Cell Quality - Solar Manufacturing

Adani Group; Vidisha; On-site; INR 450,000 - 650,000; Full time

Job summary

Adani Group seeks a Shift Engineer - Cluster - IPQA to conduct in-process quality inspections during shifts, monitor production processes, and identify deviations. The role involves recording and analyzing data, supporting corrective actions, and providing training on in-process quality procedures to improve process quality.

Responsible for benchmarking against standards, documenting data, and ensuring compliance with industry specs.

Qualifications

• Diploma or B.Tech in engineering (Chemical/Electrical focus as applicable).
• 2-5 years in production or quality assurance, with in-process inspections.
• Certification: same posting rules for internal and external candidates.

Responsibilities

• Perform in-process quality inspections during assigned shifts across stages (texturing, ARC, metallization).
• Record and analyze quality data; report deviations to Cluster Manager - IPQA.
• Assist in implementing corrective actions and training on in-process procedures.
• Ensure compliance with relevant standards and safety guidelines.

Skills

Data analytics

IPQC proficiency

NDI/NDT/NDE

Quality data analysis

Education

Diploma or B.Tech in engineering

Chemical or Electrical engineering focus

Job description

Purpose/Objective

• The Shift Engineer - Cluster - IPQA conducts in-process quality inspections during shifts, monitoring production processes and identifying quality deviations.
• This role records and analyzes quality data, assists in implementing corrective actions, provides training on in-process quality procedures, and supports continuous improvement initiatives to enhance process quality.

Key Responsibilities of Role

• About Business: Adani Group: Adani Group is a diversified organisation in India comprising 10 publicly traded companies.
• It has created a world class logistics and utility infrastructure portfolio that has a pan-India presence.
• Adani Group is headquartered in Ahmedabad, in the state of Gujarat, India.
• Over the years, Adani Group has positioned itself to be the market leader in its logistics and energy businesses focusing on large scale infrastructure development in India with O & M practices benchmarked to global standards.
• With four IG rated businesses, it is the only Infrastructure Investment Grade issuer in India.
• Adani Solar: Adani Solar is India's 1st and largest vertically integrated solar PV manufacturer with 4 GW cells & modules and 2 GW of ingots & wafers manufacturing capacities.
• Job Purpose: The Shift Engineer - Cluster - IPQA conducts in-process quality inspections during shifts, monitoring production processes and identifying quality deviations.
• This role records and analyzes quality data, assists in implementing corrective actions, provides training on in-process quality procedures, and supports continuous improvement initiatives to enhance process quality.
• Key Responsibilities of Role Safety: Follow and promote safety guidelines during inspections and quality checks, contributing to a safe work environment.
• In-Process Inspections: Conduct in-process quality inspections during assigned shifts to ensure compliance with quality standards at stages like texturing, anti-reflective coating (ARC) application, and metallization.
• Monitor critical process parameters and identify deviations from standards.
• Quality Monitoring: Monitor production processes to identify quality issues, reporting findings to the Cluster Manager - IPQA.
• Assist in implementing corrective actions to address in-process quality deviations.
• Calibration & Validation: Validation of test results and if required, calibration of AOI, Testers (IV curve measurements), weighing balance, & other measurement tool.
• Recipe Management: Defect teaching to AOI and breakage camera.
• Benchmarking: Benchmarking with competitor cells.
• Documentation: Record in-process quality data and perform initial analysis to identify trends and issues.
• Report data and findings to the Cluster Manager - IPQA for further analysis and action.
• Compliance: Ensure incoming materials comply with relevant industry standards and specifications.
• Stay updated on quality standards and inspection protocols specific to solar cell manufacturing.
• Training and Support: Provide on-the-job training to production staff on in-process quality procedures and standards.
• Ensure consistent application of quality protocols across all shifts and production lines.
• Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities for process improvements and work with the IPQA team to implement changes.
• Participate in quality improvement projects and initiatives.
• Key Stakeholders - Internal: Cluster Manager - IPQA, Shift Engineer - Cluster - FQA, Shift Engineer - Cluster, Incoming, Production Supervisors, Maintenance Team, Process Improvement Team.
• Key Stakeholders - External: Process Equipment Suppliers, Quality Consultants, Regulatory Agencies.

Technical Competencies

• Data Analytics and Reporting-Solar Mfg Desired Proficiency,
• FMEA (Failure Mode and Effects Analysis)-Solar Mfg Desired Proficiency Level,
• In-Process Quality Control (IPQC)-Solar Mfg Desired Proficiency,
• Non-destructive Inspection, Testing, and Evaluation (NDI, NDT & NDE)-Solar Mfg Desired Proficiency Level

Qualifications and Experience

• Diploma or B.
• E/B.
• Tech in Chemical/Electrical Engineering.
• Work Experience (Range of years): 2-5 years in production or quality assurance, focusing on in-process inspections.
• Certification: Same Posting Description for Internal and External Candidates