Battery Quality Engineer II — QA, Process & Supplier Focus

Anzu Partners; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401k

Stock options

Job summary

South 8 Technologies, Inc. in San Diego, CA seeks a Quality Engineer II to advance the Quality Management System, support supplier development and production, and drive continual improvement across battery cell manufacturing.

The role emphasizes data-driven quality assurance, strong collaboration with cross-functional teams, and hands-on inspection in laboratory settings. A high-detail orientation and ability to work independently are essential.

Qualifications

• BS degree with 3–5 years in production or laboratory environment, preferably batteries.
• Strong leadership, conflict resolution, and communication skills.
• Attention to detail with data logging proficiency.
• Solid understanding of quality practices, metrics, and statistical analysis methods.
• Familiarity with measurement and inspection techniques and equipment.
• Experience with ERP and MES systems; system implementation is a plus.
• Ability to prioritize, multi-task, lift 35 lbs, and stand for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality support for manufacturing issues and ensure compliance with applicable standards.
• Review customer POs to identify quality and regulatory requirements and coordinate with teams to ensure compliance.
• Act as customer advocate, analyze feedback, support complaint resolution, and address quality requirements.
• Promote continual improvement by collecting and analyzing production data and driving improvements.
• Perform defect investigations, troubleshoot, and oversee corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Monitor supplier performance and support supplier quality efforts including SCARs.
• Support new product introduction and ensure voice of the customer is considered.
• Perform and maintain QC processes to ensure quality products are shipped.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field

Tools

ERP

MES

Quality metrics & statistics

Job description

South 8 Technologies, Inc. in San Diego, CA seeks a Quality Engineer II to advance the Quality Management System, support supplier development and production, and drive continual improvement across battery cell manufacturing.

The role emphasizes data-driven quality assurance, strong collaboration with cross-functional teams, and hands-on inspection in laboratory settings. A high-detail orientation and ability to work independently are essential.