Principal Supplier Quality Engineer

Introduction

Responsibility

• Implement business rules for Contract Manufacturer/sub-tier suppliers with respect to quality requirements.  These shall include but are not limited to:  IQC (raw materials & components), vendor management, work in process and finished goods QA requirements, implementation of validation testing requirements (for product and process), and implementation of reliability testing protocols.

• Define and manage process and product validation protocol to support production at Contract Manufacturer/sub-tier suppliers. 

• Ensures Contract Manufacturer/sub-tier suppliers meet quality standards (specifications) by drive CM fully implement PPAP, APQP, Quality Plan and PFMEA process.

• Monitor’s quality in the field. Analysis of defect products inclusive of leading indicators that suggest improvement or degradation of product quality. Drive quality problem / manufacturing problem / facilities problem solution if it is necessary and follow bug system and action plan.

• Collaborates with Design by Quality and Contract Manufacturer/sub-tier suppliers/sub-tier suppliers to enhance product quality standards. Provide regular feedback to Corporate QA for key DFM opportunities /continuous improvement as per Contract Manufacturer/sub-tier suppliers process capability review.

• Periodical verification on all aspects of production line testing, inspection, measurement to make sure the MSA effectiveness. Periodical process audit to make sure specification, requirements and QCP are fully implemented.

• Applies Lean Manufacturing techniques (5S, Kan ban /pull, Set-up reduction, TPM, flow manufacturing, poke yoke error proofing, SPC) and process management skills to identify and implement continuous improvement activities within the facility.

• Interface with management in overseas, and work closely with inter-department colleagues, customers, and vendors on all quality related issues.

• Follow SCAR process to drive supplier implement 8D and 5 why for any significant quality issues to contribute the reduction of filed product return.

• Weekly and monthly report supplier quality performance by submit data and statistics including yield , PPM,  Cpk , ORT, BBT, top issues to drive CMs for continuous improvement.
• Work with relevant parties to make sure timely quality deliverables (QCP, CM process qualification, PLTS support, RGT support, etc.) for new programs.

• Degree in Mechanical/Electronics/Electrical Engineering or its equivalent with qualification in quality management.

• Minimum 3 years work experience in sizable multinational EMS or Automotive or Medical Equipment Manufacturing.  5 years’ work experience for quality engineer.

• Well versed with multinational corporation culture preferable.

• Good working knowledge in system/process control, reliability engineering, Aggressive for best quality.

• Thorough knowledge in ISO systems, TQM, LEAN, Six Sigma, quality systems requirements, compliance and quality certifications.

• Proactive problem-solving attitude, responsible and able to work under pressure.

• Strong communication skills, Problem-solving skills.

• Understand ESD 20.20 system and RoHS regulations.

• Can master some quality tools such as X-bar R chart to monitor key process in manufacturing field.

• Be familiar with Plastic injection process. 

• Speaking English is a must.