Quality Engineer (Cell)

Qcells North America; Cartersville (GA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Hanwha Q CELLS in Cartersville, GA seeks a Quality Engineer to lead incoming inspections, line patrols, and outgoing quality control, ensuring compliance with industry standards within tight manufacturing timelines.

The role involves analyzing processes, developing quality standards, data-driven performance monitoring, and cross-functional problem solving. Candidates should have 3+ years in quality engineering and a strong manufacturing quality mindset.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related fields is required.
• 3+ years of quality engineering experience.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent organizational abilities and attention to detail.
• Ability to communicate effectively at all levels.
• Experience with manufacturing quality systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct inspections and quality tests to ensure compliance with standards.
• Analyze production processes and designs to identify quality issues.
• Develop and maintain quality standards and procedures.
• Collect and analyze quality data to monitor performance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on corrective actions and prevention.
• Participate in design and implementation of quality control processes.
• Provide training to staff on quality standards and procedures.
• Conduct internal audits and manage supplier quality data.
• Maintain and troubleshoot quality instrumentation and data records.

Skills

Quality engineering

Analytical abilities

Organization

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

CAD/Statics/Minitab

Job description

Summary

The Quality Engineer is responsible for incoming inspections, product line patrol, outgoing quality control, and updating factory internal quality rules, all in accordance with high industry standards and within manufacturing timescales.

QUALITY ENGINEER

The Quality Engineer is responsible for incoming inspections, product line patrol, outgoing quality control, and updating factory internal quality rules, all in accordance with high industry standards and within manufacturing timescales.

Responsibilities

• Conduct inspections and quality tests on products throughout the production processes to ensure compliance with quality standards.
• Analyze production processes and product designs to identify and address quality issues.
• Develop and maintain quality standards and procedures to uphold consistent product quality.
• Collect and analyze quality-related data to monitor performance and identify areas for improvement.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement corrective actions and preventive measures to resolve quality issues.
• Participate in the design and implementation of quality control processes and systems.
• Provide training and support to quality & production staff to ensure understanding and compliance with quality standards.
• Conduct internal audits to assess adherence to quality procedures and regulations.
• Manage raw materials' quality to ensure consistency and integrity.
• Regularly monitor and review data based on suppliers’ reports, yield, and each process quality.
• Plan, conduct, and monitor tests and inspections on materials and products to ensure the quality of finished products.
• Maintain, test, and troubleshoot quality instrumentation devices.
• Prepare reports to communicate outcomes of quality activities.
• Accurately record data and production information.
• Adhere to the Health & Safety procedures.
• Adhere to the policies and procedures of Hanwha Qcells.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned by management.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related fields.
• 3+ years of quality engineering experience.
• Excellent logic and analytical abilities.
• Strong organization aptitude and attention to detail.
• A solid understanding of quality in the manufacturer.
• Able to tolerate a fast-paced work environment in areas that are not climate-controlled.
• Able to cope with pressure, self-motivated, and driven team player.
• Proactive approach toward various issues.
• Ability to communicate effectively at all levels, both verbally and in writing.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and other relevant software.
• Flexibility to adapt to different tasks.
• Awareness of Health and Safety.

Preferred Qualifications

• Korean bilingual preferred.
• Analytical skills and knowledge of quality.
• Completion of training on ISO9001 quality management system
• Bachelor's degree in mechanical, material, electrical, chemical, and other engineering
• Relevant experience within an industrial engineering environment (semiconductor, solar, etc.)
• Strong organizational and project management skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and other relevant software
• Proficiency in Engineering tools (CAD, Statics, Minitab, etc.)

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.