Supplier Quality Team Leader

Join Our Team

At Cohu Malaysia, we are committed to driving innovation and excellence in the semiconductor industry. Our mission is to create a dynamic and inclusive work environment where every team member feels a sense of belonging and has the opportunity to make a meaningful impact. By joining us, you will be part of a collaborative and forward-thinking workforce dedicated to shaping the future of technology.

Unleash your Potential

We are looking for a Supplier Quality Team Leader to join our team. In this role, you will contribute to driving supplier quality excellence, leading supplier improvement initiatives, and ensuring robust problem ‑ solving and quality compliance across the supply base.

Impact You Will Make

• Lead, guide, and prioritize daily activities of Supplier Quality Engineers to ensure consistent execution of supplier quality processes.
• Drive a “Zero Defects” mindset across the supply base and within the Supplier Quality team.
• Review and validate supplier quality issues, non ‑ conformances, and defect trends; ensure appropriate containment, root cause analysis, and corrective actions are implemented.
• Lead and oversee supplier problem ‑ solving activities using structured methodologies (8D, 5 Why, 3x5 Why), ensuring timely and effective closure.
• Coordinate supplier audits, evaluations, and follow ‑ up actions; ensure audit findings are tracked and closed with evidence.
• Monitor supplier quality performance metrics (DPPM, audit scores, CAPA closure, delivery quality) and drive improvement actions through regular supplier reviews.
• Work closely with Supply Chain Management to ensure supplier performance is reviewed, risks are identified, and escalation is applied where necessary.
• Support qualification of new suppliers and materials in alignment with supplier qualification processes.
• Prepare and review supplier quality reports, presentations, and improvement plans for management review.
• Ensure compliance with Quality Management System (ISO 9001) requirements in all supplier quality activities.
• Coach and develop Supplier Quality Engineers through on ‑ the ‑ job guidance, technical support, and knowledge sharing.
• Maintain proactive communication with management, cross ‑ functional teams, and suppliers.
• Protect all intellectual property of the customer and company.
• Perform other ad ‑ hoc assignments according to business needs.

Our Ideal Candidate

• Preferably a Degree in Engineering or equivalent skill with minimum of 5 years of experience with projects or technical leadership exposure.
• Able to manage a high amount of data in a fast-paced and multicultural and cross-functional working environment.
• Proven track record in supplier improvement programs and driving sustainable corrective actions.
• Hands‑on experience leading supplier audits and resolving both technical and systemic quality issues.
• Familiarity with industrial processes such as machining, surface treatment, heat treatment, sheet metal fabrication, module assembly, and testing.

Skills/ Technical Requirements

• Strong technical knowledge in machining and assembly processes.
• Solid understanding of ISO 9001:2015 requirements and implementation.
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills (5 Why, 8D, Pareto, Fault Tree Analysis, DMAIC).
• Data driven mindset with ability to interpret and present quality performance metrics.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to engage suppliers and cross functional stakeholders.
• Proficient in MS Office applications.
• Knowledge of Automotive Core Tools (FMEA, SPC, MSA, PPAP, APQP) is an added advantage.
• Experience or working knowledge in Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies is preferred; Green Belt certification is an advantage.

Why Join Us?

At Cohu Malaysia, we offer a collaborative work environment that fosters growth, innovation, and a commitment to excellence. You'll have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology and make a significant impact on our products and processes.

We value our people and offer them

• Five-Day Work Week
• Flexible Working Arrangement
• Comprehensive Benefits
• Profit Sharing
• Continuous Learning
• Overseas Opportunities

Apply Today!

If you're ready to take your career to the next level and work with a team that's pushing the boundaries of technology, apply now to join Cohu Malaysia as a Supplier Quality Team Leader!