QA Engineer (Bilingual Korean Required)
Timpl has partnered with an industrial installation and machine relocation
services company, and they are looking for a QA Engineer
Key Responsibilities
Chemical & Material Quality Control
* Conduct inspections and testing of raw materials (resins, coatings,
adhesives, solvents, etc.).
* Evaluate chemical and surface treatment quality (paint adhesion, gloss,
color, thickness, VOC levels).
* Verify compliance with Hyundai/Kia specifications and international
standards.
Process Monitoring & Improvement
* Monitor chemical processes in production (painting, coating, bonding).
* Identify and resolve chemical-related quality issues (contamination, peeling,
discoloration, etc.).
* Collaborate with production teams to optimize parameters and reduce defects.
Documentation & Compliance
* Maintain quality documentation for chemical processes, MSDS, and regulatory
compliance (REACH, RoHS).
* Support PPAP, APQP, and customer audits with chemical/material quality data.
* Develop and update work instructions, inspection standards, and chemical
handling guidelines.
Testing & Analysis
* Operate laboratory equipment for chemical and physical testing (GC-MS, FTIR,
XRF, spectrophotometer, adhesion tester, etc.).
* Analyze test data, prepare reports, and recommend corrective/preventive
actions.
* Support R&D and production trials for new chemical formulations or material
changes.
Customer & Supplier Quality
* Communicate with suppliers regarding chemical quality issues, nonconformance,
and corrective actions.
* Provide chemical quality reports and root cause analysis to customers
Participate in supplier and customer audits related to material quality.
Qualifications
* Education: Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Polymer Engineering,
Materials Science, or related field.
* Experience: 2–5 years in QA/QC, preferably in automotive plastics, coatings,
or chemical manufacturing.
Knowledge/Skills:
* Understanding of automotive chemical standards and testing methods.
* Experience with APQP, PPAP, FMEA, SPC, and root cause analysis.
* Proficiency with chemical testing instruments and lab analysis.
* Strong problem-solving and reporting skills.
* Language: English required; Korean preferred (for HQ/customer communication).