Applied Materials Manufacturing Quality Engineer 

Singapore, Singapore 

805168365

Key Responsibilities

• Creates and monitors metrics to better understand discrepant material trends.

• Investigates data trends for actions and projects to reduce manufacturing generated discrepant material and scrap.

• Assign discrepant material reduction tasks and projects to personnel outside the Quality organization and track assignments to completion.

• Facilitate meetings to receive updates on tasks and projects.

• Provide training as necessary to Operations personnel.

• In a few cases, may need to develop and implement operational sequence and processes in the fabrication of parts, components, sub-assemblies, and final assemblies and lead manufacturing engineering related projects as required.

• Interfaces with other engineering functions to ensure new product has implemented changes which mitigate the risk of discrepant material being generated.

• Determines root cause analysis for issues that arise during assembly and/or test of systems; drives correction actions; provides failure analysis report as required.

• Uses lean six sigma methodology to drive continuous improvement projects.

• Collaborate with Supplier Quality Engineers to minimize supplier caused Quality non-conformances

  • Quick engagement with Supplier Quality Engineers to manage responsiveness of suppliers to Mfg. issues with a focus on keeping manufacturing operational.

  • Engagement on stock purges or containments in manufacturing while working with the Manufacturing Engineers to assess the product and prevent a line down

  • Follow up with Supplier Quality Engineers and keep Manufacturing abreast of progress

• Evaluates work methods, procedures, and policies. Develops and maintains new business processes; edits as necessary to ensure current practices are documented.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Science or other relevant qualifications.

• At least 3 years of quality engineering experiences preferably in manufacturing or semiconductor industry

• Professional qualifications in Quality will be an added advantage.

• Proficiency in quality analysis tools and statistical software (e.g., Minitab).

• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma principles (Green Belt preferred).

• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.

• Ability to work cross-functionally and manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment across different time zones.

Work Location

• Upper Changi