Overview
2nd Shift Quality Supervisor Jobs in Lebanon, KY at Toyoda Gosei Kentucky
Key Responsibilities
Quality System Implementation and Compliance:
Develop and implement quality assurance plans, SOPs, and control measures for cell and module assembly.
Ensure compliance with ISO 9001, UL 2580, and customer-specific requirements (CSR).
Lead APQP (Advanced Product Quality Planning), PPAP (Production Part Approval Process), and FMEA (Failure Modes & Effects Analysis) activities.
Maintain document control and traceability systems for materials, processes, and final products.
Process and Product Quality Control:
Establish in-line and end-of-line quality inspection protocols for all manufacturing processes.
Utilize statistical process control (SPC) and DOE (Design of Experiments) to monitor and improve cell and module performance and defect rates.
Implement real-time data analysis and machine vision.
Define and monitor KPIs such as First Pass Yield, Cpk/Ppk (Process Capability), and scrap rates.
Root Cause Analysis and Continuous Improvement:
Lead 8D and root cause analysis (RCA) for cell and module quality defects.
Implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) to eliminate recurring defects.
Work with automation and maintenance teams to optimize machine parameters and reduce process variability.
Develop and enforce best practices for defect prevention, quality audits, and operator training.
Supplier and Incoming Quality Control (IQC):
Work with material suppliers to establish incoming quality standards for electrodes, separators, electrolyte, packaging materials and module components.
Conduct supplier audits and quality assessments to ensure consistency in raw materials.
Implement material traceability systems to track defects back to specific production batches.
Customer Quality and Field Support:
Lead failure analysis (FA) and warranty investigations for customer-reported battery issues.
Interface with OEM customers to resolve quality concerns and implement continuous improvement initiatives.Support regulatory audits and external certification processes.
Required Qualifications and Skills
Technical Skills:
Strong understanding of lithium-ion cell and module manufacturing, defect mechanisms, and failure modes.
Hands-on experience with SPC, FMEA, DOE, and Six Sigma methodologies.
Familiarity with metrology tools (X-ray CT, EIS, battery and DCIR testers, Karl Fischer (KF) Titrator etc) for failure analysis.
Proficiency in Minitab, JMP, or Python for statistical analysis.
Knowledge of ISO 9001, and APQP requirements.
Experience with automated vision inspection, and machine learning for defect detection.
Soft Skills and Experience:
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
5+ years of experience in battery manufacturing, automotive quality, or high-tech production environments.
Strong problem-solving skills with experience in 8D, RCA, and CAPA processes.Excellent communication skills for cross-functional collaboration with engineering, production, and supplier teams.Ability to lead quality audits and support regulatory compliance efforts.
Preferred Experience:
Prior experience in pouch cell and module manufacturing quality control.
Hands-on involvement in PPAP, APQP, and supplier qualification processes.
Familiarity with electrochemical performance testing and high-voltage safety standards.
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Title: 2nd Shift Quality Supervisor
Company: Toyoda Gosei Kentucky
Location: Lebanon, KY
