Quality Lead - Manufacturing

SolarEdge Technologies; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

SolarEdge Technologies is seeking a Quality Lead in Austin, TX to oversee quality control activities for their products. This role involves managing a team of quality technicians, developing procedures, and ensuring adherence to standards. Candidates should have at least 3 years in a QC position and experience in managing teams, with a focus on process audits and proficiency in problem-solving. Join a dynamic environment fostering clean energy innovation and sustainability.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years in a QC position in SMT/W.S./BOX build production.
• Minimum 2 years of people management experience.
• Experience in process audits for SMT, WS, and TLA processes.

Responsibilities

• Oversee quality control activities to ensure standards are met.
• Manage a team of quality technicians and inspectors.
• Develop quality procedures and collaborate with production teams.

Skills

Problem-solving techniques

Excel

PowerPoint

Organizational skills

High sense of urgency

Education

High school diploma or above

Job description

Are you ready to power the future? At SolarEdge (NASDAQ: SEDG), we are a global leader in smart energy technology, with over 4,000 employees, offices in 34 countries, and millions of installations worldwide.

Our innovative solutions include solar inverters, battery storage, backup systems, EV charging, and AI‑based energy management. We are committed to making clean, green energy the primary power source for homes, businesses, and beyond.

With the growing demand for electricity, the need for smart, clean energy sources is constantly rising. SolarEdge offers amazing opportunities to develop your skills in a multidisciplinary environment, covering everything from research and development to production and customer supply. Work with talented colleagues, tackle exciting challenges, and help create a sustainable future in an industry that is always evolving and innovating.

Job Overview

The Quality Lead oversees and coordinates quality control activities to ensure products meet company standards. They manage a team of quality technicians and inspectors, develop quality procedures, and collaborate with production teams to identify and resolve quality issues, ultimately ensuring the delivery of high‑quality products to customers.

Location

Austin, TX

Shift

2nd Shift (3:00 p – 11:00 p); 3rd Shift (11:00 p – 7:00 a)

Duties and Responsibilities

• Execute OBA inspection according to SE procedures.
• Conduct process audits and random inspections on boards according to SE procedures.
• Notify CM Quality, QA Director, and Quality Engineers for any OBA or audit findings, critical/repetitive issues, and follow root‑cause analysis and actions from CM.
• Daily report on boards/units inspection.
• Daily report on process audits, including findings.
• Support QC inspectors during urgent and overload work.
• Ensure handover to next shift handles quality issues, ECO/DEV follow‑ups, special requirements, email checks, and previous shift issue follow‑ups.
• Provide new employee training and periodic certification (including Attribute Gauge R&R).
• Audit QC inspectors’ work, ensure adherence to AI/WI, and train them accordingly.
• Verify that all IPQC monitors are executed by CM.
• Conduct or lead meetings with CM to address OBA and critical quality issues.

Requirements

• Graduate from high school or above.
• At least 3 years of experience in a QC position in SMT/W.S./BOX build production in a relevant industry.
• At least 2 years of experience managing people.
• Experience in process audits for SMT, WS, and TLA processes.
• Experience in process controls for electronic board manufacturing and top‑level assembly.
• Familiar with IPC‑610 and audit implementation.
• Knowledge of sampling plans (preferred).
• Proficiency in problem‑solving techniques.
• Proficient in Excel and PowerPoint.
• Responsible and organized.
• High sense of urgency.

EEO Statement

SolarEdge proudly seeks to build a richly diverse workforce by hiring people with a diversity of thoughts, identities, perspectives, and experiences that help advance the difference we make for consumers. We encourage members of traditionally underrepresented communities to apply, including women, LGBTQIA people, people of color, and people with disabilities.