Team Member-Cell Quality

Adani; Mundra; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Adani in Mundra seeks an experienced Quality Leader for Solar Cell Manufacturing to ensure adherence to top quality standards across the production line. You will develop and monitor QC plans, drive Kaizen initiatives, and lead CAPA and root cause analyses to reduce defects and improve yield.

The role requires coordinating with production, process engineering, and supply chain teams, delivering dashboards, and mentoring staff in quality best practices.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4-6 years of experience in Solar Cell Manufacturing or related high-tech industries.
• Hands-on experience in defect reduction, yield improvement, and quality management systems.
• B.E./B.Tech in Electrical, Electronics, Chemical, Materials Science, or Mechanical Engineering; M.Tech/MBA adds advantage.

Responsibilities

• Ensure adherence to quality standards and specifications throughout the solar cell manufacturing process.
• Develop, implement, and monitor quality control plans, inspection methodologies, and testing procedures.
• Drive in-process quality checks and final product audits to ensure regulatory and customer compliance.
• Lead quality improvement projects to reduce defects, enhance yield, and improve process capability.
• Lead root cause analysis, implement CAPA, and drive problem-solving using 8D, FMEA, SPC, and Six Sigma.
• Coordinate with Production, Process Engineering, Maintenance, Technology, and Supply Chain teams on quality initiatives.
• Prepare and present quality dashboards and performance reviews to management; mentor team members.

Skills

Quality management

CAPA

Root cause analysis

8D Analysis

FMEA

SPC

Six Sigma

Statistical analysis

Quality dashboards

Kaizen

Supplier quality

Education

B.E./B.Tech in Electrical/ Electronics/ Chemical/ Materials Science/ Mechanical

M.Tech/MBA in Operations/Quality/ Manufacturing Management (advantage)

Tools

ISO 9001

ISO 14001

ISO 45001

Audit management

SOPs documentation

FMEA

Job description

• Ensure adherence to quality standards and specifications throughout the solar cell manufacturing process.
• Develop, implement, and monitor quality control plans, inspection methodologies, and testing procedures.
• Drive in-process quality checks and final product audits to ensure compliance with customer and regulatory requirements.
• Lead quality improvement projects to reduce defects, enhance yield, and improve process capability.

Process Monitoring & Control

• Analyze quality trends, process deviations, and manufacturing parameters to identify improvement opportunities.
• Monitor key quality KPIs such as yield, defect density, scrap rates, reliability performance, and customer complaints.
• Collaborate with production and process engineering teams to establish robust process controls.

Defect Analysis & Corrective Actions

• Lead root cause analysis (RCA) for quality failures, product non-conformities, and customer complaints.
• Implement CAPA (Corrective and Preventive Actions) to eliminate recurring quality issues.
• Utilize quality tools such as 8D, Fishbone Analysis, FMEA, SPC, Six Sigma, and Statistical Analysis techniques.

Reliability & Product Performance

• Support reliability testing and validation activities to ensure product performance and long-term durability.
• Monitor cell efficiency trends and performance metrics to achieve quality and yield targets.
• Coordinate failure analysis activities with relevant stakeholders and laboratories.

Supplier & Incoming Quality Management

• Review incoming material quality and collaborate with suppliers to resolve quality concerns.
• Conduct supplier performance assessments and quality improvement initiatives as required.
• Ensure compliance of raw materials with defined specifications and standards.

Audits & Compliance

• Ensure adherence to ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, and other relevant quality management systems.
• Participate in internal, external, customer, and certification audits.
• Maintain quality documentation, SOPs, process records, and audit readiness.

Stakeholder Management

• Work closely with Production, Process Engineering, Maintenance, Technology, and Supply Chain teams.
• Support product qualification, process transfers, and new technology implementation projects.
• Mentor and guide team members on quality standards, best practices, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Prepare and present quality dashboards, reports, and performance reviews to management.
• Lead Kaizen initiatives focused on manufacturing excellence and operational efficiency.
• Drive a culture of quality awareness and continuous improvement across the manufacturing organization.

Qualifications

Educational Qualification

• B.E./B.Tech in Electrical, Electronics, Chemical, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, or related discipline.
• M.Tech/MBA in Operations, Quality, or Manufacturing Management will be an added advantage.

Experience

• Minimum 4-6 years of experience in Solar Cell Manufacturing, Semiconductor, Electronics Manufacturing, or High-Technology Manufacturing industries.
• Hands-on experience in solar cell manufacturing processes, defect reduction, yield improvement, and quality management systems.