SQM Engineer (Mechanical / Electronic)

Continental; Seberang Perai; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company in the automotive industry as a Supplier Quality Assurance professional. You will oversee supplier quality processes, ensuring adherence to IATF and VDA standards while fostering continuous improvement initiatives. This role requires extensive experience in quality management and offers an opportunity to contribute to innovative projects.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience focused on Supplier Quality Management.
• Basic knowledge of ISO 9001, VDA 6.3 & IATF 16949 audit methodologies.
• VDA 6.3 Certified Auditor or Six Sigma certification is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Ensure quality of supplied parts and services through audits and assessments.
• Track and analyze quality deviations and enforce root cause analysis.
• Collect and evaluate supplier quality KPIs and issue performance reports.

Skills

Problem-Solving

Analytical Abilities

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Mechanical or Electronic Engineering

Job description

Job Description

• Supplier Quality Assurance: Introduce and maintain measures to ensure the quality of supplied parts and services, and develop organizational skills and competencies.
• Continuous Improvement: Support improvement processes through internal audits, on-site assessments, benchmarking, and best practice sharing.
• Supplier Management: Track quality deviations, enforce root cause analysis, and implement countermeasures to meet quality requirements.
• Strategy Implementation: Implement preferred supplier and component strategies, lead supplier improvement programs, and align targets with business and quality goals.
• Data and KPI Management: Collect and evaluate supplier quality KPIs, issue performance reports, and track target fulfillment and quality-related costs.
• Compliance and Audits: Perform process audits, ensure compliance with IATF and VDA standards, and apply lessons learned.

Your Profile

• Minimum of 5 years of experience within the company, with a focus on Mechanical or Electronic engineering or equivalent.
• Experience in quality management / supplier quality management.
• Basic knowledge in audit methodology such as ISO 9001, VDA 6.3 & IATF 16949.
• Knowledge in plastic raw part manufacturing processes (e.g., Injection Molding process) or semi-conductor is an added advantage.
• Strong technical skills in mechanical engineering, electronic engineering, problem-solving, and analytical abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to continuous learning and professional growth.
• VDA 6.3 Certified Auditor / Six Sigma certification will be an added advantage.

Our Offer

Ready to drive with Continental? Take the first step and fill in the online application.

About Us

Continental develops pioneering technologies and services for sustainable and connected mobility of people and their goods. Founded in 1871, the company offers safe, efficient, intelligent, and affordable solutions for vehicles, machines, traffic, and transportation. In 2021, Continental generated sales of €33.8 billion and employs over 190,000 people in 58 countries. On October 8, 2021, the company celebrated its 150th anniversary.

The ContiTech group develops environmentally friendly and intelligent products and systems for the automotive industry, railway engineering, mining, agriculture, and other key industries. Guided by the vision of “smart and sustainable solutions beyond rubber,” the group combines various materials with electronic components and services to open new business opportunities.

Legal Entity: Continental Automotive Components Malaysia Sdn. Bhd.