QA Manager

Focal Search Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading quality management firm in Singapore seeks a Quality Manager to oversee the Quality Management System (QMS) and ensure compliance with regulatory obligations. The successful candidate will lead quality-related projects, conduct internal and external audits, and enhance the culture of quality within the organization. Candidates should have at least five years of managerial experience in relevant industries, strong leadership capabilities, and familiarity with quality management practices. This is a significant opportunity to make a strategic impact in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years of relevant managerial experience in marine, aviation, or similar industries.
• Strong interpersonal and written communication abilities.
• Hands-on experience in developing quality management systems.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain the organization's Quality Management System.
• Lead quality-related projects and enhance quality culture.
• Conduct internal and external audits, ensuring compliance.

Skills

Managerial experience

Lean, Kaizen, 5S knowledge

Strong communication skills

Analytical thinking

Team leadership

Education

Degree in engineering or quality assurance

Qualified internal/lead auditor (ISO9001:2015)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Responsibilities

• The creation, upkeep, and ongoing enhancement of the organization's Quality Management System (QMS), maritime class approvals, and regulatory obligations.
• Arrange, plan, and take the initiative to spearhead quality-related projects and advance a culture of quality inside the business.
• Sustaining and enhancing quality performance to satisfy all Divisions or the sustained level.
• Complete all necessary internal and external audits and inspections as requested by clients or third parties.
• Creating, carrying out, and overseeing the audit and approval programme; reporting audit results; and making sure corrective measures are followed through on.
• Support the department in following up on root cause analysis and developing a suitable action plan to stop problems from happening again by giving the team the necessary training and direction as needed.
• Investigate incidents and write succinct investigative reports in compliance with legal requirements.
• Ensures that all pertinent regional colleagues are aware of their roles in supporting and maintaining Quality Assurance processes by communicating quality procedures to all assigned sites.
• Follows the audit calendar when managing technical, operational, health, safety, and environmental audits.
• Takes part in quality, non-conformance, and complaint investigations, making sure that conclusions are suitably documented, reported, and escalated. keeps track of and investigates supplier CAPA and improvement actions
• Participates in statistical studies that serve as the foundation for improvement recommendations.
• Informs top management and business executives about matters pertaining to compliance or that call for the development or enhancement of supplier quality.
• I nterpret complicated, copious, and occasionally contradicting data to solve issues in an efficient manner.
• Acquires others' confidence and trust by being genuine, honest, and moral.
• Creates and distributes multimodal messages that demonstrate a thorough comprehension of the particular requirements of various audiences.
• Is aware of the best and most efficient ways to complete tasks, with an emphasis on ongoing improvement.
• Considers and weighs the needs of various stakeholders.
• Makes strong claims to win people over and win their commitment.
• Uses and interprets important financial data to help with decision-making in business.
• Arranges and ranks tasks in order to fulfil obligations in line with objectives.
• Any ad hoc tasks or projects that are allocated.
• Employee education and training regarding the QMS and its associated procedures, quality concepts, instruments, and methods, among other things.
• Verify that all licences for products and services are controlled for both new applications and renewals at the Singapore site.
• Allocating funds and managing expenses for initiatives linked to the QMS; managing resources; providing training; paying for third-party audits and certifications; and paying for professional subscriptions.
• Efficiently executes quality protocols for every designated location, adhering to legal, regulatory, and best practices. keeps track of and documents the quality approvals, protocols, and accreditations for the designated locations.
• F unctions well even in uncertain situations or when it's unclear how to proceed
• Is aware of the best and most efficient ways to complete tasks, with an emphasis on ongoing improvement.
• Forms alliances and collaborates with others to achieve common goals

Job Requirements

• At least five years of relevant managerial experience in the marine, aviation, or similar industries are required, along with a degree in engineering or quality assurance, or an equivalent.
• Qualified internal/lead auditor according to ISO9001:2015.
• Passing the CAAS M10/L11/L12 Exam with distinction.
• It will be advantageous to be able to comprehend CMM, especially the illustrated part listing (IPL) and the special equipment and tooling listing.
• Ideally has prior experience communicating with OEMs to expand capabilities.
• Lean, Kaizen, and 5S certification or expertise; or familiarity with standard quality tools and practices.
• Familiarity with pertinent standards and the capacity to learn about the guidelines pertaining to the quality systems unique to the aviation, maritime, and military sectors;
• Hands‑on experience in developing, maintaining, and administering quality management systems.
• Understanding of the creation and real‑world application of Lean, CI, and other comparable methodologies in the context of engineering, manufacturing, and/or supply chains.
• Capable of inspiring and leading the team with demonstrated managerial abilities and strong leadership.
• Well organised, resourceful, meticulous, and a good team player.
• Able to use Microsoft Office products (such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook) and have a strong internet presence
• Strong interpersonal and written communication abilities.
• The capacity to organise, prioritise, and operate under pressure to meet deadlines while remaining flexible and adaptive to changing circumstances and demands.