Quality Sr. Engineer (Cell)

Qcells North America; Cartersville (GA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Hanwha Q CELLS seeks a Quality Sr. Engineer responsible for incoming inspections, product line patrol, and outgoing quality control, updating internal quality rules in line with industry standards and manufacturing timelines.

The role requires 5+ years in quality engineering, strong analytical skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment while ensuring compliance with health and safety procedures. Collaboration with cross-functional teams is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field is required.
• 5+ years of quality engineering experience.
• Strong analytical and organizational abilities.
• Ability to communicate effectively at all levels, both verbally and in writing.
• Knowledge of quality management systems and health and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Conduct inspections and quality tests to ensure compliance with standards.
• Analyze production processes and designs to address quality issues.
• Develop and maintain quality standards and procedures.
• Collect and analyze quality data to monitor performance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement corrective actions.
• Participate in design and implementation of quality control processes and systems.
• Provide training to staff on quality standards and procedures.
• Conduct internal audits to assess adherence to procedures and regulations.
• Manage raw materials quality and supplier data.
• Monitor and review data from supplier reports and process quality.
• Plan and monitor tests and inspections on materials and products.
• Maintain and troubleshoot quality instrumentation devices.
• Prepare reports communicating outcomes of quality activities.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree in related fields

Bachelor's degree in mechanical, material, electrical, chemical, or related engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

CAD

Statics

Minitab

Job description

Quality Sr. Engineer

Summary

The Quality Sr. 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.
• 5+ 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.