Sr Supplier Quality Engineer

Posted 2 Months Ago
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Hiring Remotely in Penang, MYS
Remote
Senior level
Hardware
The Role
Ensure the quality and compliance of supplied materials and components for manufacturing operations. Responsibilities include developing supplier quality programs, conducting audits, resolving quality issues through root cause analysis and corrective actions, monitoring supplier metrics, supporting NPI, approving PPAP and FAI documentation, leading supplier development, and presenting performance reports. The role collaborates with engineering, purchasing, manufacturing, and suppliers while driving continuous improvement.
Summary Generated by Built In
At Jabil (NYSE: JBL), we are proud to be a trusted partner for the world's top brands, offering comprehensive engineering, supply chain, and manufacturing solutions. With 60 years of experience across industries and a vast network of over 100 sites worldwide, Jabil combines global reach with local expertise to deliver both scalable and customized solutions. Our commitment extends beyond business success as we strive to build sustainable processes that minimize environmental impact and foster vibrant and diverse communities around the globe.

 

Job Summary**
Ensure the quality of supplied materials and components to support Jabil's manufacturing operations, driving continuous improvement and supplier compliance.
Job Responsibilities**
* Develop, implement, and maintain supplier quality assurance programs and procedures.
* Conduct supplier audits, assessments, and qualifications to ensure compliance with Jabil's quality standards, specifications, and regulatory requirements (e.g., ISO, AS9100, IATF16949).
* Investigate and resolve complex supplier quality issues, including root cause analysis, corrective and preventive actions (8D, SCAR), and effectiveness verification.
* Monitor and analyze supplier performance metrics (e.g., PPM, OTD, scrap rates) and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
* Collaborate with Engineering, Purchasing, and Manufacturing teams on new product introduction (NPI) and design changes to ensure supplier readiness and quality.
* Review and approve supplier PPAP/FAI submissions and other quality documentation.
* Provide technical guidance and support to suppliers to improve their quality systems and processes.
* Lead supplier development activities, including training and capability building.
* Prepare and present supplier quality reports and performance reviews to management.
Job Qualifications**
* Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or equivalent).
* Minimum 5-7 years of experience in supplier quality engineering within a manufacturing environment, preferably electronics manufacturing.
* Strong knowledge of quality management systems (ISO 9001, AS9100, IATF 16949).
* Proficiency in quality tools and methodologies (e.g., 8D, FMEA, SPC, MSA, PPAP, APQP, Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing).
* Proven experience conducting supplier audits and assessments.
* Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making skills.
* Strong communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
* Ability to work independently and as part of a cross-functional team.
* Proficiency in English, both written and spoken.
* Ability to travel to supplier sites as required.

✅ Open-minded and willing to challenge existing processes
✅ Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
✅ Passion for digitalization, automation, AI, and data analytics
✅ Comfortable working with cross-functional teams
✅ Self-driven learner with a continuous improvement mentality
✅ Able to turn operational challenges into scalable digital solutions
✅ Basic understanding of quality systems, supplier quality, and manufacturing processes

 


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Jabil, including its subsidiaries, is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

 

Accessibility Accommodation  

If you are a qualified individual with a disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access Jabil.com/Careers site as a result of your disability. You can request a reasonable accommodation by sending an e-mail to [email protected] with the nature of your request and contact information. Please do not direct any other general employment related questions to this e-mail. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to.

 

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Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, such as Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or equivalent
  • Minimum 5–7 years of supplier quality engineering experience in a manufacturing environment
  • Experience in electronics manufacturing
  • Strong knowledge of ISO 9001, AS9100, and IATF 16949 quality management systems
  • Proficiency with 8D, FMEA, SPC, MSA, PPAP, APQP, Six Sigma, and Lean Manufacturing
  • Experience conducting supplier audits and assessments
  • Strong problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making skills
  • Strong communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills
  • Ability to work independently and in cross-functional teams
  • Proficiency in written and spoken English
  • Ability to travel to supplier sites as required
  • Basic understanding of quality systems, supplier quality, and manufacturing processes

Jabil Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Jabil and has not been reviewed or approved by Jabil.

  • Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is positioned as comprehensive, with medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, and HRA/HSA plan options appearing consistently across role materials. Wellbeing support is also included via EAP access and additional wellbeing-oriented time such as mental-health days in some U.S. postings.
  • Retirement Support — Retirement offerings include a 401(k) with company match and an Employee Stock Purchase Plan, which together strengthen long-term savings potential. Additional financial upside is supported in some roles through profit sharing and performance/quarterly bonus structures.
  • Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Wellbeing and lifestyle add-ons extend beyond core insurance, including tuition reimbursement, commuter benefits, pet insurance, adoption assistance, and employee assistance resources. Community-oriented benefits such as a paid Day of Service can add perceived non-cash value alongside standard rewards.

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The Company
HQ: St. Petersburg, FL
41,000 Employees
Year Founded: 1966

What We Do

Jabil is a product solutions company providing comprehensive design, manufacturing, supply chain and product management services.

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