Supplier Quality Engineer: Lead Audits & Improvements

NTS; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Annual Wage Supplement

Life & Medical Insurance

Training & education

18 days annual leave

Job summary

NTS Singapore seeks a Supplier Quality Engineer to ensure supplier compliance, capability and product quality across the supply base, with a strong focus on machining components. You will lead supplier qualification, audits and First Article Inspection activities for new product introductions and engineering changes.

Work closely with suppliers and internal teams to drive continuous improvement, reduce quality risks and uphold ISO 9001 requirements. Occasional travel may be required.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in manufacturing, with strong exposure to supplier quality management
• Hands-on experience in supplier audits, qualification processes, and corrective action management
• Strong knowledge of quality tools including SPC, FMEA, APQP, PPAP, and 8D problem solving
• Experience working with machining suppliers (e.g., CNC, fabrication, precision components) is highly preferred
• Solid understanding of engineering drawings, GD&T, and manufacturing processes

Responsibilities

• Lead supplier qualification, onboarding, and part approval processes including APQP, PPAP, and First Article Inspection (FAI)
• Conduct supplier audits (system, process, and product) and ensure timely closure of audit findings
• Drive supplier corrective actions (SCAR) using structured problem‑solving tools such as 8D and root cause analysis
• Monitor, analyze, and improve supplier quality performance through metrics, scorecards, and regular reviews
• Collaborate with suppliers to improve process capability, reduce defects, and enhance overall quality performance
• Maintain and ensure compliance with ISO 9001 Quality Management System requirements, including internal audits and documentation
• Partner with engineering, supply chain, and production teams to resolve quality issues and support NPI activities

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Independent work

Education

Diploma/ Degree in Mechanical/ Manufacturing Engineering

Tools

SPC

FMEA

APQP

PPAP

8D problem solving

Job description

NTS Singapore seeks a Supplier Quality Engineer to ensure supplier compliance, capability and product quality across the supply base, with a strong focus on machining components. You will lead supplier qualification, audits and First Article Inspection activities for new product introductions and engineering changes.

Work closely with suppliers and internal teams to drive continuous improvement, reduce quality risks and uphold ISO 9001 requirements. Occasional travel may be required.