Quality Assurance Tech II: Inspections & Improvements

First Solar; Trinity (AL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

First Solar is seeking a Quality Inspector/Quality Representative to perform routine inspections and audits across production, ensuring adherence to First Solar specifications. You will train Production and Engineering staff and participate in cross-functional teams to implement corrective and preventive actions for continuous improvement.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, 5 years in a manufacturing environment with ISO 9001 experience; ASQ certifications are desirable.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED is required.
• 2 years of postsecondary studies or an associate certification; technical field preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree highly preferred.
• ASQ Certification (CMI, CPT, CQA) desired.
• 5 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment.
• 5 years’ experience with ISO 9001 quality systems.

Responsibilities

• Complete day-to-day duties with minimal supervision.
• Inspect incoming, in-process, and finished material; analyze data for trends.
• Monitor and audit manufacturing processes and equipment against documentation.
• Interface with departments, suppliers, customers and third parties.
• Adhere to safety procedures and housekeeping standards.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Critical thinking

Mechanical aptitude

Data analysis

Observations & reporting

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Measuring tools

Education

High School diploma or GED

Associate degree or technical certification

Bachelor’s degree preferred

ASQ Certification (CMI, CPT, CQA) desired

5 years manufacturing experience

5 years ISO 9001 quality systems

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

JMP

Micrometers

Gage blocks

Calipers

Microscopes

Job description

First Solar is seeking a Quality Inspector/Quality Representative to perform routine inspections and audits across production, ensuring adherence to First Solar specifications. You will train Production and Engineering staff and participate in cross-functional teams to implement corrective and preventive actions for continuous improvement.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, 5 years in a manufacturing environment with ISO 9001 experience; ASQ certifications are desirable.