Summary

Lidl & Kaufland Asia are hiring a Quality Consultant to join our quality assurance sports and kids team. The successful candidate will be responsible for below tasks,

Main Objectives:
• Liaise on issues and product requirements related to the 3rd party laboratory testing in Europe, Asia and USA of related product groups
• Support the Quality Assurance, Merchandising and Production Team on all product and quality requirements of related products.
• Provide support to the team

What you'll do
• Perform quality checks on product and packaging through sample inspections and report the findings
• Assist in the improvement of quality of samples at all stages of product development and the order
• Ability to evaluate samples and recommend appropriate modifications in design of construction
• QA Warehouse samples: Arrange samples to be sent to external warehouse or testing laboratory once evaluation completed, ensure samples organized on shelves or allotted area
• Carry out checks on artwork i.e. packaging\manuals\labelling
• Signed sample preparation and approval
• Laboratory test quotation review & confirm. Discuss with SQC if there are discrepancies
• Participate in Kick-off meetings
• Deal with QSP (In-line) comments from Germany – Check, review and propose response, where applicable
• Test failure analysis and provide recommendations to factory
• Arrange the retest once the improved sample is available. On-site product improvement discussion with factory
• Assist with updating and recalculating the schedule and inform Merchandising team
• Review and discuss (where applicable) CAP reports with Production team
• Clarify the testing issues with external laboratory
• Monitor the schedule and review on the document/report (Test order, sample review report, DCL, Certification)
• Review and submit shipment release documents to SQC and/or Technical Manager
• Travel is required for this role

What you'll need
• Minimum of 2 - 3 years of work experience in a Quality Assurance / QC / Engineer position
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent required, Master's degree or equivalent of an advantage in field of hardgoods, engineering or related discipline
• Fluency in English, Cantonese and Mandarin required, German of an advantage
• Factory inspection practice in an international sourcing company is an advantage
• Possess strong technical expertise in hardgoods products
• Knowledge of work flow of a trading, buying or sourcing office
• Good understanding of hardgoods mass production manufacturing procedures
• Experience in 3rd party testing laboratory with Retailer exposure
• Proficiency in MS Office, with advanced Excel skills required, advanced Power Point skills of an advantage

Core competencies / skills:
• Problem solving
• Prioritising appropriately
• Willigness to learn
• Handling criticism
• Personal initiative
• Quality awareness
• Building relationships with departments/3rd parties
• Respecting opinions/values of others
• Maintaining relationships
• Adapting communication skills

What you'll receive

We are dedicated to fostering a family-friendly culture and work environment and we are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all candidates with the required skills and experience. We enable fair pay within the company by creating non-discriminatory salary systems.

Development Opportunities:
• Project management
• Analytical thinking

Market Leading Remuneration Package:
• Double pay and discretionary bonus
• Choice of MPF provider
• Life Insurance
• Medical Insurance

Supportive Environment:
• Rental re-imbursement scheme
• Out-Of-Office leave for important appointments
• In-house training courses
• Training sponsorship scheme
• Health Check
• Vision Check

Work-Life Balance:
• 5 day week
• Competitive Annual Leave
• Charity, Community and Sporting Events

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