Lead QA/QC Manager

Job Purpose

The Lead QA/QCManager is responsible for managing the day-to-day implementation of the  Quality Assurance and Quality ControlManagement System across semiconductor and advanced manufacturing EPCM projectsthroughout Singapore, Europe, the United States and Asia.

Reporting to theHead of QA/QC, the incumbent will lead project quality planning, engineeringquality reviews, construction quality, supplier quality surveillance,inspection programmes, FAT/SAT activities, commissioning quality and projecthandover. The role ensures that all engineering, procurement, construction andcommissioning activities comply with client specifications, internationalstandards and the Quality Management System.

The Lead QA/QCManager provides technical leadership across the Utility's five ProcessCritical Systems disciplines:

Ultra-Pure Water (UPW)

Wastewater Treatment (WWT)

Chemical & Slurry

Specialty Gas

Process Exhaust

Minimum Qualification Requirements

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Quality Management or a related discipline.

Lead Auditor certification (ISO 9001) is highly desirable.

ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) or equivalent certification is an advantage.

Experience

Minimum 10-12 years of QA/QC experience in EPC or EPCM organisations.

Minimum 5 years leading QA/QC teams on semiconductor or advanced manufacturing projects.

Demonstrated experience across engineering, procurement, construction and commissioning phases.

Proven experience supporting Base Build and Tool Hook-Up projects.

Strong understanding of quality requirements for all five Process Critical Systems disciplines.

Experience coordinating supplier inspections, FATs, SATs and client quality audits.

Experience managing multidisciplinary QA/QC teams across multiple projects.

KeyResponsibilities

A. ProjectQuality Leadership

Implement  Corporate Quality Management System across assigned projects.

Develop Project Quality Plans (PQPs) and Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs).

Establish project quality objectives and KPIs.

Ensure compliance with contractual quality requirements.

B. EngineeringQuality

Review engineering deliverables for compliance with specifications and standards.

Participate in design reviews, constructability reviews, HAZOPs and technical workshops.

Ensure quality requirements are incorporated into engineering documentation.

C. Procurement& Supplier Quality

Coordinate supplier qualification activities.

Conduct supplier audits and surveillance visits.

Witness Factory Acceptance Tests (FATs).

Monitor supplier quality performance and implement corrective actions.

D.Construction Quality

Lead site QA/QC inspections across all process utility disciplines.

Verify installation quality and workmanship.

Review welding records, NDT reports and material traceability.

Manage punch lists and mechanical completion activities.

E.Commissioning & Turnover

Support Site Acceptance Tests (SATs), pre-commissioning and commissioning activities.

Verify completion of quality documentation.

Coordinate turnover dossiers and as-built records.

Ensure successful project handover to clients.

F. QualityControl & Continuous Improvement

Manage NCRs, root cause analysis and CAPA implementation.

Monitor quality trends and performance metrics.

Identify opportunities for process improvement and standardisation.

Promote lessons learned across projects.

G. Leadership& Team Development

Supervise and mentor Senior QA/QC Engineers, Inspectors and QA personnel.

Conduct competency assessments and technical coaching.

Support recruitment and onboarding of QA/QC personnel.

Foster a culture of quality excellence and continuous learning.

H. Client& Stakeholder Management

Act as the primary project quality interface with clients and consultants.

Lead quality review meetings and audits.

Coordinate responses to client comments and quality concerns.

Maintain effective communication with Engineering, Procurement, Construction and Commissioning teams.

Key Competencies

Project Quality Management

Semiconductor EPCM Quality

Engineering Quality Assurance

Construction Quality Control

Supplier Quality Management

FAT & SAT Coordination

Mechanical Completion

Turnover Management

Root Cause Analysis

CAPA & NCR Management

Leadership & Team Development

Client Relationship Management

Digital Quality Systems

Continuous Improvement

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Project Quality Performance

First-Time Quality (FTQ)

NCR Closure Time

Rework Rate

FAT/SAT Pass Rate

Mechanical Completion Readiness

Supplier Quality Performance

Client Audit Results

Project Turnover Readiness

Team Competency Development

Customer Satisfaction

Continuous Improvement Initiatives

Working Relationships

Internal

Head of QA/QC

Engineering Managers

Project Managers

Construction Managers

Procurement Team

Commissioning Team

HSE Team

Logistics & Expediting Team

External

Clients

Suppliers

Equipment Manufacturers

Inspection Agencies

Certification Bodies

Third-Party Inspectors