QA In-Line Process Engineer

3 weeks ago

Kokomo, United States StarPlus Energy Full time

STARPLUS ENERGY LLC is an electrifying joint venture between Samsung and Stellantis. With a focus on innovation and excellence, we deliver cutting-edge solutions that empower the automotive industry as we transition towards an electric future. As a member of our team, you will play a vital role in fostering our company’s positive, diverse, and collaborative culture by helping us build and maintain a safe and effective One Team, One Mission organization. Join our vision of becoming the world’s leading provider of energy solutions for e-mobility.

 

Job Summary

 

The Process Engineer is a key member of the manufacturing team, responsible for analyzing and optimizing productivity, yield, and Overall Equipment Efficiency (OEE) in a battery manufacturing environment. The role involves leading continuous improvement initiatives, implementing quality control measures, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot inefficiencies.

Job Description

The Cell/Module QA (Quality Assurance) in-line process Engineer is responsible for optimizing and  improving manufacturing or production processes to ensure the quality and reliability of HV battery  cell. Additionally, the QA in-line process Engineer must analyze current processes, identify bottlenecks, propose and implement improvements and ensure efficiency and quality standards are met. QA in-line Engineer develops strategies to streamline production, reduce waste, and enhance productivity while maintaining quality standard of HV battery cell/module. This role requires a strong understanding of quality engineering principles, statistical analysis, problem-solving skills, and effective communication to ensure the highest level of product quality. Additional responsibilities will include but are not limited to the following:

 

Roles and Responsibilities

  • Ensure that processes meet quality standards and specifications, implementing quality control measures to maintain product integrity and customer satisfaction
  • Collaborate with quality control teams to establish and monitor quality benchmarks for each stage of the manufacturing process
  • Establish a quality KPI, check its progress. Monitor products, processes, and quality systems to prevent nonconformities
  • Lead investigation and root cause analysis of non-conformances. Ensure continuous monitoring of all corrective actions and process improvement measures
  • Review and update product specifications, inspection standards, manuals, and lesson learned activities
  • Ensure on-going data collection and analysis to assure cell quality
  • Continues improvement activity to optimize and enhance the efficiency of quality and inspection systems
  • Perform data analysis to identify areas for improvement of quality system
  • Develop, implement, and monitor efficacy of corrective and preventive actions
  • Prepare updates and reports of quality outcome to communicate quality activities
  • Provide management updates regularly
  • Facilitate reviews to eliminate internal systemic and external roadblocks. Collaborate with management on team road map and strategy
  • Work closely with key stakeholders to provide delivery according to schedule
  • Manage multiple priorities and deliver internal and external results on time
  • Work closely with internal and external stakeholders to clarify business and technical requirements for cell Quality Assurance

 

 Areas of Leadership and Technical abilities

  • Action / Results oriented: Problem solving, attitude, deliver projects on time with high quality
  • Strong presentation skills to clearly articulate: business problems, analytical approaches, potential solutions & recommendations
  • Ability to draw conclusions and make recommendations per team goals
  • Ability to anticipate “what if” scenarios
  • High level of written and verbal communication
  • Self-motivated: energetic, enjoys working at quick pace

                     Minimum Job Requirements

  • Bachelor of Science in Chemical or Electrical Engineering from an ABET accredited university or equivalent. (Bachelor's degree in Aerospace/Aeronautical, Mechanical, Materials, Metallurgical, or Mechatronics may also be considered with technical industry experience)
  • Minimum of 5 years of industrial automation and controls experience with strong foundation in project management
  • Excellent organizational, written, and oral communication skills
  • Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to interface with various level of employees within all areas of the organization including hourly employees to Senior Leadership
  • Ability to build effective cross functional relationships internally and externally
  • Demonstrated technical problem-solving ability
  • Goal oriented self-starter with ability to lead teams
  • Ability to coach / mentor / develop cell QC Inspectors
  • Must have a good working knowledge of Microsoft Office
  • Ability to work overtime as required

 

 Preferred Requirements

  • Master’s degree in Chemical or Electrical Engineering from an ABET accredited university or equivalent.
  • Bilingual English / Korean
  • Experience in continuous improvement systems and lean manufacturing
  • Shainin Red X / Six Sigma Certification
  • Experience with the AIAG Advanced Quality Planning and Control Plans, FMEA, Production Part Approval Process, MSA, and SPC (Statistical Process Control)
  • Experience with quality certification and system such as ISO9001/IATF16949 is required
  • Familiar with World Class Manufacturing pillar methodology and implementation
  • Extensive knowledge in Data Analytics utilizing MS Excel, MS Access or other database applications
  • Good working knowledge of Google Suite software programs
  • ASQ Certification in Quality and Reliability

 

         Productivity and Efficiency Optimization

  • Analyze and optimize productivity, yield, and Overall Equipment Efficiency (OEE) in manufacturing processes.
  • Lead Continuous Improvement (CI) and development activities to enhance product and process efficiency.
  • Implement lean manufacturing principles, 5S, and Kaizen projects to improve overall

 

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