Director -Quality Engineering

Role Summary

Lead regional quality strategy across Asia manufacturing sites to drive zero-defect performance, customer satisfaction, and high-reliability outcomes in the semiconductor industry.

Based in Singapore, this role partners closely with global Quality, Manufacturing, Product, Sales, and Supply Chain teams.

Leadership Expectations

• Customer-focused leadership with strong escalation management and VOC translation into measurable quality outcomes
• Data-driven decision making using statistical analysis, risk assessment, and structured problem-solving
• Strong accountability across multi-site and cross-functional teams
• Effective collaboration with Asia plants and North America stakeholders
• Drive innovation through standardized quality systems and continuous improvement
• Build and develop high-performing regional Quality Engineering teams

Key Responsibilities

• Define and execute Asia regional quality strategy aligned with global objectives
• Lead Quality Management Systems (QMS), audits, CAPA closure, qualification, and change management activities
• Act as primary quality interface for strategic customers and critical escalations
• Drive corrective/preventive actions using Six Sigma, 8D, RCA, FMEA, SPC, DOE, and statistical analysis
• Champion Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives
• Lead and mentor multi-site Quality Engineering teams across Asia

Required Experience & Skills

• Master degree in Engineering, Physics, or Materials Science
• Based in Singapore with frequent Asia travel required
• 12–15+ years in semiconductor quality, including 10+ years in senior leadership
• Strong expertise in semiconductor manufacturing:Front-end wafer fabrication and/or Back-end assembly, packaging, and test
• Deep knowledge of:8D, RCA, CAPA/SCARFMEA, SPC/SQC, DOE Six Sigma and statistical analysis
• Proven experience managing customer-facing quality issues, containment, and root cause resolution
• Strong cross-cultural leadership across Asia regions (Singapore, Malaysia, Taiwan, China, Korea, Japan)

JOB ID: GT/ENT0008

All Successful candidates can expect a very competitive remuneration package and a comprehensive range of benefits.

Kindly email your resume in a detailed Word format to [email protected]

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified

People Profilers Pte Ltd

20 Cecil Street, #08-09, Plus Building, Singapore 049705
Tel: 69509745
EA Licence Number: 02C4944
EA Registration Number: R1108448
EA Personnel: Tan Lili Gesse