Quality Inspector II – Precision & Process Improvement

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

Job summary

First Solar, Inc. in Trinity, Alabama is seeking a Quality Inspector to conduct routine inspections and audits across production, ensuring conformance to First Solar specifications.

You will train Production and Engineering staff, participate in cross-functional teams, and help implement corrective actions; requires high school, 5 years manufacturing, ISO 9001 familiarity, and strong analytical skills.

Qualifications

• High School or GED required.
• 2 yearsPostsecondary studies, associate degree, or Professional Certification required (Technical Field preferred) or 7yrs related Quality Experience.
• Bachelor's Degree highly preferred.
• ASQ Certification (CMI, CPT, CQA) desired.
• 5 years' experience in Manufacturing Environment required.
• 5 years' experience within ISO 9001 (or equivalent) Quality System desired.

Responsibilities

• Complete day-to-day duties and responsibilities under minimal supervision.
• Inspect incoming, in-process, and finished material; analyze data for trends and discrepancies; and disseminate reports efficiently and effectively to facilitate timely decisions by Engineering, Production, and Quality.
• Monitor and audit Manufacturing Processes and Equipment against Core Documentation (PFD, PFMEA, CP, WI) and report discrepancies.
• Handle multiple tasks and employ appropriate prioritization to complete all requirements in a timely and professional manner.
• Execute Quality Management Systems and Record Keeping per First Solar Policy and ISO Standards.
• Interface with other departments, suppliers, customers, and third-party representatives as required.
• Adhere to all safety procedures and good housekeeping standards.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Job description subject to change at any time.

Skills

Critical thinking

Problem solving

Mechanical aptitude

Data analysis

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Precision tools

Microsoft Excel

JMP (plus)

Education

High School or GED

Associate degree / technical cert

Bachelor's degree preferred

ASQ Certification desired

5 years manufacturing experience

ISO 9001 experience

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

JMP

Job description

First Solar, Inc. in Trinity, Alabama is seeking a Quality Inspector to conduct routine inspections and audits across production, ensuring conformance to First Solar specifications.

You will train Production and Engineering staff, participate in cross-functional teams, and help implement corrective actions; requires high school, 5 years manufacturing, ISO 9001 familiarity, and strong analytical skills.