Supplier Quality Development Engineer

Ichor Systems, Inc.; Shah Alam; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

AWS

Quarterly bonus

Employee stock purchase plan

Medical, dental, optical benefits

Shift allowance

Job summary

Ichor Systems, Inc. is seeking a Supplier Quality Development Engineer in Malaysia to strengthen supplier manufacturing capabilities, quality, and throughput. You will work directly with suppliers to improve CNC milling and turning processes and resolve complex issues.

You will lead audits, root-cause investigations, and corrective actions, while supporting new product introductions and capacity ramp-up with cross-functional teams globally.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• 5–7 years of experience in manufacturing engineering, process engineering, supplier development, supplier quality, or a related field.
• Strong hands-on experience with precision machining, particularly CNC milling and turning processes.
• Good understanding of machining process controls, tooling, fixtures, inspection methods, engineering drawings, and GD&T.

Responsibilities

• Develop supplier manufacturing capabilities by assessing processes, equipment, tooling, inspection methods, and overall process maturity.
• Drive supplier improvement initiatives to strengthen quality, yield, throughput, delivery, and manufacturing performance.
• Troubleshoot complex manufacturing and quality issues directly with suppliers through hands-on problem solving and root cause analysis.
• Lead corrective action activities using tools such as 8D, DMAIC, FMEA, and statistical analysis to prevent recurring issues.
• Conduct supplier process audits and readiness assessments covering manufacturing processes, process controls, equipment, workforce capability, and quality systems.
• Evaluate CNC milling and turning capabilities, including machining processes, tooling, fixtures, process controls, inspection methods, drawings, and GD&T requirements.
• Support supplier selection and new product introduction activities by evaluating technical capability and manufacturing readiness.
• Drive process validation and qualification activities, including PPAP, FAI, and other supplier quality requirements.
• Partner with internal teams and suppliers to identify manufacturing risks, develop mitigation plans, and support capacity ramp-up.

Skills

CNC milling

CNC turning

Root cause analysis

Supplier development

Process improvement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Job description

We are looking for a Supplier Quality Development Engineer to join our Supplier Quality / Engineering team in Malaysia and help strengthen the manufacturing capability, quality, and operational performance of our strategic suppliers.

In this role, you will work closely with suppliers to improve CNC machining processes, solve manufacturing and quality issues, assess supplier readiness, and support new product introductions. You’ll be hands-on with supplier development, process audits, root cause investigations, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities:

• Develop supplier manufacturing capabilities by assessing processes, equipment, tooling, inspection methods, and overall process maturity
• Drive supplier improvement initiatives to strengthen quality, yield, throughput, delivery, and manufacturing performance
• Troubleshoot complex manufacturing and quality issues directly with suppliers through hands-on problem solving and root cause analysis
• Lead corrective action activities using tools such as 8D, DMAIC, FMEA, and statistical analysis to prevent recurring issues
• Conduct supplier process audits and readiness assessments covering manufacturing processes, process controls, equipment, workforce capability, and quality systems
• Evaluate CNC milling and turning capabilities, including machining processes, tooling, fixtures, process controls, inspection methods, drawings, and GD&T requirements
• Support supplier selection and new product introduction activities by evaluating technical capability and manufacturing readiness
• Drive process validation and qualification activities, including PPAP, FAI, and other supplier quality requirements
• Partner with internal teams and suppliers to identify manufacturing risks, develop mitigation plans, and support capacity ramp-up

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical discipline
• 5–7 years of experience in manufacturing engineering, process engineering, supplier development, supplier quality, or a related field
• Strong hands-on experience with precision machining, particularly CNC milling and turning processes
• Good understanding of machining process controls, tooling, fixtures, inspection methods, engineering drawings, and GD&T
• Experience conducting supplier audits, manufacturing readiness assessments, process validation, and continuous improvement activities
• Strong capability in root cause analysis, problem solving, and corrective action management
• Ability to work independently, influence suppliers, and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams
• Willingness to travel globally approximately 25–50%, including regular visits to supplier facilities

Preferred Qualification

• Lean Manufacturing certification.
• Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification.
• Experience in semiconductor, precision machining, or high-tech manufacturing environments.
• Working knowledge of APQP, PPAP, FMEA, Control Plans, MSA, and SPC.
• Experience supporting supplier development or manufacturing ramp-up activities in a global organization.

Why Join Ichor?

• Competitive Rewards & Benefits – AWS, quarterly variable bonus, employee stock purchase plan, medical, dental, optical benefits, and shift allowance where applicable
• Be Part of the Semiconductor Industry – Support advanced semiconductor manufacturing through innovative products, precision manufacturing and critical technologies
• Learning & Development – Build your skills through hands‑on experience, on‑the‑job learning, training and company support to pursue further education and professional certification
• Career Opportunities – Take on new challenges and build your career with a global organization that recognizes and rewards your contributions.
• People & Culture – Be part of an inclusive workplace that values innovation, collaboration, operational excellence, honesty, reliability and employee wellbeing