Quality Control Engineer
American Lithium Energy ALE · Vista, California, United States
FULL TIMEpermanent
Job Description
The Manufacturing QC Engineer supports quality control activities to ensure products and processes meet established standards and regulatory requirements. This role focuses on execution of quality-related activities, data-driven problem solving, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to support design and process transfers, production quality, and continuous improvement initiatives. Strong attention to detail and effective communication with design and production teams are essential.
The following information provides an overview of the skills, qualities, and qualifications needed for this role.
Key ResponsibilitiesSupport design transfer and process transfer activities for lithium-ion battery manufacturingProvide engineering support and lead troubleshooting activities on the production line; perform systematic and documented Root Cause Analyses and implement corrective actionsAnalyze process data to identify opportunities to reduce failures, improve yields, and enhance process performanceParticipate in design reviews and pre-validation assessments of new products and processes; ensure appropriate process controls and documentation are in placeCollaborate with Product Development teams to support design transfer activities and ensure alignment with internal procedures and applicable regulatory requirementsVerify that equipment, instrumentation, and software remain in a validated and compliant stateReview proposed changes by conducting risk assessments and evaluating verification/validation approaches and documentationDevelop and support sampling plans and perform data analysis for design verification, test methods, and incoming inspection activitiesCommunicate results clearly to stakeholders and support data-driven decision-making on critical process issuesCoordinate with cross-functional teams to meet project timelines and balance cost, schedule, and performance considerationsSupport continuous improvement initiatives across manufacturing and quality processesPerform other duties as assigned
QualificationsBachelor’s (B.S.) or Master’s (M.S.) degree, preferably in a scientific or engineering disciplineStrong analytical, planning, and organizational skillsTechnical and administrative capability to execute routine job responsibilitiesExcellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across teamsStrong problem-solving skills and attention to detailSelf-starter with the ability to work independently and adapt to changing prioritiesAbility to mentor team members in technical qualification/validation activities
ExperienceMinimum of eight (3) years of relevant experience in a regulated manufacturing environment (e.g., AS9100D or ISO 9001)Experience in lithium-ion battery manufacturing preferredFamiliarity with industry standards and regulatory expectations (ISO, AS9100D)Understanding of design control principlesKnowledge of statistical methods for quality analysis and process improvement
Working ConditionsManufacturing environment (may include cleanroom and dry room conditions)Standing for extended periodsPPE required (gloves, goggles, ESD gear)
Physical RequirementsCapable of standing and walking for extended periodsMust be able to bend, squat, reach, and climb on a frequent basisMust be able to lift, pull and push up to 35lbs
Equal Employment OpportunityAmerican Lithium Energy Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Salary Range: $73,000 - $90,000 annually
The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, American Lithium Energy considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions. xzbcwsv Equal Employment Opportunity
Job Type: Full-Time, exempt, onsite role.
The following information provides an overview of the skills, qualities, and qualifications needed for this role.
Key ResponsibilitiesSupport design transfer and process transfer activities for lithium-ion battery manufacturingProvide engineering support and lead troubleshooting activities on the production line; perform systematic and documented Root Cause Analyses and implement corrective actionsAnalyze process data to identify opportunities to reduce failures, improve yields, and enhance process performanceParticipate in design reviews and pre-validation assessments of new products and processes; ensure appropriate process controls and documentation are in placeCollaborate with Product Development teams to support design transfer activities and ensure alignment with internal procedures and applicable regulatory requirementsVerify that equipment, instrumentation, and software remain in a validated and compliant stateReview proposed changes by conducting risk assessments and evaluating verification/validation approaches and documentationDevelop and support sampling plans and perform data analysis for design verification, test methods, and incoming inspection activitiesCommunicate results clearly to stakeholders and support data-driven decision-making on critical process issuesCoordinate with cross-functional teams to meet project timelines and balance cost, schedule, and performance considerationsSupport continuous improvement initiatives across manufacturing and quality processesPerform other duties as assigned
QualificationsBachelor’s (B.S.) or Master’s (M.S.) degree, preferably in a scientific or engineering disciplineStrong analytical, planning, and organizational skillsTechnical and administrative capability to execute routine job responsibilitiesExcellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across teamsStrong problem-solving skills and attention to detailSelf-starter with the ability to work independently and adapt to changing prioritiesAbility to mentor team members in technical qualification/validation activities
ExperienceMinimum of eight (3) years of relevant experience in a regulated manufacturing environment (e.g., AS9100D or ISO 9001)Experience in lithium-ion battery manufacturing preferredFamiliarity with industry standards and regulatory expectations (ISO, AS9100D)Understanding of design control principlesKnowledge of statistical methods for quality analysis and process improvement
Working ConditionsManufacturing environment (may include cleanroom and dry room conditions)Standing for extended periodsPPE required (gloves, goggles, ESD gear)
Physical RequirementsCapable of standing and walking for extended periodsMust be able to bend, squat, reach, and climb on a frequent basisMust be able to lift, pull and push up to 35lbs
Equal Employment OpportunityAmerican Lithium Energy Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Salary Range: $73,000 - $90,000 annually
The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, American Lithium Energy considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions. xzbcwsv Equal Employment Opportunity
Job Type: Full-Time, exempt, onsite role.
Details
| Company | American Lithium Energy ALE |
| Location | Vista, California, United States |
| Type | FULL TIME |
| Niche | general |
| Experience | permanent |
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