Job Summary Statement:
The Quality Engineer will be responsible for quality assurance initiatives, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and driving continuous improvement in our manufacturing processes to deliver high-quality solar modules to our customers.
Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:
- Develops, implements, and maintains comprehensive quality assurance programs and processes in alignment with industry standards, regulatory requirements, and company objectives.
- Oversees quality control activities throughout the solar module manufacturing process, including incoming materials inspection, in-process quality checks, and final product inspection. Develop and implement inspection protocols, standards, and procedures to ensure product quality and reliability.
- Conducts root cause analysis and corrective action investigations to identify the underlying causes of quality issues, defects, or deviations in manufacturing processes. Implement corrective and preventive actions to address identified issues and prevent recurrence.
- Collaborates with procurement and supply chain teams to evaluate supplier quality performance, conduct supplier audits, and implement supplier quality improvement initiatives.
- Ensures that supplier products and materials meet specified quality standards and specifications.
- Collaborates with all departments and drives LEAN Operating principles to continuously improve quality and enhance customer satisfaction through entire value chain.
- Works with continuous improvement efforts to enhance manufacturing processes, optimize production efficiency, and minimize waste while maintaining product quality and reliability. Utilizes Lean Six Sigma methodologies, statistical analysis, and process optimization techniques to drive efficiency and effectiveness.
- Develops and maintains quality documentation, including quality control plans, standard operating procedures (SOPs), work instructions, and quality records. Generates quality reports and metrics to track key performance indicators (KPIs), monitor quality trends, and drive data-driven decision-making.
- Ensures compliance with relevant industry standards, regulations, and certifications (e.g., ISO 9001, ISO 14001, IEC standards) governing solar module manufacturing. Stays informed about changes in regulations and standards and implement necessary updates to maintain compliance.
- Provides training and guidance to manufacturing personnel on quality standards, procedures, and best practices. Fosters a culture of quality awareness, accountability, and continuous improvement throughout the organization.
Minimum Requirements and Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in an Engineering discipline, Quality Management, or related field. Advanced degree or relevant certifications (e.g. Certified Quality Engineer) preferred.
- Five (5) years of experience in quality engineering or quality assurance roles preferably within the manufacturing industry.
- Deep understanding of solar module manufacturing processes, materials, and technologies.
- Solid proficiency in quality management systems (QMS), statistical process control (SPC), and quality assurance methodologies.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to conduct root cause analysis and drive corrective actions.
- Experience in supplier quality management, including supplier evaluation, audits, and improvement initiatives.
- Experience in LEAN manufacturing systems and connection to Quality
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and external stakeholders.
- Detail-oriented mindset with a commitment to delivering high-quality results and driving continuous improvement.
- Knowledge of relevant industry standards, regulations, and certifications governing solar module manufacturing processes.
