Quality Assurance Sr Engineer

LG•Jeffersonville, OH

45d•Onsite

About The Position

The LGES – HONDA Joint Venture, located in Jeffersonville, Ohio, is bringing the power! A transformation is happening within the auto industry, and we are leading the way. We develop and manufacture large lithium-ion polymer batteries and packs of the highest quality for electric vehicle (EV) and energy storage applications. Established in 2023, The LGES – HONDA Joint Venture is passionate about developing and maintaining a culture where our associates and customers understand their value and worth. We are making a positive impact and we want you to be a part of it! Summary This job is responsible for ensuring a product or component meets the established standards of quality including reliability, usability and performance. This role directly supports manufacturing quality assurance involving failure investigations and root cause analysis using appropriate analysis process, skill and equipment. Communicate effectively within all levels of organization to discuss and resolve quality issues in a timely manner.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, Materials, or related field).
Minimum 8 years of experience in Quality Assurance within battery, automotive, or high-volume manufacturing industries.
At least 5 years of people management or senior leadership experience in a QA organization.
Strong hands-on experience with quality tools and methodologies (FMEA, SPC, MSA/Gage R&R, PPAP, 8D).
Proven experience in customer quality management, including OEM or Tier 1 customers.
Business-level English communication skills required.
Comply with company Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) requirements
Able to work in both office and manufacturing environments
Hands-on support of equipment
Prompt and regular attendance within our onsite operations
Flexibility to work adjusted shifts as necessary

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Engineering or Quality Management is preferred.
Experience with global manufacturing sites or overseas operations is a plus.
Battery production related knowledge a plus
Knowledge of IATF16949 standards a plus
Knowledge of Minitab, Six Sigma, 8D problem solving methodology a plus
Bilingual (Korean/English) or Multilingual (Korean/English/Japanese) proficiency a plus

Responsibilities

Define and execute quality strategies across lithium-ion battery manufacturing (Electrode/cell/Module).
Lead and maintain Quality Management Systems in compliance with IATF 16949, ISO 9001, and customer-specific requirements.
Establish and monitor quality KPIs (PPM, defect rate, audit scores, customer claims).
Oversee process and product quality control, including PFMEA/DFMEA, Control Plans, SPC, and EOL inspections.
Lead root cause analysis and corrective/preventive actions for quality issues (8D, 5why).
Act as the primary quality interface for key customers, including audits and regular quality reviews.
Manage supplier quality performance, including audits and continuous improvement activities.
Ensure quality readiness for new product launches, PV runs, PPAP, and mass production approval.
Develop and lead the QA organization, including talent development, training, and performance management.
Collaborate cross-functionally with Manufacturing, R&D, Process Engineering, SCM, and EHS teams.