Supplier Quality Engineer: Elevate Supplier Excellence

Texas Instruments; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas Instruments in Malaysia is seeking a Supplier Quality Engineer to ensure externally sourced materials meet TI's quality standards. You will act as the primary quality liaison with the supply base and drive continuous improvement.

You will lead audits, analyze data, collaborate with Procurement, Manufacturing Engineering, and Design, and manage supplier quality incidents using 8D and 3x5-Why. Fresh graduates to 2 years' experience are welcome.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a mechanical/material discipline
• Fresh graduates and up to 2 years of working experience
• Experience in a Semiconductor Assembly & Test Manufacturing environment would be an added advantage

Responsibilities

• Develop, apply, revise, and maintain quality standards for incoming materials and components sourced from external suppliers and vendors
• Lead supplier qualification activities including initial audits, capability assessments, and approval processes for new or existing suppliers
• Review and analyze supplier quality data, inspection reports, and returned/rejected materials to identify trends and systemic issues
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Procurement, Manufacturing Engineering, and Design teams to evaluate supplier risk and drive supply chain quality improvements
• Manage supplier quality incidents using structured problem-solving methodologies (8D, 3x5-Why) ensuring effective root cause identification and implementation of corrective & preventive actions
• Prepare and maintain documentation for incoming inspection procedures, acceptance criteria, control plans, and quality agreements
• Support new product introduction activities by working with suppliers to validate process capability and meet design intent
• Conduct on-site supplier audits and process reviews; provide feedback and improvement guidance to suppliers

Skills

Supplier quality management

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Executive communication

Audits & compliance

Negotiation skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Material Engineering, Material Science or related technical discipline

Tools

JMP

Excel

Job description

Texas Instruments in Malaysia is seeking a Supplier Quality Engineer to ensure externally sourced materials meet TI's quality standards. You will act as the primary quality liaison with the supply base and drive continuous improvement.

You will lead audits, analyze data, collaborate with Procurement, Manufacturing Engineering, and Design, and manage supplier quality incidents using 8D and 3x5-Why. Fresh graduates to 2 years' experience are welcome.