Position: Supplier Quality Engineer (SQE) – Supplier Audits | PPAP/APQP | 8D | Electronics & Manufacturing

Industry: Manufacturing

Working Duration: 12 Months Contract

Working Location: Puchong Financial Corporate Centre, Puchong

Working Day/Hours: Monday – Friday, Office Hours; Hybrid

Availability: September 2026

Salary: Basic up to RM 10,000 (Based on experience + skills) + statutory contribution + leave entitlement + medical insurance

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Supplier Quality Engineer to manage supplier quality by qualifying suppliers, monitoring performance, conducting audits, and driving corrective actions to ensure consistent quality and compliance. The role provides Quality Engineering leadership for product quality, supplier quality, and continuous improvement initiatives. The successful candidate will be responsible for advanced quality planning, supplier qualification, audits, corrective actions, and compliance with quality systems and product requirements to drive customer satisfaction and operational excellence.

This role will work closely with internal teams and suppliers to support new product introduction (NPI), product transfers, manufacturing strategies, supplier approvals, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

Lead quality planning and problem-solving activities using PFMEA, PPAP, MSA (R&R), and process capability tools.
Qualify, assess, and audit suppliers to ensure compliance with quality standards.
Monitor supplier quality performance and drive corrective and continuous improvement actions.
Support NPI, product transfers, manufacturing strategies, and supplier approvals.
Analyze quality data, field returns, and audit results to identify improvement opportunities.
Manage deviations, waivers, CAPAs, ECNs, and PCNs to support business objectives.
Provide quality training, technical guidance, and leadership to internal teams and suppliers.
Lead quality initiatives, Lean projects, and compliance with ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and regulatory requirements.
Support project execution, milestone tracking, and cross-functional coordination.
Ensure compliance with company policies, safety, environmental, and quality standards.
Build effective cross-functional relationships and collaborate with internal stakeholders and suppliers.
Communicate clearly, share information effectively, and address challenges and conflicts constructively.
Drive productivity through process improvement, best practices, and waste reduction.
Support the successful execution of new initiatives and projects while adapting to evolving priorities.
Demonstrate sound judgment, take ownership, and act decisively when addressing supplier and quality challenges.
Undertake domestic and regional travel when required to support supplier quality activities and audits.

Job Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related engineering field.
Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in Supplier Quality Engineering, Quality Engineering, supplier quality, or a related manufacturing/industrial environment.
Strong practical knowledge of APQP, PPAP, supplier audits, 8D problem-solving, and MSA methodologies.
Experience working with manufacturing suppliers and managing supplier quality performance.
Knowledge of electronic assemblies, PCB/PCBA, semiconductor and/or mechanical commodities.
Technical knowledge of mechanical and electronic components and commodity management.
Experience in quality planning, corrective actions, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement.
Strong understanding of quality systems and product requirements.
Effective English communication skills, both written and verbal.
Proficient in data analysis, reporting, and presentations.
Strong interpersonal and cross-functional communication skills.
Self-motivated team player with a positive and proactive attitude.
Willingness to undertake domestic and regional travel when required.

Nice to Have

Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification or equivalent continuous improvement experience.
Experience supporting NPI, product transfers, manufacturing strategy, or supplier approval activities.
Experience managing deviations, waivers, CAPAs, ECNs, and PCNs.
Experience with ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and relevant regulatory requirements.
Experience working with electronics, PCB/PCBA, semiconductor, industrial automation, or precision mechanical components.
Experience leading supplier quality improvement or Lean initiatives.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates are invited to submit their application via LinkedIn or email idhil.hashim@adecco.com and staffing@adecco.com. Please include "Supply Quality Engineer'' in the subject line.

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