Main Roles and Responsibilities: 1.Quality Planning: Develop and implement quality plans for new products, setting inspection processes and acceptance criteria. 2.Prototype Evaluation: Conduct inspections and tests on prototypes, providing feedback to improve product design and functionality. 3.Establishing Standards: Define and document quality standards for new products to align with overall development strategies. 4.Supplier Quality Assurance: Assess and qualify suppliers, ensuring consistent material quality and resolving any quality issues. 5.Pilot Production Oversight: Monitor pilot runs to address quality concerns before mass production, collaborating with production teams to make necessary adjustments. 6.Customer Feedback Integration: Analyze customer feedback on new products to refine quality standards and enhance future products. 7.Continuous Improvement: Foster a culture of continuous improvement, encouraging team input on quality processes during the NPI phase.

Educational Background: 1 Bachelor’s degree in Electronic or Mechanical Engineering, Quality Assurance, Manufacturing, or related field. 2 Advanced degrees or certifications in Quality Management (Six Sigma, ISO 9001, CQE) are a plus. Experience: 3 3-5 years of experience in quality control within a manufacturing environment. 4 Proven experience in quality management during the NPI phase, including product testing and validation. 5 Familiarity with industry-relevant manufacturing processes like machining, assembly, and electronics. Skills: 6 Technical Expertise: Proficient in quality inspection techniques, statistical process control, and root cause analysis. 7 Regulatory Knowledge: Knowledge of industry standards (e.g., ISO standards, GMP, FDA requirements). 8 Problem-Solving: Strong analytical skills to identify issues and develop effective solutions quickly. Leadership and Communication: 9 Supervisory Skills: Demonstrated team management capabilities, with a focus on motivating and developing team members. 10 Communication: Excellent verbal and written skills for effective interaction with cross-functional teams and external stakeholders. 11 Interpersonal Skills: Ability to build relationships with colleagues, suppliers, and customers to promote a quality-focused culture. Preferred Certifications (Optional but beneficial ) Six Sigma Green Belt/Black Belt, Certified Quality Engineer (CQE), or Certified Quality Auditor (CQA). Why Join Us? At Astera, you’ll be part of a team that drives innovation and quality excellence. If you’re passionate about quality control and thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, we want to hear from you! Apply Now! To apply, send your resume and cover letter through this platform. Join us in delivering top-quality lighting solutions to the world!