Operations Planning Specialist

Qcells North America; Cartersville (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Qcells North America is seeking an Operations Planning Specialist in Cartersville to analyze production KPIs across ingots, wafers, cells or modules. You will partner with engineering to craft production plans that meet output goals while controlling costs.

Strong analytics, advanced Excel, and cost variance experience are essential. You will manage CAPEX data, identify cost-saving opportunities, and drive improvements in manufacturing performance.

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.

Responsibilities

• Analyze production KPIs for ingots, wafers, cells or modules.
• Partner with engineers to craft production plans that meet output goals while minimizing expenditures.
• Track production changes and align cost-related metrics like cycle time and productivity.
• Conduct daily and monthly production variance analyses to identify cost deviations.
• Compile and analyze CAPEX data to identify cost discrepancies and insights.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and areas for improvement to ensure competitive pricing.
• Assess economic advantages of new manufacturing technologies and automation—digital tools.
• Resolve day-to-day cost/budget issues related to factory operation.
• Fulfill other responsibilities as assigned.

Skills

Data analytics

Financial analysis

Cost analysis

Advanced Excel

Team player

Organizational skills

Under pressure

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

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.

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.