Quality Assistant Manager

Employbridge; Blythewood (SC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Employbridge is seeking a Quality Assistant Manager to support quality excellence in a fast-paced automotive manufacturing environment, with emphasis on battery systems. This leadership role ensures product quality, process compliance, customer satisfaction, and continuous improvement initiatives across production operations, blending hands-on technical work with team guidance.

Responsibilities include planning and executing PV testing, managing validation activities for battery system assembly,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related technical discipline.
• 5+ years in automotive manufacturing, battery systems, or quality engineering.
• Hands-on with PPAP, RCA/Corrective Actions, FMEA, Control Plans.

Responsibilities

• Plan, execute PV testing and product quality validation activities.
• Manage quality validation for battery system assembly and production operations.
• Conduct audits to identify risks, nonconformities and improvement opportunities.
• Ensure compliance with quality standards, procedures, and customer requirements.
• Support ISIR, PPAP, and related quality documentation.

Skills

Quality leadership

Root cause analysis

CAPA

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Tools

PPAP

FMEA

Control Plans

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Automotive Manufacturing | Battery Systems | Quality Assurance

Are you a quality-driven leader with experience in automotive manufacturing, battery systems, or quality engineering? We are seeking a Quality Assistant Manager to support and drive quality excellence within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role is responsible for ensuring product quality, process compliance, customer satisfaction, and continuous improvement initiatives throughout production operations.

If you are passionate about problem-solving, root cause analysis, quality systems, and leading cross-functional teams, we'd love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, and execute Product Validation (PV) testing and production quality validation activities.
• Manage quality validation activities for battery system assembly and production operations.
• Conduct audits and inspections to identify risks, nonconformities, and improvement opportunities.
• Ensure compliance with quality standards, procedures, and customer requirements.
• Support pilot production activities including ISIR, PPAP, and related quality documentation.

Problem Solving & Continuous Improvement

• Investigate customer complaints, quality issues, and production incidents.
• Lead root cause analysis using methodologies such as 8D, 5 Why, and corrective action processes.
• Analyze quality metrics, process data, and customer feedback to identify trends and drive continuous improvement.
• Develop and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) to improve overall product quality and operational performance.
• Support initiatives focused on customer satisfaction, manufacturing excellence, and process optimization.
• Support supplier quality management and supplier development activities.
• Participate in customer audits, supplier audits, and internal quality system audits.
• Respond promptly to customer quality concerns and assist with resolution efforts.
• Help maintain strong customer relationships through effective quality support and issue resolution.

Leadership & Team Support

• Provide day-to-day leadership and technical guidance to Quality Technicians, Inspectors, and Validation Operators.
• Coordinate work assignments, training activities, and quality priorities.
• Coach and mentor team members while supporting their professional development.
• Collaborate closely with Production, Manufacturing Engineering, Maintenance, and Supplier Quality teams to improve performance and resolve quality concerns.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline.
• 5+ years of experience in automotive manufacturing, battery systems, quality engineering, or related industries.
• Hands-on experience with:
• PPAP (Production Part Approval Process)
• Root Cause Analysis and Corrective Action processes
• FMEA (Failure Mode and Effects Analysis)
• Control Plans and quality documentation
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and time management skills.

Preferred

• Experience with automotive OEMs, Tier 1 suppliers, or battery manufacturing environments.
• Knowledge of IATF 16949, VDA standards, and automotive quality requirements.
• Experience in xEV or EV battery manufacturing.
• Experience using testing and measurement equipment such as:
• Tensile strength testers
• Leak testers
• 3D scanning equipment (Hexagon or similar)

What You'll Bring

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams and influence continuous improvement initiatives.
• Customer-focused mindset with a proactive approach to issue resolution.
• Passion for operational excellence and process improvement.
• Manufacturing plant and office setting.
• Frequent walking and standing on the production floor.
• Exposure to production equipment, machinery, and industrial noise.
• Required use of PPE in designated areas.
• Ability to lift up to 25lbs occasionally.
• Flexibility to support shift coverage, weekends, holidays, and extended hours as business needs require.

Why Join Us?

Join a growing manufacturing organization that is shaping the future of advanced automotive and battery technologies. You'll have the opportunity to make a direct impact on product quality, customer satisfaction, and operational excellence while working alongside talented professionals in a collaborative environment.