Supplier Quality Engineer

Stratus Automation Sdn Bhd; Bayan Lepas; On-site; MYR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automation solutions provider in Malaysia is seeking a Supplier Quality Manager to enhance supplier quality processes. Responsibilities include supplier selection, quality assurance, and performance monitoring. Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field, relevant certifications, and a minimum of 4 years experience in supplier quality management. Strong communication skills, particularly in Mandarin, are highly desirable. This role is critical to fostering supplier relationships and ensuring compliance with industry standards.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in supplier quality management in metal processing, PCBA and SMT manufacturing.
• Good communication skills, especially proficiency in Mandarin is desirable.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and select suppliers based on quality standards.
• Implement quality assurance programs including audits and inspections.
• Track and evaluate supplier performance against metrics.

Skills

Quality Assurance

Supplier Relationship Management

Problem-solving

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., engineering, quality management)

Relevant certifications (e.g., ASQ Certified Quality Engineer, ISO 9001 auditor)

Tools

Quality analysis tools (e.g., 8D, SPC, CP)

Quality management systems (e.g., ISO 9001, ISO14001, ISO45001)

Job description

Stratus Automation Sdn Bhd is a prominent player in designing and supplying cost-effective cleanroom hybrid Automated Material Handling Systems (AMHS) and Automated Storage & Retrieval Systems (ASRS).

Stratus Automation has been dedicated to delivering cutting‑edge automation solutions that drive efficiency and innovation in the industry. We provide a complete turnkey AMHS mainly for semiconductor fabs, solar cells, medical industries as well as OEM suppliers for many world‑class semiconductor automation system integrators.

To learn more about our company and solution portfolios, please visithttps://stratusauto.com and on Linkedin.

What You Will Do

• Supplier Selection and Qualification: Help Supply Chain team to evaluate and select suppliers based on quality standards, capabilities, and regulatory compliance.
• Quality Assurance: Develop and implement quality assurance programs for suppliers, including audits, inspections and process controls.
• Performance Monitoring and Evaluation: Track and evaluate supplier performance against agreed‑upon metrics and standards.
• Corrective Action and Continuous Improvement: Identify and address quality issues with suppliers, implement corrective actions and drive continuous improvement.
• Communication and Collaboration: Maintain effective communication with suppliers, internal teams (sourcing, procurement, engineering, manufacturing), and regulatory bodies.
• Documentation and Reporting: Maintain accurate records of supplier audits, inspections, and corrective actions. Maintaining detailed records of supplier quality performance, documenting issues and resolutions, and preparing reports to track quality metrics.
• Compliance: Ensure compliance with industry standards, regulations, and company policies related to supplier quality.
• Supplier Development: Provide guidance and support to suppliers to improve their quality processes and performance.
• Supplier Audit Planning and Execution: Develop and execute audit plans to assess supplier compliance and identify areas for improvement.
• Supplier Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, fostering collaboration and trust.
• New Supplier Onboarding: Develop and implement processes for onboarding new suppliers, ensuring they meet company quality standards.
• Problem solve and bridge technical specification gap between internal engineering and supplier.

What You Will Bring

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., engineering, quality management), preferably mechanical or materials engineering background.
• Certifications: Relevant certifications (e.g., ASQ Certified Quality Engineer, ISO 9001 auditor) are a plus.
• Minimum 4 years of proven experience in supplier quality management, quality control and assurance in the field of metal processing and fabrication, PCBA and SMT manufacturing, polymer processing and machining industry.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills. Proficiency in additional languages (Mandarin) is highly desirable for cross‑regional supplier communication.
• Strong problem‑solving and analytical skills.
• Familiar with quality management systems (e.g., ISO 9001, ISO14001, ISO45001).
• Experience in supplier quality management, audits, and assessments.
• Proficiency in using quality analysis tools (e.g., 8D, SPC, CP).

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