Requirements
- Technical degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or equivalent
- 4+ years of experience in supplier quality or process engineering in consumer electronics, automotive, or robotics
- Fluent in Mandarin and English (written and spoken)
- Deep expertise in PPAP, APQP, and IATF 16949 or similar quality systems
- Proven track record of improving supplier quality and reducing defect rates
- Hands-on experience with injection molding, die casting, machining, and PCBA assembly processes
- Proficiency in statistical analysis tools (Minitab, JMP) and GD&T
- Experience with CMM programming and vision system setup for dimensional verification
- Strong understanding of Asian manufacturing culture and supplier management dynamics
- Ability to work independently and drive results without direct authority
- Experience with high-volume production (100K+ units/year) and scaling from NPI to mass production
- Excellent problem-solving skills with ability to think on your feet in production environments
- Comfort with remote work while maintaining strong collaboration with US-based team
- Valid passport and ability to travel frequently within Asia
- High level of maturity, ownership, and pride in your work
- Willingness to work across time zones and maintain flexible hours for critical issues
Nice to Have
- Knowledge of automation and Industry 4.0 implementation in Asian factories
- Additional Asian languages
Team
Structure: tight-knit and collaborative team
Additional Information
- Travel 50-70% of time to supplier facilities across Asia for hands-on problem solving
- Fluent in Mandarin and English (written and spoken) - additional Asian languages a plus
- Willingness to work across time zones and maintain flexible hours for critical issues
