Director, Quality Assurance Engineering (HDD Manufacturing)

Location: Kuching, Sarawak, Malaysia; frequent travel is required.

Company

hirify.global builds large-scale storage systems and infrastructure for AI-driven data, hyperscale data centers, cloud platforms, and enterprise infrastructure.

What you will do

• Develop and implement a Quality Engineering strategy integrating quality assurance and manufacturing process control.
• Define quality objectives, metrics, and KPIs aligned with business and operational goals.
• Serve on leadership reviews covering product integrity, process improvement, manufacturing efficiency, change management, and customer satisfaction.
• Act as Management Representative for the ISO 9001 Quality Management System and an employer representative on EHS committees.
• Control, investigate, and dispose of excursions and non-conforming lots through Material Review Board and 8D reviews.
• Lead product quality across Johor and Sarawak substrate operations while coordinating with Manufacturing, Engineering, and Product Development.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Applied Sciences, or an equivalent or related field.
• At least 10 years of experience in Quality Assurance, Quality Engineering, or Operations-related roles, including at least 5 years in a leadership capacity.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams and managing improvement projects from concept through implementation.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with a data-driven, quality-focused mindset.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Experience coaching and developing team members to improve technical capability and performance.
• Frequent travel is required.

Nice to have

• Strong background in Hard Disk Drive manufacturing or related precision electronics assembly or disk media production.
• Experience with substrate operations, coating processes, or thin-film technologies.
• Experience implementing automated quality systems, data analytics, and digital quality solutions.

Culture & Benefits

• Work in a global manufacturing and engineering environment focused on storage infrastructure for AI-driven data.
• Collaborate across Manufacturing, Engineering, Product Development, and quality operations.
• Participate in an inclusive workplace that values diversity, belonging, respect, and contribution.
• Accommodation support is available for applicants with disabilities during the hiring process.