Manager In-Process Quality Control (IPQC) | Battery Pack Manufacturing

Manager – In-Process Quality Control (IPQC) | Battery Pack Manufacturing

Position Summary

The Manager - IPQC will be responsible for leading and strengthening the In-Process Quality Control function across battery pack manufacturing operations. The role focuses on ensuring adherence to defined quality standards, process controls, and customer requirements throughout the manufacturing lifecycle. The incumbent will drive defect prevention, process capability improvement, quality gate effectiveness, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement initiatives to achieve world-class quality performance.

The position requires strong expertise in battery pack assembly processes, automotive quality systems, statistical process control, problem-solving methodologies, and team leadership.

Key Responsibilities

In-Process Quality Management

• Lead and manage IPQC activities in battery pack manufacturing processes.
• Ensure compliance with Control Plans, PFMEA, SOPs, Work Instructions, and quality standards.
• Develop, implement, and sustain robust in-process inspection systems.
• Establish quality checkpoints and quality gates to prevent defect escape.
• Drive a proactive quality culture focused on defect prevention rather than detection.

Process Quality Assurance

Monitor and control quality across critical manufacturing processes including:

• Cell Sorting, Module assly ,Laser welding, Battery testing and End of line

Problem Solving & Continuous Improvement

• Lead structured problem-solving activities using industry-standard methodologies.
• NCR Monitering
• Drive continuous improvement projects focused on:
• FPY (First Pass Yield)
• Internal PPM Reduction
• Process Capability Improvement (Cp/Cpk)

Statistical Process Control & Quality Systems

• Implement and sustain SPC across critical processes.
• Monitor process capability and control plans.
• Conduct trend analysis and early-warning identification.
• Drive MSA, GR&R, and measurement system improvements.
• Ensure compliance with IATF 16949 and customer-specific requirements.

Team Leadership & Development

• Lead a team of IPQC Engineers, Quality Engineers, Shift Engineers, and Quality Inspectors.
• Establish competency frameworks, training plans, and skill matrices.
• Work on Quality circle & Kiazen

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• First Pass Yield (FPY)
• Defect Per Station (DPS)
• Internal PPM
• Rework and Rejection Reduction
• Process Capability (Cp/Cpk)
• Audit Compliance Score
• On-Time CAPA Closure
• Customer Complaint Reduction
• Field Failure Reduction
• Cost of Poor Quality (COPQ)
• Training Compliance
• Safety and Process Discipline Compliance

Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Or Electronics,

Experience

• Min 15 years of Experience required in Battery, electrical or electronics industry
• Strong experience in battery pack manufacturing and assembly processes preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of experience leading Process Quality/IPQC functions

About us,

At SUN Mobility, we're shaping the future of mobility through technology, innovation and sustainable energy solutions. With a strong focus on R&D, we're making transportation cleaner and more accessible across India and beyond.

With 2,000+ battery-swapping stations, 125,000+ electric vehicles powered and 475+ IP filings, we're helping advance the transition to electric mobility by building solutions that make EV adoption more practical and scalable.

Our impact is driven by people who bring diverse perspectives, collaborate across disciplines and turn ideas into solutions for a more sustainable future.

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