Product Quality Development Manager

ZipRecruiter; Coventry; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading battery technology firm in Coventry seeks a Product Quality Development Manager to lead quality planning activities for all products. You will manage a team of quality engineers, set demanding quality targets, and work closely with product development and engineering teams to ensure high standards are met. The ideal candidate should have over 5 years of experience in product quality development and a relevant engineering degree. This hybrid role offers great opportunities for growth and collaboration.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in product quality development.
• Experience in leading teams with direct reports.
• Experience with AIAG APQP framework and IATF 16949.

Responsibilities

• Lead the advanced product quality development function.
• Manage a team of specialist engineers.
• Develop and implement quality standards aligned with product development goals.

Skills

Product Quality Development

Team Management

AIAG APQP Framework

FMEA

Data Analytics

Education

Degree in Engineering or Quality-related discipline

Tools

Power BI

Job description

Job Description

Who we are…

Agratas is a wholly owned subsidiary of Tata Sons. We design, develop, and manufacture high-quality, high-performance, sustainable batteries for the mobility and energy sectors.

We are a scale-up business with a start-up mentality and the backing of a well-established parent company. The UK business headquarters is in the Midlands, and we are currently building a battery manufacturing facility in Somerset. We aim to complement, scale, and grow our R&D facilities in Abingdon and Coventry with the brightest minds from within the battery and EV sector.

Our battery technology roadmap is based on a foundation of world-class solutions for multiple applications. Collaborating with our technical partners, we are industrialising best-in-class high-energy density and long-lasting battery cells. We are also committed to developing the next generation of battery technologies.

Job Purpose

As a Product Quality Development Manager, you'll be responsible for leading the development and execution of advanced product quality planning (APQP) activities for all products at Agratas. You will lead a team of highly motivated and professional global quality engineers. Your remit will cover all customers in all countries. You will interface heavily with all parts of the business, most notably product development, process development, and project management functions, as well as with customers. You will maintain a single source of truth for quality in the pre-SOP phase. You will draw cross-functional teams together to develop an aligned approach and drive the business forward towards successful implementation. You will continue to develop best practice methods, processes, and drive system development across the business, acting as the single source of truth for quality in the pre-SOP phase.

This is a hybrid role based in our Coventry office.

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

• Lead the advanced product quality development function at Agratas;
• Manage a team of specialist engineers, responsible for recruitment, employee performance development, coaching, and well-being;
• Develop and implement quality standards, strategies, and metrics aligned with product development goals and customer expectations;
• Set demanding quality targets for the APQP and FMEA processes, report on progress, and lead targeted escalations as needed;
• Identify and lead initiatives to optimise quality in the APQP phases;
• Oversee the development, optimisation, and approval of APQP sub-elements and their integration into new product delivery plans;
• Interface with customers during new business acquisition, project reviews, and management reviews;
• Collaborate with Product Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Operations, and other teams to ensure quality considerations at every stage of product development;
• Educate internal teams on quality assurance, problem solving, and risk mitigation best practices.

Qualifications & Experience:

• 5+ years of experience in product quality development;
• Experience with AIAG APQP framework, IATF 16949, and FMEA;
• Experience leading teams with direct reports;
• Degree in Engineering or a Quality-related discipline.

Nice to have:

• Proficiency in Data Analytics (Power BI or other tools);
• Certified Six Sigma Green Belt.

At Agratas, we believe people perform best when supported and happy in their workplace. We cultivate a diverse workforce that respects each employee's individuality. We warmly welcome applicants of any gender, sexuality, and ability.

If you have a preference for how your suitability is assessed or require reasonable adjustments, please inform the Talent Acquisition team.