Supplier Quality Engineer (Materials Supplier Quality Engineer)

【About the Role】
We are looking for a Supplier Quality Engineer to manage material and component quality from product development through mass production.
To work with suppliers and cross-functional teams to ensure supplier processed readiness, part quality, and compliance with Garmin’s requirements.

【Key Responsibilities】
▶ Manage supplier quality from development through mass production.
▶ Conduct supplier audits, process assessments, and part qualification.
▶ Drive root-cause analysis, corrective actions, and process improvements.
▶ Monitor supplier quality, yield, and process capability.
▶ Support NPI, pilot runs, and production ramp-up.

【Job Requirements】
▶ Education
Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical or Electronic Engineering, Materials Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Automation Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.

▶ Experience
At least 2 years of experience in supplier quality, manufacturing, process engineering, quality assurance, or a related role.
Experience in supplier audits, process reviews, quality investigations, or corrective actions.

【Material and Component Knowledge】
Knowledge or practical experience in one or more of the following areas:
▶Plastic parts, including injection molding and surface finishing
▶Metal parts, including machining, forging, stamping, and die casting
▶Electronic components
▶Display modules, including AMOLED, TFT, and LCM
▶Optical components and lenses
▶Mechanical assemblies and structural parts
▶Acoustic components

【Quality Systems and Tools】
▶Familiarity with ISO 9001 or equivalent quality systems.
▶Experience supporting supplier, process, or quality system audits.
▶Familiarity with 8D, 5 Why, Fishbone Diagram, and FMEA.
▶Experience with IATF 16949, VDA 6.3, or VDA 6.5 is preferred.

【English Skills】
▶TOEIC score of 700 or above.
▶Able to read and write basic technical documents and communicate with overseas teams and suppliers.

【Communication and Work Style】
▶Strong communication, coordination, and problem-solving skills.
▶Able to manage multiple priorities and drive timely resolution.
▶Willing to visit supplier sites when required.

【Preferred Qualifications】
▶Experience in NPI, part qualification, pilot runs, supplier development, or process audits.
▶Familiarity with APQP, PPAP, Control Plans, SPC, MSA, or Turtle Diagrams.
▶Experience with overseas suppliers or high-volume manufacturing.