Quality Planner

About the Position

We are looking for a Quality Planner to join our team at AIXTRON's new manufacturing and engineering hub in Batu Kawan, Penang, Malaysia. This role is pivotal in ensuring the quality of our high-end systems and contributing to the engineering of the next generation of products.

Responsibilities

• Developing QM inspection plans, QM inspection instructions, and QM inspection procedures
• Defining quality requirements for supplier parts and, if necessary, for test equipment
• Developing First Sample Reports and defining inspection and acceptance criteria as well as submission levels (Defining the scope of sampling)
• Identifying and documenting nonconformities in parts procurement
• Assisting with process approvals and process audits at suppliers and service providers
• Conducting product approvals and sampling at suppliers and service providers
• Collaborating on the preparation and evaluation of quality assurance agreements
• Planning the content and schedule for the initial sampling of supplier parts in collaboration with the development department and purchasing
• Supporting supplier development programs and the implementation of preventive measures and methods
• Analyzing common sources of defects and product-related nonconformance incidents
• Supporting the purchasing department in supplier selection and evaluation
• Supporting and participating in improvement initiatives, projects, and FMEA analyses
• Assisting in the definition and creation of standards in collaboration with the development department
• Maintaining the key performance indicator systems specified by AIXTRON SE and creating custom metrics for analytical purposes

Requirements

• Extensive experience in a lean manufacturing environment
• Degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent qualification/experience
• Microsoft Office capable (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
• Experience in vacuum systems, pneumatics, gas systems, automation an advantage
• Knowledge of working with and processing quartz and graphite is desirable
• Several years of practical professional experience in the field of quality assurance
• Good knowledge of quality management methods (8D, SPC, QFD, Ishikawa, Pareto, etc.)
• Solid SAP skills in working with the logistics and QM modules
• Team-oriented mindset and a willingness to take on responsibility
• Analytical thinking, good teaching skills, and assertiveness
• Organizational skills and a friendly demeanor when interacting with customers, employees, and suppliers

Working Conditions

• Role based at AIXTRON Malaysia Sdn. Bhd.
• Majority of work at the Batu Kawan site.
• Occasional travel to Headquarters in Germany or other regional sites.

About the Company

AIXTRON is a technology and innovation-driven market leader in deposition equipment (MOCVD) for third-generation semiconductor materials such as GaN, SiC and GaAs-critical enablers for energy efficiency, data communications and AI infrastructure. Headquartered in Herzogenrath, Germany, we hold the #1 market position in each of the markets we serve and build some of the industry’s most sophisticated high-tech systems. What sets us apart is how we combine deep technology focus, customer orientation and speed of innovation with strong team spirit, agility and a collaborative company culture. Learn more at www.aixtron.com.

We Offer

• Competitive benefits
• Outstanding technical expertise
• Development opportunities and training
• A modern workplace with state-of-the-art office and amenities
• A collaborative environment focused on people's wellbeing