Quality Engineer, Battery Manufacturing

Job Description

Join the Quality Engineering Team at Lathrop to support the manufacturing of high-quality residential and commercial electronics, electric vehicle charging systems, and/or the remanufacturing of electric vehicle battery systems.

Requirements

• Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics, Computer Engineering, etc.) or 3+ years’ work experience in manufacturing quality
• Experience managing a technical team or other professional leadership experience
• Experience conducting PFMEAs for production processes
• Experience in ISO-9001, QS-9000, ISO/TS/IATF 16949, APQP, PPAP is a plus
• Experience in 6-Sigma and quality problem-solving methods
• Proficiency in SQL, R, Minitab (or similar) is a plus
• Experience with measurement and inspection techniques, reliability test techniques is a plus
• Excellent oral, written and presentation communication skills

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain PFMEAs to determine potential risks in manufacturing process
• Establish and maintain Control Plans to assure critical features are controlled and monitored
• Develop and implement Quality Key Points for visual inspection
• Lead development and improvement efforts of the Quality Management System
• Review and provide disposition to non-conforming material
• Lead and facilitate sorting activity and drive part improvement with suppliers
• Track quality performance metrics and organize regular reviews with cross-functional stakeholders

Benefits

• Employees at Tesla are often offered day-one coverage with multiple medical options (some at $0 paycheck cost), dental/vision, company HSA contributions, a 401(k) match, and equity programs. Most roles also include paid time off and holidays, family-building support, employee assistance, commuter and childcare benefits, and access to discounts and wellness programs.