Operations Planning Specialist

Qcells North America; Cartersville (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

QCELLS in Cartersville, Georgia is seeking an Operations Planning Specialist to analyze production KPIs across ingots, wafers, cells, or modules. You will collaborate with engineers to develop production plans that meet output goals while minimizing costs and tracking cost-related metrics such as cycle time and productivity.

The role involves daily and monthly variance analyses, CAPEX data review to identify discrepancies, and identifying opportunities for cost savings and technology adoption to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in a related field.
• 3+ years of relevant work experience.
• Strong data analytics and financial/cost analysis skills.
• Advanced Excel with complex models.
• Team-based, deadline-driven performer.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Data analytics

Financial analysis

Cost analysis

Analytical visualization

Team collaboration

Deadline-driven

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Tools

Microsoft Excel

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.

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.