Assistant Manager- IPQC (Electrode Zone) - 6-8 Years

Key Responsibilities -

In-Process Quality Control

• Inspect raw materials (active materials, binders, solvents, collectors) and verify certificates.
• Monitor slurry mixing (speed, time, temperature, viscosity) and test solid content, pH, homogeneity.
• Check coating thickness, uniformity, adhesion; inspect defects (pinholes, uneven coating, delamination).
• Verify drying time, temperature, humidity; conduct residual solvent testing.
• Monitor calendared electrode density, porosity, thickness; inspect cracks/particle detachment.
• Inspect slitting accuracy, burrs, edge cracks, contamination.
• Ensure moisture-controlled electrode storage (KF moisture testing).
• Detect defects early, provide real-time feedback, and halt production when needed.
• Maintain traceability of parameters, inspection results, and batch data.
• Validate and approve mixing, coating, drying, calendaring, and slitting processes.
• Enforce contamination, temperature, and humidity controls; ensure cleanroom compliance.
• Perform SPC (Cp, Cpk), monitor process drift, and implement adjustments.
• Conduct RCA and implement CAPA for recurring defects.
• Ensure calibration and qualification of measurement and processing equipment.
• Maintain and update SOPs, WIs, and support customer/internal audits.

Quality Improvement

• Investigate non-conformances; support corrective actions.
• Engage in continuous improvement and maintain value stream maps for E/A/B Zones.

Lab Management

• Oversee in-process labs, testing accuracy, and equipment performance.
• Support technicians, resolve testing/instrument issues, manage cell aging and defective batch segregation.

Training & Documentation

• Lead training for quality technicians and develop OJT modules.
• Maintain inspection/test records; prepare quality reports; support APQP (PFC, FMEA, Control Plans).

Collaboration & Compliance

• Coordinate with production and engineering to resolve quality issues.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, safety, and environmental regulations.

Leadership

• Lead and develop a team of Supervisors and Technicians; promote a zero-defect mindset.

Qualifications -

• Bachelors degree in Engineering/Chemistry or related field.
• 8+ years in quality assurance (EV battery preferred).
• Strong in QC methods, SPC, testing, defect analysis, and quality systems.
• Six Sigma GB/BB preferred; experience with value stream mapping and inspection criteria.