Quality Control Engineer

Applied Materials South East Asia Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading materials engineering company in Singapore seeks a Quality Control Specialist to ensure product and manufacturing quality. You will oversee quality assurance processes, create control plans, and lead root cause analysis initiatives. The ideal candidate has in-depth knowledge of QA principles, proficiency in statistical methods, and familiarity with semiconductor fabrication operations. Strong problem-solving and communication skills are essential. This role offers a chance to impact quality standards significantly.

Qualifications

• In-depth knowledge of QC/QA principles, tools, and methodologies.
• Proficiency in using analysis software and measurement tools.
• Familiarity with reputable industry regulations and quality management systems.

Responsibilities

• Ensure product specifications are met through inspections.
• Oversee manufacturing processes for quality standards.
• Create and maintain quality control documentation.
• Conduct statistical analysis of quality data.
• Lead root cause analysis and implement corrective actions.

Skills

Quality control principles

Statistical analysis

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Tools

Measurement tools

Analysis software

Job description

About Us

Applied Materials is an innovation‑driven company. We are the leader in materials engineering solutions used to produce virtually every new chip and advanced display in the world. Our ability to identify emerging technologies that can complement and leverage Applied’s materials engineering expertise is critical to the company’s continued growth.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure product entering operations or inventory meets all design requirements by confirming dimensional characteristics, visual/cosmetic attributes, functional operation and supporting documentation review.

• Oversee manufacturing processes to ensure adherence to quality standards and specifications. Compare measurement outputs against design requirements and determine pass/fail.

• Create and maintain quality control plans, procedures, checklists, inspection reports and other technical documents.

• Use statistical methods to analyze quality data, identify trends, and monitor process reliability.

• Lead root cause analysis for defects and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).

• Support and conduct basic manual (surface plate and visual) inspection of parts and packaging.

Functional Knowledge

• In‑depth knowledge of QC/QA principles, tools, and methodologies (SPC, Root Cause Analysis).

• Proficiency in using measurement tools, analysis software, and relevant software.

• Familiarity with relevant industry regulations and quality management systems (e.g., ISO 9001).

• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, communication, and organizational skills.

• Familiarity with semiconductor fabrication operations preferred.

Business Expertise

• Has knowledge of best practices and how own area integrates with others; is aware of the competition and the factors that differentiate them in the market.

Leadership

• Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience; may lead small projects with manageable risks and resource requirements.

Problem Solving

• Solves complex problems; takes a new perspective on existing solutions; exercises judgment based on the of multiple sources of information.

Impact

• Impacts a range of customer, operational, project or service activities within own team and other related teams; works within broad guidelines and policies.

Interpersonal Skills

• Explains difficult or sensitive information; works to build consensus.