QA Engineer - Innovation

We are seeking an experienced Innovation QA Engineer to join our team at PT Filtrona Manufacturing Indonesia in Sidoarjo, East Java. As an Innovation QA Engineer , you’ll play a critical role in ensuring that new product developments, technologies, and processes meet both innovation and quality goals. You’ll bridge product development, quality assurance, and manufacturing to ensure a smooth transition from concept to commercialization without compromising safety, compliance, or reliability.

Key Responsibilities :

Innovation Project Support : Collaborate with R&D teams on product concepts, define quality requirements early, support feasibility studies and pilot runs, and drive “Right First Time” practices.

Testing & Validation : Develop test plans, coordinate lab / pilot testing (e.g., performance, safety), and validate new processes, tooling, and machines before scale-up.

Problem Solving & Continuous Improvement : Investigate failures, perform root cause analysis (5 Whys, Fishbone, DMAIC), and recommend corrective actions.

Stakeholder Collaboration : Act as the quality interface with suppliers and support manufacturing / NPI teams for seamless product transfer.

Documentation & Knowledge Management : Maintain quality records, track lessons learned, and prepare validated data for internal and customer presentations.

Typical Accountabilities

Deliver risk assessments and specifications for all new products.

Ensure compliance with internal and external standards.

Qualify all new materials and processes before commercialization.

Align innovation and manufacturing teams to avoid delays and compliance risks.

Report regularly on quality status, risks, and mitigation plans.

Qualifications & Requirements

Education :

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, etc.) or Science / Technology.

Six Sigma Green Belt / Black Belt certification is an advantage.

Experience :

3–5 years of experience in Quality Assurance / Quality Engineering.

Experience in process improvement and root cause analysis.

Exposure to innovation, R&D, or New Product Introduction (NPI) environments preferred.

Why Join Us?

You’ll have the opportunity to work on groundbreaking innovation projects, collaborate with diverse global teams, and drive meaningful change while advancing your career in quality and innovation.

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Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics 101-1,000 employees

Filtrona is the only global, independent market leader in the design, testing and manufacturing of specialist filter solutions, tear tapes and related scientific services. With a head office in Singapore, Filtrona has 11 manufacturing facilities across Europe, America, and Asia, together with 3 innovation centers, an accredited laboratory and a centre of excellence focused on sustainability. The company has over 2000 employees serving customers across 120 countries.

Our purpose is to support partners to transform and benefit from business growth. Our mission is to be a responsible, customer-focused innovation leader creating excellence in sustainable solutions for today and tomorrow.

Filtrona is the only global, independent market leader in the design, testing and manufacturing of specialist filter solutions, tear tapes and related scientific services. With a head office in Singapore, Filtrona has 11 manufacturing facilities across Europe, America, and Asia, together with 3 innovation centers, an accredited laboratory and a centre of excellence focused on sustainability. The company has over 2000 employees serving customers across 120 countries.

Our purpose is to support partners to transform and benefit from business growth. Our mission is to be a responsible, customer-focused innovation leader creating excellence in sustainable solutions for today and tomorrow.

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