Engineer- Quality II

Basic Job Functions:-

Define, implement and monitor quality system (including training), materials, and product specification according to company policy and ISO standards to ensure internal and external customer satisfaction and work with engineering team in troubleshooting process and equipment related issues for continuous improvement.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities:-

• Responsible for the development and the maintenance of Quality Assurance procedures and records per ISO standards.
• Responsible for the training of personnel on Quality System requirements and procedures as required.
• Interface with other departments and customer on quality issues and feedback for root cause and corrective action.
• Define and implement corrective action and continuous improvement activities as assigned.
• Drive continuous improvement project in area of safety, quality, productivity and cost saving.
• Drive continuous improvement project in area of safety, quality, productivity and cost saving
• Utilize structured problem-solving methodology (7-Step, Why-Why Analysis, Fishbone diagram etc) in addressing internal quality issues and customer complaint.
• Participate in ISO internal audit as internal auditor.
• Participate in production readiness program.
• Communicate between different plants and ensure copy smart philosophy is followed.
• Assess risk evaluation and risk mitigation of quality issues and customer complaint.
• Train, plan, coordinate and supervise quality technician activity, and keep track their performance and development when applicable.
• Responsible for PRM test and ensure test and measurements are carried out in compliance to control plans and work instructions, including PRM sample management. (Applicable to Quality Operation)                                                                                                                                                                            
• Perform data analysis using JMP and SQL application and prepare reports for reliability investigation and reliability test metrics. (Applicable to Quality Operation)

Education:-

• Bachelor Degree in any technical field from accredited program

Experience:-

• 4 -7 years related working experience in a manufacturing environment

Required Skills:-

Behavioral:-

• Good oral and written communication skill
• Meticulous and attentive to details
• Good team orientation
• Possess change orientation and continuous learning attitude
• Possess initiative and commitment to achieve
• Proven problem-solving skill
• Possess the ability to lead team
• Proven influential and decision-making skill

Technical:-

• Excellent computer knowledge skills
• Proven Knowledge of ISO standards, IEC Standard, VDE or UL requirements
• Knowledge of internal or external audits
• Proven knowledge in statistical application and data analysis skill
• Preferred Six Sigma knowledge with Green Belt certification
• Six Sigma Black Belt certification added advantage
• Basic knowledge in JMP and SQL added advantage

Location:-

• Tamil Nadu, India.

Company Overview:-

First Solar is leading the world’s sustainable energy future. We are an exciting work environment in one of the most important industries of the 21st century. First Solar is a leader in the development and manufacturing of thin film solar modules used in grid-connected solar power plants. Our cost-advantaged solar technology boasts the smallest carbon footprint, lowest life cycle water use, and fastest energy payback in the industry. We are delivering solutions to the world’s most pressing challenges including climate change, energy security, water scarcity, and the unsustainable growing consumption of natural resources. At First Solar, you will feel valued, appreciated and challenged, working side-by-side with some of the top minds in the industry. You will be regularly updated on the company’s goals, progress and achievements. First Solar maintains a culture where all associates work together to lead the world’s sustainable energy future. We believe in employee engagement, collaboration, well-being and productivity for all generations and emerging work styles. We’re changing the world. Now, let us start with yours. First Solar is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. First Solar’s policy is not to discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, disability or any other basis protected by application country, federal, state or local laws; the company prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.