{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"f03ede0130d82503e30ea2ce","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/f03ede0130d82503e30ea2ce","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/f03ede0130d82503e30ea2ce","title":"Sr Manager, Process Quality","description":"About Blue CurrentBlue Current (the \"Company\") is the industry leader in the development of silicon solid state batteries. Free of flammable liquid electrolytes, Blue Current's fully dry, inherently safe batteries significantly reduce risks to human and environmental health while providing a higher-performance alternative to traditional lithium-ion batteries. Blue Current's silicon-based platform is highly adaptable, enabling a cost-effective solution for both the mobility and stationary storage markets. Blue Current's team works out of its state-of-the-art headquarters and pilot line facility in Hayward, California. To learn more about Blue Current, Inc., visit http://bluecurrent.com.Position SummaryThe Senior Manager, Process Quality owns the design, implementation, and operation of all quality systems at Blue Current. This role spans from incoming materials through outgoing products, and interfaces with all teams from early R&D to Advanced Manufacturing. The successful candidate in this role will develop a top-notch quality system, and through operating that process will drive improvements to processes and materials to deliver world-class battery products.Essential Functions & ResponsibilitiesBuild and manage a team capable of meeting the business needs of this role. Define KPIs for the quality team that align with company goals. Build and manage systems to test, trace, and troubleshoot quality all the way from incoming materials, through to outgoing battery products. This should include vendor validation, IQC, inline metrology, and standardizing test protocols. Provide ongoing monitoring, feedback, and engineering support to identify and solve quality problems with materials and processes across the organizationPartner with R&D, Cell Engineering, and Advanced Manufacturing departments to define quality metrics, implement measurement and tracking systems, and maintain ongoing monitoring in service of process improvementsDetermine critical-to-quality metrics across the cell development and pilot manufacturing pipeline. Monitor CTQ metrics and deploy statistical process control Proactively flag problems and lead root cause analysis efforts including FMEAs and metrology R&R, and manage reliability improvement deep divesUphold strong safety, documentation, and data integrity practicesOther duties as assigned, consistent with the scope and level of this position.Minimum QualificationsEducationPhD in relevant field + 3 years relevant experience, MS + 6 years relevant experience, BS + 8 years relevant experience, or 13 years related industry experienceExperienceDemonstrated experience interfacing between teams in different departments to deliver products, processes, or systems key to all stakeholdersProven experience developing quality programs from early research through scale-up and commercializationDemonstrated experience developing process improvement programs and quality tracking systemsProven ability to build and lead teams in dynamic startup environmentsSkills & KnowledgeManagement of a small team of individual contributors in a fast-paced environment with stakeholders across multiple departmentsMastery of metrological equipment, including aspects of detailed instrumentation specification, facilities requirements, testing logistics with a \"high mix\" of varied use cases and test conditions, calibration, and repairDemonstrated ability to manage complicated programs involving stakeholders from disparate groups (cell engineering, facilities, equipment vendors, senior management, external customers, safety test vendors, etc) to define and complete test programs and ensuring customer satisfactionAbility to distill complex and extensive test data into clear reports, through data processing, graphing, and statistical analysisDeep familiarity with software solutions for creating and managing quality data, including statistical analysis and machine learning capabilitiesPreferred Qualifications3+ years experience managing teams performing quality systems implementation, process engineering, product quality management, or similar Experience managing inter-team projects with open-ended deliverables and meeting goals and tight schedules in a fast-paced environmentEducation and experience with Six Sigma methodologiesExperience developing quality management systems or their effective equivalentsCore Values — Minimum QualificationsSafety & Security FirstFor employees, customers, and intellectual propertyDemonstrated commitment to maintaining a safe and secure work environment, including adherence to workplace safety protocols, data privacy standards, and confidentiality requirements.Proven ability to identify and appropriately escalate potential risks to personnel, customers, or sensitive information.Trust & RespectTreat everyone with honesty, dignity, and sensitivity. Embrace different perspectives. Be humble.Demonstrated ability to communicate and collaborate effectively with individuals of diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and working styles.Track record of maintaining professionalism, integrity, and discretion in all workplace interactions.Ownership & AccountabilityTake responsibility and action. Set goals and deliver. Don't wait for others.Demonstrated ability to independently prioritize, execute, and follow through on responsibilities with minimal supervision.Proven track record of setting measurable goals, meeting deadlines, and taking initiative to resolve challenges proactively.Technical ExcellenceAlways strive for the best solution possible.Demonstrated commitment to quality and continuous improvement in delivering work product, solutions, and outcomes within area of expertise.Ability to evaluate options critically and apply sound judgment to identify the most effective and scalable solution.Learn & Be CuriousThink outside the box. Always learning.Demonstrated ability to quickly acquire new skills, tools, or domain knowledge in response to evolving business needs.Proven track record of applying creative or unconventional thinking to solve problems.Be ResourcefulBe hungry, frugal, and flexible. Use what you have. Find a way.Demonstrated ability to deliver results in resource-constrained environments by maximizing existing tools, processes, and partnerships.Proven ability to adapt and find effective solutions in ambiguous or rapidly changing situations.Delight CustomersBuild stronger relationships with internal and external customers.Demonstrated commitment to understanding and exceeding the needs of internal and/or external customers.Track record of building and maintaining strong, trust-based relationships that drive positive outcomes for all stakeholders.Physical Requirements & Working ConditionsAbility to sit for extended periods at a workstation and use a computer for up to 8 hours per day.Ability to lift and carry up to 25 lbs. occasionallyRequired to wear personal protective equipment when applicableAble to pass a respirator fit test and wear a respirator periodicallyAble to work in an office, lab, and manufacturing environment with chemicals, moving mechanical parts, and electrical hazardsRegular business hours required; occasional evening or weekend work may be required during peak periods.Salary Range$135,900—$193,000 USDEqual Opportunity Employment StatementBlue Current is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.At-Will Employment & DisclaimerEmployment at Blue Current is at-will. This means that either the employee or Blue Current may terminate the employment relationship at any time, for any reason or no reason, with or without cause, and with or without advance notice, subject to applicable law. This job description does not create an express or implied contract of employment, nor does it alter the at-will nature of the employment relationship. The duties, responsibilities, and qualifications described herein are subject to change at the Company's discretion and do not represent all tasks that may be required of this role.Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for sponsorship now or in the future.","company":"Blue Current","rawCompany":"blue current","city":"Hayward","state":"CA","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-05-31T00:13:31.888Z","occupations":[{"code":"11-3051.01","title":"Quality Control Systems Managers","slug":"quality-control-systems-managers"},{"code":"19-4099.01","title":"Quality Control Analysts","slug":"quality-control-analysts"},{"code":"11-9121.00","title":"Natural Sciences Managers","slug":"natural-sciences-managers"}],"industries":[{"code":"335910","title":"Battery Manufacturing","slug":"battery-manufacturing"},{"code":"335999","title":"All Other Miscellaneous Electrical Equipment and Component Manufacturing","slug":"all-other-miscellaneous-electrical-equipment-and-component-manufacturing"},{"code":"541715","title":"Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)","slug":"research-and-development-in-the-physical-engineering-and-life-sciences-except-nanotechnology-and-biotechnology"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Sr Manager, Process Quality","description":"About Blue CurrentBlue Current (the \"Company\") is the industry leader in the development of silicon solid state batteries. Free of flammable liquid electrolytes, Blue Current's fully dry, inherently safe batteries significantly reduce risks to human and environmental health while providing a higher-performance alternative to traditional lithium-ion batteries. Blue Current's silicon-based platform is highly adaptable, enabling a cost-effective solution for both the mobility and stationary storage markets. Blue Current's team works out of its state-of-the-art headquarters and pilot line facility in Hayward, California. To learn more about Blue Current, Inc., visit http://bluecurrent.com.Position SummaryThe Senior Manager, Process Quality owns the design, implementation, and operation of all quality systems at Blue Current. This role spans from incoming materials through outgoing products, and interfaces with all teams from early R&D to Advanced Manufacturing. The successful candidate in this role will develop a top-notch quality system, and through operating that process will drive improvements to processes and materials to deliver world-class battery products.Essential Functions & ResponsibilitiesBuild and manage a team capable of meeting the business needs of this role. Define KPIs for the quality team that align with company goals. Build and manage systems to test, trace, and troubleshoot quality all the way from incoming materials, through to outgoing battery products. This should include vendor validation, IQC, inline metrology, and standardizing test protocols. Provide ongoing monitoring, feedback, and engineering support to identify and solve quality problems with materials and processes across the organizationPartner with R&D, Cell Engineering, and Advanced Manufacturing departments to define quality metrics, implement measurement and tracking systems, and maintain ongoing monitoring in service of process improvementsDetermine critical-to-quality metrics across the cell development and pilot manufacturing pipeline. Monitor CTQ metrics and deploy statistical process control Proactively flag problems and lead root cause analysis efforts including FMEAs and metrology R&R, and manage reliability improvement deep divesUphold strong safety, documentation, and data integrity practicesOther duties as assigned, consistent with the scope and level of this position.Minimum QualificationsEducationPhD in relevant field + 3 years relevant experience, MS + 6 years relevant experience, BS + 8 years relevant experience, or 13 years related industry experienceExperienceDemonstrated experience interfacing between teams in different departments to deliver products, processes, or systems key to all stakeholdersProven experience developing quality programs from early research through scale-up and commercializationDemonstrated experience developing process improvement programs and quality tracking systemsProven ability to build and lead teams in dynamic startup environmentsSkills & KnowledgeManagement of a small team of individual contributors in a fast-paced environment with stakeholders across multiple departmentsMastery of metrological equipment, including aspects of detailed instrumentation specification, facilities requirements, testing logistics with a \"high mix\" of varied use cases and test conditions, calibration, and repairDemonstrated ability to manage complicated programs involving stakeholders from disparate groups (cell engineering, facilities, equipment vendors, senior management, external customers, safety test vendors, etc) to define and complete test programs and ensuring customer satisfactionAbility to distill complex and extensive test data into clear reports, through data processing, graphing, and statistical analysisDeep familiarity with software solutions for creating and managing quality data, including statistical analysis and machine learning capabilitiesPreferred Qualifications3+ years experience managing teams performing quality systems implementation, process engineering, product quality management, or similar Experience managing inter-team projects with open-ended deliverables and meeting goals and tight schedules in a fast-paced environmentEducation and experience with Six Sigma methodologiesExperience developing quality management systems or their effective equivalentsCore Values — Minimum QualificationsSafety & Security FirstFor employees, customers, and intellectual propertyDemonstrated commitment to maintaining a safe and secure work environment, including adherence to workplace safety protocols, data privacy standards, and confidentiality requirements.Proven ability to identify and appropriately escalate potential risks to personnel, customers, or sensitive information.Trust & RespectTreat everyone with honesty, dignity, and sensitivity. Embrace different perspectives. Be humble.Demonstrated ability to communicate and collaborate effectively with individuals of diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and working styles.Track record of maintaining professionalism, integrity, and discretion in all workplace interactions.Ownership & AccountabilityTake responsibility and action. Set goals and deliver. Don't wait for others.Demonstrated ability to independently prioritize, execute, and follow through on responsibilities with minimal supervision.Proven track record of setting measurable goals, meeting deadlines, and taking initiative to resolve challenges proactively.Technical ExcellenceAlways strive for the best solution possible.Demonstrated commitment to quality and continuous improvement in delivering work product, solutions, and outcomes within area of expertise.Ability to evaluate options critically and apply sound judgment to identify the most effective and scalable solution.Learn & Be CuriousThink outside the box. Always learning.Demonstrated ability to quickly acquire new skills, tools, or domain knowledge in response to evolving business needs.Proven track record of applying creative or unconventional thinking to solve problems.Be ResourcefulBe hungry, frugal, and flexible. Use what you have. Find a way.Demonstrated ability to deliver results in resource-constrained environments by maximizing existing tools, processes, and partnerships.Proven ability to adapt and find effective solutions in ambiguous or rapidly changing situations.Delight CustomersBuild stronger relationships with internal and external customers.Demonstrated commitment to understanding and exceeding the needs of internal and/or external customers.Track record of building and maintaining strong, trust-based relationships that drive positive outcomes for all stakeholders.Physical Requirements & Working ConditionsAbility to sit for extended periods at a workstation and use a computer for up to 8 hours per day.Ability to lift and carry up to 25 lbs. occasionallyRequired to wear personal protective equipment when applicableAble to pass a respirator fit test and wear a respirator periodicallyAble to work in an office, lab, and manufacturing environment with chemicals, moving mechanical parts, and electrical hazardsRegular business hours required; occasional evening or weekend work may be required during peak periods.Salary Range$135,900—$193,000 USDEqual Opportunity Employment StatementBlue Current is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.At-Will Employment & DisclaimerEmployment at Blue Current is at-will. This means that either the employee or Blue Current may terminate the employment relationship at any time, for any reason or no reason, with or without cause, and with or without advance notice, subject to applicable law. This job description does not create an express or implied contract of employment, nor does it alter the at-will nature of the employment relationship. The duties, responsibilities, and qualifications described herein are subject to change at the Company's discretion and do not represent all tasks that may be required of this role.Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for sponsorship now or in the future.","datePosted":"2026-05-31T00:13:31.888Z","dateModified":"2026-05-31T00:13:31.888Z","hiringOrganization":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Blue Current","sameAs":"https://jobsearcher.com"},"jobLocation":{"@type":"Place","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressLocality":"Hayward","addressRegion":"CA","addressCountry":"US"}},"identifier":{"@type":"PropertyValue","name":"JobSearcher","value":"f03ede0130d82503e30ea2ce"},"url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/f03ede0130d82503e30ea2ce"}}