Battery Cell Quality Operator: Data-Driven QA

Ford; Marshall (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matches

Paid time off

New parent leave

Health insurance

Dental and vision

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Vehicle discounts

Employee discounts

Job summary

Blue Oval Battery Park Michigan is seeking a highly motivated Quality Operator to join our battery cell manufacturing facility in Marshall, MI. The role ensures products meet quality standards and maintains integrity through the production process.

Responsibilities include inspections and tests, documenting results, addressing defects, and supporting continuous improvement of quality procedures, including visual inspections, final quality, and in-line quality gates.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience: At least 2 years in quality control in manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency with measuring tools and testing equipment.
• Ability to read blueprints and technical drawings.
• Knowledge of Six Sigma, SPC and 5-Why.
• Familiarity with ISO9001 / IATF16949 quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform visual, dimensional, and functional inspections of materials and finished cells.
• Conduct tests per procedures to verify product performance and specifications.
• Document inspection data and report deviations or non-conformances.
• Audit finished goods before shipment to ensure outgoing quality.
• Assist in root cause investigations and corrective actions.
• Support internal and external quality audits and compliance.

Skills

Quality inspections

Testing & analysis

Documentation & reporting

Root cause analysis

Compliance awareness

Reading blueprints

Measurement tools

Six Sigma/ SPC knowledge

ISO9001 / IATF16949 familiarity

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical certification or related degree preferred

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Gauges

CMM

CT scanners

X-Ray

Tensile testers

TGA equipment

Job description

Blue Oval Battery Park Michigan is seeking a highly motivated Quality Operator to join our battery cell manufacturing facility in Marshall, MI. The role ensures products meet quality standards and maintains integrity through the production process.

Responsibilities include inspections and tests, documenting results, addressing defects, and supporting continuous improvement of quality procedures, including visual inspections, final quality, and in-line quality gates.