Supplier Quality Engineer

Ichor Systems, Inc.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly variable bonus

Employee stock purchase plan

Medical, dental, optical benefits

Shift allowance where applicable

Job summary

Ichor Systems, Inc. is seeking a Supplier Quality Engineer to drive supplier quality performance across the supply chain in a Singapore production environment.

The role focuses on effective qualifications, performance management, and corrective actions to ensure suppliers meet requirements. You will own defect metrics, lead root-cause investigations, and coordinate with SCM, Engineering, and Operations during new product introductions and production runs.

Qualifications

• BS in Engineering or related technical field.
• 5–8+ years in Supplier Quality or Manufacturing Quality.
• Experience in QMS audit assessments or qualified lead auditor certification.
• Quality management systems such as ISO9001 or equivalent PPAP / FAI.
• Root Cause Analysis (8D, 5-Why, Fishbone).
• Supplier audits and performance management.
• Strong communication and cross-functional coordination skills.
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Own supplier quality performance metrics (DPPM, NCRs, SCARs).
• Drive investigation, containment, root cause, and corrective actions for supplier nonconformances.
• Verify effectiveness of corrective actions and prevent recurrence.
• Monitor and communicate supplier performance metrics internally.
• Support and participate in supplier audits.
• Coordinate with SCM, Engineering, and Operations during NPI and production.
• Maintain qualification trackers and supplier quality documentation.
• Support implementation of quality systems, process controls, and CAPA processes.
• Collaborate with suppliers on process improvements and quality control enhancements.
• Provide technical guidance and training to suppliers on quality requirements.
• Escalate supplier risks and issues appropriately.

Skills

Quality assurance

Root cause analysis

Supplier quality

Cross-functional coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Job description

This role is responsible for supplier quality performance, part qualification, and issue resolution across the supply chain. The SQE ensures suppliers consistently meet requirements through effective qualifications, performance management, and corrective action execution a production environment.

Responsibilities

• Own supplier quality performance (DPPM, NCRs, SCARs)
• Drive investigation, containment, root cause, and corrective actions for supplier nonconformances
• Verify effectiveness of corrective actions and prevent recurrence
• Monitor and communicate supplier performance metrics internally
• Support and participate in supplier audits
• Coordinate with SCM, Engineering, and Operations to ensure alignment during NPI and production
• Maintain qualification trackers and supplier quality documentation
• Support implementation of quality systems, process controls, and CAPA processes
• Collaborate with suppliers on process improvements and quality control enhancements.
• Provide technical guidance and training to suppliers on quality requirements.
• Escalate supplier risks and issues appropriately

Requirements

• BS in Engineering or related technical field (or equivalent experience)
• 5–8+ years in Supplier Quality or Manufacturing Quality
• Experience in QMS audit assessments or qualified lead auditor certification
• Quality management systems such as ISO9001 or equivalent PPAP / FAI
• Root Cause Analysis (8D, 5-Why, Fishbone)
• Supplier audits and performance management
• Strong communication and cross-functional coordination skills
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills
• Experience in machining, fabrication, or electro-mechanical manufacturing preferred
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability and willingness to travel up to 30% of the time,

Why Join Ichor?

• Competitive Rewards & Benefits – AWS, quarterly variable bonus, employee stock purchase plan, medical, dental, optical benefits, and shift allowance where applicable.
• Be Part of the Semiconductor Industry – Support advanced semiconductor manufacturing through innovative products, precision manufacturing and critical technologies.
• Learning & Development – Build your skills through hands-on experience, on-the-job learning, training and company support to pursue further education and professional certification.
• Career Opportunities – Take on new challenges and build your career with a global organization that recognises and rewards your contributions.
• People & Culture – Be part of an inclusive workplace that values innovation, collaboration, operational excellence, honesty, reliability and employee wellbeing.