Quality Assurance Engineer (System Integration)

VDL ENABLING TECHNOLOGIES GROUP (SINGAPORE) PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in Singapore is seeking a Quality Assurance Manager to lead and improve manufacturing processes. Key responsibilities include monitoring production quality, leading a team of inspectors, and ensuring compliance with quality standards. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience in quality assurance, with a strong focus on statistical analysis and quality improvement methodologies like Six Sigma. This role offers an opportunity for strategic leadership and development within a dynamic team.

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in Quality Assurance function, at least 3 years as a quality leader.
• Strong knowledge and practice in 8D, SPC, MSA, FMEA, QFD, 6-sigma methodology.
• Certified Black Belt or Green Belt preferred.

Responsibilities

• To monitor and control the production process for quality defects.
• Lead a team of inspectors and supervisors in quality assurance.
• Provide leadership and consulting advice in quality matters.

Skills

Quality Assurance

Statistical Knowledge

Leadership

Effective Communication

Education

Bachelor in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, Chemical) or Material Science

Tools

6-sigma methodology

8D

SPC

FMEA

Job description

Purpose

Ensuring that the manufacturing and engineering processes adhere to quality standards and regulations.

Key Area of Responsibilities

• To monitor and control the production process, ensuring that any defects or deviations are detected and corrected early.
• To inspect the finished product to ensure it meets all quality specifications and standards.
• Responsible for manufacturing quality assurance including in-process quality, semi-finished product quality, and outgoing product quality.
• Lead a team of inspectors and supervisors to ensure incoming materials met internal and customer specifications and requirements.
• Drive incoming quality assurance process improvement in efficiency and effectiveness.
• Owner of Non-Conformities and Error Management Systems. Collaborate with Headquarters for any system upgrade or changes.
• Responsible for non-conforming materials disposition and Material Review Board (MRB)/Corrective Action Board (CAB) and drive robust corrective and preventive actions.
• Drive robust manufacturing system and process quality to meet internal and customer requirements and expectations.
• Perform analysis on non-conforming quality incidents and internal errors and provide recommendations to meet internal and customer requirements and expectations.
• Support Customer Quality to investigate customer product complaints.
• Be responsible for manufacturing quality KPIs and reporting to senior management.
• Lead a team of engineers to drive NPI and First Article quality requirements and system.
• Provide leadership and consulting advice in quality matters.
• Plan and lead manufacturing process audit to drive root cause analysis for outgoing inspection lapses.
• Lead, train, develop, and coach Quality team members. Manage performance evaluation and strengthen the organization.

Qualification & Experiences

• Bachelor in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, Chemical) or Material Science.
• 5 years of experience in Quality Assurance function, at least 3 years as a quality leader with supervisory experience in the manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge and practice in 8D, SPC, MSA, FMEA, QFD, 6-sigma methodology, PPAP, change management.
• Good understanding of First Article Inspection requirements and expectations.
• Strong in statistical knowledge and 6-sigma methodology. Certified Black Belt or Green Belt preferred.
• Strategic, creative and systemic thinking.
• Excellent leadership and effective communicator with all levels of associates and management.