Supplier Quality Engineer

Robert Bosch Group; Seberang Perai; On-site; MYR 30,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a quality auditor to enhance supplier standards in the semiconductor sector. This role involves conducting VDA6.3 audits, driving process improvements, and supporting systematic problem-solving initiatives. The ideal candidate will bring over five years of experience in semiconductor manufacturing, with a strong background in quality management and effective communication skills. Join a forward-thinking company dedicated to innovation and quality, where your expertise will directly impact supplier performance and production efficiency.

Benefits

Annual Leave

Medical Leave

Qualifications

• 5+ years in semiconductor manufacturing, 2+ years in automotive sector.
• VDA 6.3 audit qualification; certification preferred.
• Effective communication to coach suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Conduct VDA6.3 process audits as a lead auditor.
• Drive gap analysis and follow-up on audit findings.
• Support internal audits and assist with 8D reports.

Skills

Supplier Quality Management

Problem Solving

Communication Skills

Error Proofing/Poka-Yoke

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Science or Engineering

Tools

ISO9001

IATF 16949

APQP

PPAP

FMEA

SPC

MSA

Job description

Company Description

Bosch has been present in Malaysia since 1923, represented by Robert Bosch Sdn Bhd. In Malaysia, Bosch is active in four business sectors: Mobility Solutions, Industrial Technology, Consumer Goods, and Energy and Building Technology. The company has three manufacturing sites and research and development offices in Penang, producing automotive electronics, power tools, and steering systems, with a fourth plant and a final testing centre for sensors and semiconductors upcoming. In 2020, Bosch Malaysia generated consolidated sales of RM 518.4 million (108.1 million euros), employing over 4,000 associates.

PgP5 Plant is Bosch Group’s newest expansion in Malaysia, serving as a semiconductor test site in Batu Kawan, Penang. Construction began in May 2021, with the first series of production scheduled for 2023. With growing demand for semiconductor components and the existing front-end production in Dresden, Germany, capacity expansion is necessary for the back-end testing phase. PgP5 will focus on final testing of components manufactured in Dresden and will also include R&D and training facilities.

Bosch in Malaysia is part of the Bosch Group, a leading global supplier of technology and services. The strategic objective of Bosch is to deliver innovations for a connected life, improving quality of life worldwide through innovative products and services. Bosch’s mission is to create technology that is “Invented for life”.

Job Description

Position Overview

• Perform audits at suppliers of electronic components in Asia/Pacific to enhance quality within BBM mobility company
• Support systematic problem solving onsite at electronic component suppliers in Asia/Pacific

Roles and Responsibilities

1. Conduct VDA6.3 process audits as a lead auditor or support in supplier qualification according to ISO9001:2015 / IATF 16949
2. Drive gap analysis and follow-up on countermeasures based on audit findings or supplier evaluations
3. Support solutions to improve supply chain based on supplier audits or evaluations
4. Assist supplier enabling and improvement programs to enhance quality and production efficiency
5. Support systematic problem solving (including 8D process, 5 Why) for quality or supply issues at suppliers
6. Assist with physical analysis processes at suppliers
7. Support internal audits at PgP5
8. Assist PgP5/QMM in preparing 8D reports for customers
9. Perform additional tasks as directed by the immediate supervisor

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Science, Electronic Engineering, Physics, or similar field
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a semiconductor manufacturing environment, with at least 2 years in automotive sector
• VDA 6.3 process audit qualification; VDA6.3 auditor certification preferred
• Experience in supplier quality management or manufacturing process management, with problem-solving and Error proof/Poka-Yoke skills
• Basic knowledge of ISO9001/IATF 16949; familiar with APQP, PPAP, FMEA, SPC, and MSA
• Effective communication skills to articulate defects and risks, and to coach suppliers for corrective actions
• Advanced knowledge of wafer fab, assembly, and test processes
• Proficiency in English; proficiency in German and Mandarin is an advantage

Additional Information

• Leave entitlements such as annual leave, medical leave, etc.