Operations Planning Specialist

Qcells North America; Cartersville (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Qcells North America in Cartersville, GA is seeking an Operations Planning Specialist to analyze production KPIs and manage cost variance and CAPEX, driving improved manufacturing performance.

You'll partner with engineers to develop plans that meet output goals, track cycle times and productivity, and identify cost-saving opportunities while ensuring quality and competitive pricing.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher required.
• 3+ years of relevant experience in manufacturing planning or cost analysis.
• Strong data analytics and financial analysis skills.
• Advanced Excel skills and data visualization ability.
• Able to work in a team and meet deadlines.
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Analyze production KPIs for ingots, wafers, cells, or modules.
• Partner with engineers to craft production plans meeting output goals while controlling costs.
• Track production changes and key cost metrics like cycle time and productivity.
• Perform daily and monthly variance analyses to identify cost deviations.
• Compile CAPEX data and identify efficiency improvements.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and assess new manufacturing technologies.
• Resolve day-to-day cost/budget issues in factory operations.
• Fulfill other responsibilities as assigned.

Job description

Summary

QCELLS, America's leading solar hub operator, is proud to offer unparalleled experience in solar panel manufacturing operations and managerial accounting through its Cartersville Operations Team. As an Operations Planning Specialist, you will play a pivotal role in analyzing production key performance indicators (KPIs). You will also conduct cost variance analysis, manage capital expenditures (CAPEX) and devise strategies to enhance overall manufacturing performance.

Description

QCELLS, America's leading solar hub operator, is proud to offer unparalleled experience in solar panel manufacturing operations and managerial accounting through its Cartersville Operations Team. As an Operations Planning Specialist, you will play a pivotal role in analyzing production key performance indicators (KPIs). You will also conduct cost variance analysis, manage capital expenditures (CAPEX) and devise strategies to enhance overall manufacturing performance.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and facilitate production key performance indicators of ingots, wafers, cells or modules. You will be assigned one of the four sections (I/W/C/M) and the assigned section may change, depending on expertise and the team requirements.
• Partner with engineers to craft production plans that meet output goals while minimizing expenditures.
• Collaborate with engineers to track production changes and align key cost-related metrics like cycle time and productivity.
• Conduct daily and monthly production variance analyses to pinpoint cost deviations and create plans to address them.
• Compile and analyze CAPEX data to identify cost discrepancies, make necessary adjustments, and uncover actionable insights for capital expenditure efficiency.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and areas for improvement to ensure competitive pricing without compromising quality.
• Assess the potential economic advantages and cost-effectiveness of adopting new manufacturing technologies, automation solutions, and digital tools.
• Resolve day-to-day cost/budget issues related to factory operation.
• Fulfill other responsibilities as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher.
• 3+ years of relevant work experience
• Strong understanding of data analytics, financial analysis or cost analysis.
• Excellent analytical skills, with the ability to visualize data.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, with the ability to utilize complex business models.
• Thrives in a team environment.
• Accountable with outstanding organizational aptitude.
• Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications

• Basic understanding of managerial accounting.
• Fluency in Korean, with the ability to communicate effectively with engineers.
• Solid understanding in engineering, manufacturing, or production.

Hanwha Q CELLS provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics.