Quality Control Engineer I

About the role

Join a team that's changing the world by producing safe, high-quality lithium-ion batteries that power sustainable energy solutions. Work with world-class team members from diverse backgrounds, gain unique experience, and contribute to technologies that move us forward.

Responsibilities

• Establish quality control systems in the battery production process.
• Conduct management work for quality performance to maintain battery cell safety and quality.
• Analyze and evaluate process input/output data to reduce defects.
• Support the cell manufacturing process to resolve production issues with quality.
• Monitor and control production quality and implement appropriate actions for out-of-control situations.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Materials Engineering, or similar discipline.
• Experience: 1–3 years of quality engineering experience, preferably with batteries or electronic devices.
• Skills: Strong analytical skills, root cause analysis, familiarity with quality management tools (control chart, FTA, FMEA, etc.), and MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Language: Working-level English proficiency (reading, writing, and speaking).

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience using ISO 9001 quality management system auditing.
• Experience with laboratory analysis using X-Ray, SEM, ICP, or similar tools.
• Background as a quality engineer in high-volume manufacturing.
• Data analysis experience, such as statistical process control of production data.
• Experience in defect reduction of high-volume manufacturing products.
• Alignment to Panasonic’s seven core principles.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Requirements

Wearing PPE is required for this role and may include:

• Full Tyvek suit
• Safety shoes
• Gloves
• Safety glasses
• Face mask
• Bump cap
• Full hazmat suit with respirator

Physical Demands

• Activities (percentage of time during a normal workday): Sit (40%), Walk (30%), Stand (20%), Lift (10%)
• Required Lifting and Carrying:
  • Up to 10 lbs.: Occasional
  • Up to 20 lbs.: Occasional
  • Up to 35 lbs.: Occasional
  • Team-lift only (over 35 lbs.): Not required

Benefits

• Highly inclusive and class-leading healthcare options, including family planning, mental health, and pet insurance
• Employee assistance programs with complimentary sessions each month
• Company-matched and fully vested 401K retirement program starting immediately upon enrollment
• Annual bonus program, High5 employee recognition and awards platform, and quarterly/annual recognition
• Self-guided and representative-supported financial wellness and retirement planning
• Educational assistance and reimbursement program
• Inclusion programs and employee resource groups that promote representation and belonging
• Leadership, career, and mentorship development programs at all levels
• On-site cafes, snack and beverage kitchens, vendor visits, and employee events
• Shuttle rides to and from work