Job Description
The Supplier Quality Engineer at Gotion Inc. is responsible for managing and improving the quality of suppliers related to lithium-ion batteries and energy storage systems, including supplier qualification, quality control, issue resolution, and continuous improvement to ensure stable and high-quality raw material supplies.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage quality assurance for suppliers related to ESS and power automotive lithium-ion batteries, including new supplier review and incoming quality control during mass production.
- Conduct quality system assessments such as ISO 9001 and IATF 16949 on potential suppliers.
- Guide new suppliers to establish and maintain quality systems that meet required standards.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to control supplier quality in new projects and ensure proper implementation of APQP and PPAP processes.
- Develop inspection standards for incoming materials and address non-conforming materials through analysis and supplier rectification.
- Respond promptly to supplier quality issues in production lines or customer feedback and coordinate corrective and preventive actions.
- Track and analyze supplier quality data, including defect rates and return rates, to identify areas for improvement.
- Assist suppliers in implementing problem-solving methodologies such as 8D, 5Why, and PDCA to drive continuous improvement.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Material Sciences
- At least 3 years of experience in supplier quality management, with experience in the power battery or energy storage battery industry preferred
- Willingness to travel 25%
- Familiarity with the production process and quality control points of cells, modules, packs, BMS, and key raw materials
- Proficient in ISO 9001 and IATF 16949 quality management systems
- Familiarity with quality tools such as APQP, PPAP, FMEA, MSA, and SPC
- Proficient in problem analysis and solution methods such as 8D, 5Why, fishbone diagram, and DOE
- Ability to conduct failure analysis and guide suppliers in failure analysis
Benefits & Perks
Salary range: $90,000 - $120,000 (base salary, plus eligibility for bonus and benefits)
Work schedule: Willingness to travel 25%
Work environment perks: Inclusive and diverse workplace culture, equal employment opportunity
Additional benefits: Bonus eligibility, benefits (unspecified), systematic training and development, opportunities for growth in a challenging environment
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