What are the responsibilities and job description for the Quality Supervisor (Day and Night Shift positions) position at HSBMA?
About Company
HSBMA LLC is a groundbreaking partnership between Hyundai Motor Group and SK On, focused on promoting sustainable community growth. Our factory will produce 50 million battery cells, supporting around 300,000 electric vehicles as we prepare to fully launch in 2026. We prioritize green energy technologies that lower carbon emissions and boost the local economy. Our goal is to lead the way in clean transportation, showing that innovation and caring for the environment can go hand in hand. As we pursue electrification and sustainability, we invite communities, stakeholders, and eco-conscious groups to collaborate with us. Together, we can change the automotive industry and create a healthier planet for future generations. HSBMA isn't just about making electric vehicle batteries; it's about driving a change that benefits our communities and the environment.
About The Role
The Quality Supervisor directly supervises and coordinates the activities of quality operators in the Incoming Quality Control department. This role ensures that all raw materials, components, and supplies meet company and customer quality standards before entering production. The IQC Supervisor will collaborate closely with other supervisors, quality engineers, production, process technology teams, and suppliers. This role may also serve as a technical trainer and coach/mentor for operators on both regular and on-demand occasions, depending on company needs and individual qualifications.
Key Areas Of Responsibility
HSBMA LLC is an equal-opportunity employer. We do not discriminate against applicants or employees based on criminal history or any other protected category. We are committed to creating a workplace that is free from discrimination, harassment, and bias, and we encourage all qualified individuals, including those with criminal backgrounds, to apply for positions.
HSBMA LLC is a groundbreaking partnership between Hyundai Motor Group and SK On, focused on promoting sustainable community growth. Our factory will produce 50 million battery cells, supporting around 300,000 electric vehicles as we prepare to fully launch in 2026. We prioritize green energy technologies that lower carbon emissions and boost the local economy. Our goal is to lead the way in clean transportation, showing that innovation and caring for the environment can go hand in hand. As we pursue electrification and sustainability, we invite communities, stakeholders, and eco-conscious groups to collaborate with us. Together, we can change the automotive industry and create a healthier planet for future generations. HSBMA isn't just about making electric vehicle batteries; it's about driving a change that benefits our communities and the environment.
About The Role
The Quality Supervisor directly supervises and coordinates the activities of quality operators in the Incoming Quality Control department. This role ensures that all raw materials, components, and supplies meet company and customer quality standards before entering production. The IQC Supervisor will collaborate closely with other supervisors, quality engineers, production, process technology teams, and suppliers. This role may also serve as a technical trainer and coach/mentor for operators on both regular and on-demand occasions, depending on company needs and individual qualifications.
Key Areas Of Responsibility
- Supervise, motivate, and develop IQC operators in line with company goals.
- Review inspection schedules and allocate resources to meet requirements.
- Manage attendance and shift planning using the attendance record system.
- Train operators in inspection skills, measurement systems, and technical competencies.
- Evaluate employee performance, provide constructive feedback, and create improvement plans when needed.
- Address and resolve employee complaints and conflicts, boosting team morale.
- Requires comprehensive oversight of several inspection laboratories.
- Assign and oversee inspection activities for incoming raw materials and components.
- Monitor and report Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) related to incoming inspection.
- Ensure compliance with company policies, and safety requirements.
- Recommend and implement continuous improvement activities to improve quality and reduce cost.
- Collect and escalate feedback during revision or establishment of new work procedures.
- Manage MES or QMS system regarding the shift he/she supervises.
- Develop and implement ongoing training programs to enhance skills.
- Supervise incoming material inspections, data collection, and system entry (MES/QMS).
- Oversee the use of measurement instruments (e.g., micrometers, calipers, ICP-OES/MS, PSD, electrical testers, etc).
- Ensure proper Gage R&R and Measurement System Analysis (MSA) are conducted before inspections.
- Monitor and validate the quality of raw materials, semi-finished s, and consumables.
- Must learn and understand how to use the measurement systems.
- Provide technical training to operators for correct use of measurement equipment.
- Need to evaluate operators based on the required criteria. If someone lacks the expected expertise, a plan should be put in place to help someone improve.
- Monitor maintenance status of inspection equipment.
- Report equipment malfunctions and coordinate repair per maintenance guidelines.
- Ensure equipment operation manuals are updated and accessible.
- Monitor and support inspection room environment improvement on light of 3R (Right material, Right quantity, Right position) and 5S (Sort, Set in order, Shine, Standardize, and Sustain)
- Ensure compliance with Safety, Health, and Environment (SHE) requirements.
- Enhance employees’ safety awareness through regular safety training.
- The role also requires physical oversight of seven laboratories distributed across three buildings, which makes the management area extensive.
- Manage inventory of consumables required for incoming inspections.
- Optimize material usage and reduce waste through effective inventory control.
- Perform other job-related tasks as assigned.
- High school diploma or equivalent (REQUIRED); Associate or Bachelor’s degree preferred.
- Minimum 1–2 years supervisory experience in a manufacturing or laboratory environment.
- Strong knowledge of inspection systems, tools, and procedures.
- Ability to perform all required inspections in relevant processes (electrode, assembly, or formation).
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel).
- Willingness to work in shifts.
- Experience in battery, automotive, or electronic component manufacturing.
- Familiarity with ISO9001/IATF16949 quality systems.
- Experience with MES, QMS, and SPC tools.
- Knowledge of LEAN, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies.
- The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
- Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.
- Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.
- May occasionally left and/or move up to up to 50 pounds.
- Must be able to regularly stand, walk, sit, talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms to include stoop, kneel, bend or crawl.
- Office Environment: Must wear company-provided uniforms.
- Production Site: Must wear company-provided uniform and PPE including safety shoes, helmet, safety glasses, and portable gas measuring device.
- Usual office environment, production, and construction sites
- Risks include noise (above 90 dB in compressor room), high temperatures (104–122°F in various rooms), and potential exposure to hazardous materials (e.g., heating medium oil, NMP, water treatment chemicals)
HSBMA LLC is an equal-opportunity employer. We do not discriminate against applicants or employees based on criminal history or any other protected category. We are committed to creating a workplace that is free from discrimination, harassment, and bias, and we encourage all qualified individuals, including those with criminal backgrounds, to apply for positions.