A Manufacturing and Production Industry in Penang is seeking a Quality Control and Compliance Engineer to join their SMART Teams transformation.
This role offers the opportunity to work at the forefront of smart manufacturing, where your expertise will directly influence project success before execution begins. You will be immersed in real-world industrial automation projects, collaborating with engineering, project management, manufacturing, and business development teams. The organisation is committed to fostering professional growth and career advancement within a supportive environment that values knowledge sharing and teamwork. If you are passionate about quality improvement, compliance, and making a strategic impact on business outcomes, this position provides an exciting platform for you to develop into a key engineering role.
- Work closely with cross-functional teams to drive quality improvement initiatives and ensure compliance with industry standards, including ISO 9001:2015 requirements.
- Be part of a supportive workplace that encourages professional development, offering opportunities to grow into strategic roles with significant business impact.
- Engage in real industrial automation and smart manufacturing projects, contributing to the transformation of processes and products while advancing your technical skills.
What You'll Do
As a Quality Control and Compliance Engineer based in Penang, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the success of industrial automation projects from inception through completion. Your day-to-day responsibilities will involve developing robust inspection methods that underpin product reliability while working collaboratively with various departments to ensure seamless integration of quality standards. You will be instrumental in guiding QC personnel through training sessions that reinforce best practices. By managing calibration schedules for critical equipment and preparing detailed reports on inspections and audits, you will help maintain transparency and traceability across all operations. Your expertise in conducting root cause analyses will enable you to address non-conformities swiftly by implementing effective corrective actions. Through regular monitoring of performance indicators and participation in internal audits aligned with ISO 9001:2015 standards, you will contribute significantly to continuous improvement efforts. Success in this role requires a proactive approach to maintaining compliance documentation while supporting external certification processes—all within a collaborative environment dedicated to delivering excellence in smart manufacturing solutions.
- Develop and implement inspection methods, quality control processes, and quality assurance procedures to ensure product reliability, performance, and compliance with customer requirements.
- Perform parts inspection, machine buy-off inspections, and quality verification activities throughout all stages of project execution to maintain high standards.
- Provide training and guidance to quality control personnel so that inspection procedures are consistently followed across the team.
- Manage calibration schedules and records for inspection and measurement equipment, ensuring ongoing compliance with relevant quality requirements.
- Coordinate with project teams and stakeholders to align quality expectations with customer requirements during project delivery.
- Prepare comprehensive quality reports, inspection records, CAPA reports, 8D reports, technical documentation, and other materials related to quality assurance.
- Conduct root cause analysis for quality issues and non-conformities, implementing corrective and preventive actions to resolve problems effectively.
- Lead internal quality audits in accordance with ISO 9001:2015 requirements and support external certification audits as needed.
- Monitor key quality performance indicators and recommend continuous improvement initiatives to enhance both product and process quality.
- Maintain proper quality records, compliance documentation, and audit findings for traceability and regulatory compliance.
What You Bring
The ideal candidate for the Quality Control and Compliance Engineer position brings proven experience from roles focused on quality assurance or compliance within engineering environments. Your educational background equips you with foundational knowledge across mechanical or electrical disciplines relevant to industrial automation. With several years spent honing your skills in parts inspection or machine buy-off activities—particularly within sectors like semiconductor manufacturing or machine building—you have developed an acute awareness of what constitutes reliable product performance. Your familiarity with ISO 9001:2015 standards ensures you can confidently lead internal audits while supporting external certification efforts. You excel at preparing thorough technical reports using advanced methodologies such as CAPA or 8D analysis; your proficiency extends to operating precision measurement tools required for rigorous inspections. Beyond technical expertise, your interpersonal skills foster positive relationships across cross-functional teams—enabling clear communication when addressing complex challenges. Your systematic approach supports efficient root cause investigations while your organisational strengths allow you to manage competing demands without compromising on accuracy or compliance.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Automation Engineering or a related discipline is required for this position.
- Minimum five years of experience in Quality Assurance, Quality Control, Compliance or related engineering functions is essential for success.
- Basic understanding of industrial automation systems, machinery or manufacturing processes is necessary for effective performance.
- Experience in Parts QC Inspection as well as Machine QC Buy-Off activities will be highly valued.
- Knowledge of ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System requirements is mandatory for this role.
- Proven ability to conduct Internal and External Quality Audits is expected from candidates applying for this position.
- Familiarity with CAPA (Corrective Action Preventive Action), 8D Methodology, Root Cause Analysis techniques and technical report preparation is important.
- Competence in using inspection and measurement equipment such as Multimeters, Vernier Calipers, Micrometers or similar tools is required.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications including Excel, Word and PowerPoint is necessary for documentation purposes.
- Strong attention to detail combined with analytical skills enables identification of quality issues or compliance gaps effectively.
- Effective communication skills are vital for working professionally with customers, suppliers, auditors as well as internal teams.
- Self-motivation along with organisational abilities allows management of multiple priorities within a fast-paced environment.
What Sets This Company Apart
This organisation stands out as a premier provider of industrial automation solutions specialising in smart manufacturing technologies. Employees benefit from being part of an inclusive culture that prioritises professional development through ongoing learning opportunities tailored towards career advancement. The company’s commitment to knowledge sharing creates an environment where collaboration thrives—ensuring every team member feels supported as they tackle challenging projects together. By joining this team in Penang’s vibrant industrial hub, you gain access not only to cutting-edge technology but also the chance to make meaningful contributions that shape future innovations within the sector. The focus on strategic impact means your work directly influences business outcomes while providing ample room for personal growth within a nurturing workplace dedicated to excellence.
What's Next
If you are ready to take your career further by contributing your expertise in quality control and compliance within a supportive team environment—this is your opportunity!
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Agensi Pekerjaan Robert Walters Sdn Bhd
Business Registration Number : 729828-T
Licence Number : JTKSM 423C