Job Overview
You'll be an integral part of a dynamic Quality Team. The team is united by a passion for products, and your role will be pivotal in enhancing and ensuring the quality of our offerings. As we gear up for exciting seasonal product launches, we're seeking a dedicated professional to join us on this journey.
Key Responsibilities
- Product Quality Assurance : Conduct thorough testing and validation to ensure new products meet both internal and market - accepted standards. This includes devising and executing comprehensive testing plans, analyzing results, and making data - driven decisions to uphold quality.
- Supplier Collaboration and Improvement : Work closely with suppliers to develop and implement corrective action plans in response to any quality issues. Proactively monitor supplier quality, identify potential risks in new and existing items, and take preemptive measures to mitigate them. This involves regular communication, site visits (when necessary), and performance evaluations.
- Cost - Effective Quality Management : Support cost - reduction and improvement initiatives by validating samples, negotiating with suppliers for better terms, and benchmarking our products against competitors. You'll assess the cost - quality trade - offs, seeking ways to optimize quality while keeping costs in check without compromising on standards.
- Inspection Report Management : Manage and approve pre - shipment inspection reports. Ensure that all inspections adhere to strict quality control measures, and any non - compliance issues are addressed promptly. Coordinate with inspection teams and suppliers to resolve discrepancies and ensure smooth product shipments.
- Process Enhancement : Propose and initiate changes to improve quality processes. Define and update standard operating procedures (SOPs) to streamline quality - related activities, enhance efficiency, and ensure consistency across the product lifecycle.
- Supplier Audits : Conduct technical audits at supplier factories. Identify areas for improvement, define corrective action plans, and develop roadmaps for continuous quality enhancement. These audits will cover aspects such as manufacturing processes, quality control systems, and compliance with regulations.
- Technical File Management : Liaise with vendors and third - party testing labs to complete and maintain technical files. Ensure that all product - related documentation, including test reports, specifications, and compliance certificates, is accurate, up - to - date, and readily accessible for internal and external audits.
- Complaint and Return Handling : Follow up with suppliers regarding customer complaints and product returns. Collaborate with relevant internal teams to investigate the root causes, implement corrective actions, and prevent recurrence. Use feedback from complaints and returns to drive overall quality improvement.
Requirements
Education : A degree in electrical (preferred) or mechanical engineering, or equivalent professional experience. A strong understanding of engineering principles, especially as they relate to product design, manufacturing, and quality control, is essential.Industry Experience : Experience in the home appliance industry is highly desirable, particularly within e - commerce and retail environments. Familiarity with the unique challenges and requirements of these industries, such as fast - paced product cycles, customer - centric quality expectations, and online sales dynamics, is a plus.Professional Experience : A minimum of 5 years of professional experience, preferably across different functions like quality management, operations, R&D, or sourcing. This diverse experience will enable you to understand the broader business context and contribute effectively to cross - functional quality initiatives.Quality Management Background : An extensive background in quality management, with a proven track record of maintaining high - quality standards. You should be well - versed in quality control methodologies, quality assurance frameworks, and continuous improvement principles.Testing Experience : Experience in sample testing of electronic / electric items. Knowledge of relevant testing standards, procedures, and equipment used in the home appliance industry is crucial for ensuring product safety and performance.Cost - Reduction Skills : Proficiency in driving cost - reduction initiatives and implementing effective strategies. This includes skills in supplier negotiation, value - engineering, and process optimization to achieve cost savings without sacrificing quality.Work Approach : A hands - on and proactive approach, with a strong sense of ownership over quality outcomes. You should be able to take initiative, solve problems independently, and drive quality improvements across the organization.Travel Requirement : Willingness to travel frequently to the Chinese mainland for supplier visits. This travel is necessary to conduct audits, build relationships with suppliers, and ensure on - site quality control.Language Skills : Excellent command of the English language, with exceptional communication skills. Clear and effective communication is essential for collaborating with internal teams, suppliers, and third - party partners across different regions.Experience in SDA or large consumer electronic product is a must.Click "Apply Now" to apply for this position or call Tina Xu at +852 3180 4951 for a confidential discussion. All information collected will be kept in strict confidence and will be used for recruitment purpose only.