Quality Engineer (Cell)

Qcells North America; Cartersville (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Hanwha Q CELLS in the United States seeks a Quality Engineer to oversee incoming inspections, product line patrol, and outgoing quality control while updating internal quality rules. You will analyze processes, develop standards, collect quality data, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive corrective actions.

The role emphasizes fast-paced manufacturing, data-driven decision making, and adherence to health and safety procedures.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related fields is required.
• 3+ years of quality engineering experience.
• Excellent logic and analytical abilities are essential.
• Strong organizational aptitude and attention to detail.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and relevant software.
• Ability to communicate effectively at all levels, verbally and in writing.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to various tasks.

Responsibilities

• Conduct inspections and quality tests across production processes.
• Analyze production and designs to address quality issues.
• Develop and maintain quality standards and procedures.
• Collect and analyze quality data to monitor performance.
• Collaborate to implement corrective actions and preventives.
• Design and improve quality control processes and systems.
• Provide training to quality and production staff.
• Perform internal audits and manage supplier quality data.
• Plan, conduct, and monitor tests on materials and products.
• Maintain and troubleshoot quality instrumentation.
• Prepare reports communicating outcomes of quality activities.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Strong organization

Effective communication

Proactive problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in related fields

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

CAD

Minitab

Statics

Job description

Description

QUALITY ENGINEER

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.

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.