systems.
• Proficiency in SAP (inspection plans, Q-masks) and data analysis tools (Minitab/JMP is a plus).
• Excellent communication skills in English, with the ability to train suppliers and lead cross-functional teams.
• Detail-oriented and proactive mindset with a focus on problem-solving and continuous improvement.

Why join us?

• Work on innovative solutions for global technical challenges
• Benefit from flexible working options and hybrid working
• Take part in Comet's success through profit sharing
• Work with international colleagues and grow as a team
• Enjoy our diverse educational and career opportunities
• Access a wide range of benefits including allowances for meals, transport, tolls, mobile, and car loan interest
• Benefit from Flexi Benefits for health checks, dental and optical care, plus comprehensive medical insurance coverage

We are curious about you and look forward to receiving your complete online application. For this vacancy, we only consider direct applications. Submissions from recruitment agencies will not be considered.

Comet Technologies Malaysia Sdn Bhd
PMT 761 Persiaran Cassia Selatan 3
Taman Perindustrian Batu Kawan
14110 Bandar Cassia
Penang, Malaysia
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