Silfab Solar
Job Description
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Summary of Position _
The Quality Technician I is responsible for supporting the quality control and assurance processes within a company. This entry-level position is responsible for assisting with inspections, tests, data collection, and documentation to ensure that products or services meet the established quality standards and specifications. The schedule for this position is Monday through Friday, 7:00AM to 3:30PM
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Essential Duties and Responsibilities _
Perform quality controls following the Work Instructions (WI’s) on raw materials, semi-finished, and finished products.
Monitor the variations in scrap products and raw materials (out of spec) that are rejected at the various steps of production flow. Make statistical evaluations and define corrective actions in collaboration with Management.
Suggest improvements of the WI’s in order to reduce scrap and improve the performance of the finished product.
Improve the capacity for in-depth analysis and improvement of the process.
Continually support and train the Production staff on WI’s, quality and process issues in cooperation with Management.
Perform final inspection of finished goods and perform defect analysis and pareto of defects.
Train backend personnel on quality defects and communicate defects
Create statistical analysis and reports on the quality of raw materials and finished product as required.
Utilize and maintain the supplied instruments of measurement according to WI and safety standards.
Monitor and audit operations, suggesting improvements to the tools of quality control used in the production line (vision systems, EL test, Sun Simulator, HiPOT, etc.) and in the QA room.
Manage, maintain, and calibrate the instruments of measurement in the production line and in the QA room.
Prepare reference modules for the calibration of solar simulator in collaboration with PTs and TLs.
Produce, in collaboration with the certified laboratories, "Master Modules" as required.
Suggest measures that will improve the traceability of the finished product.
Liaise with suppliers and customers when required.
In collaboration Management, produce and maintain all documentation required for the Quality manual in respecting the ISO standards.
Provide hourly reporting to Management team via email
Other duties and tasks as assigned to support the Quality Manager.
Qualifications: Qualifications
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Skills _
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision yet knows when to ask for help.
Proven proficiency with computers, Microsoft Office and Excel programs, and statistical software packages.
Excellent understanding of problem-solving techniques including 8D, 5Why’s, Fishbone, etc.
Works well within a team environment.
Ability to learn and apply new knowledge to resolve problems.
Knowledge of reading blueprints/ GD&T Drawings
Traits
Personal attributes should include being respectful of all people, transparent behavior, hardworking, energetic, reliable, self-disciplined, cooperative, and results oriented.
Education and/or Experience
Manufacturing experience in a technical role, preferred
Previous PV module manufacturing experience, preferred
Additional Information
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Compensation and Benefits _
$23/hour - $26/hour
Paid Time Off (vacation, sick, and holiday)
401(k) Retirement Plan
Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans
Health Savings Account option
Supplemental/Voluntary Insurance Plans
Employee Assistance Program
Tuition Reimbursement Program
Employee Recognition Programs
Employee PV Panel Purchase Program
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Summary of Position _
The Quality Technician I is responsible for supporting the quality control and assurance processes within a company. This entry-level position is responsible for assisting with inspections, tests, data collection, and documentation to ensure that products or services meet the established quality standards and specifications. The schedule for this position is Monday through Friday, 7:00AM to 3:30PM
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Essential Duties and Responsibilities _
Perform quality controls following the Work Instructions (WI’s) on raw materials, semi-finished, and finished products.
Monitor the variations in scrap products and raw materials (out of spec) that are rejected at the various steps of production flow. Make statistical evaluations and define corrective actions in collaboration with Management.
Suggest improvements of the WI’s in order to reduce scrap and improve the performance of the finished product.
Improve the capacity for in-depth analysis and improvement of the process.
Continually support and train the Production staff on WI’s, quality and process issues in cooperation with Management.
Perform final inspection of finished goods and perform defect analysis and pareto of defects.
Train backend personnel on quality defects and communicate defects
Create statistical analysis and reports on the quality of raw materials and finished product as required.
Utilize and maintain the supplied instruments of measurement according to WI and safety standards.
Monitor and audit operations, suggesting improvements to the tools of quality control used in the production line (vision systems, EL test, Sun Simulator, HiPOT, etc.) and in the QA room.
Manage, maintain, and calibrate the instruments of measurement in the production line and in the QA room.
Prepare reference modules for the calibration of solar simulator in collaboration with PTs and TLs.
Produce, in collaboration with the certified laboratories, "Master Modules" as required.
Suggest measures that will improve the traceability of the finished product.
Liaise with suppliers and customers when required.
In collaboration Management, produce and maintain all documentation required for the Quality manual in respecting the ISO standards.
Provide hourly reporting to Management team via email
Other duties and tasks as assigned to support the Quality Manager.
Qualifications: Qualifications
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Skills _
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision yet knows when to ask for help.
Proven proficiency with computers, Microsoft Office and Excel programs, and statistical software packages.
Excellent understanding of problem-solving techniques including 8D, 5Why’s, Fishbone, etc.
Works well within a team environment.
Ability to learn and apply new knowledge to resolve problems.
Knowledge of reading blueprints/ GD&T Drawings
Traits
Personal attributes should include being respectful of all people, transparent behavior, hardworking, energetic, reliable, self-disciplined, cooperative, and results oriented.
Education and/or Experience
Manufacturing experience in a technical role, preferred
Previous PV module manufacturing experience, preferred
Additional Information
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Compensation and Benefits _
$23/hour - $26/hour
Paid Time Off (vacation, sick, and holiday)
401(k) Retirement Plan
Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans
Health Savings Account option
Supplemental/Voluntary Insurance Plans
Employee Assistance Program
Tuition Reimbursement Program
Employee Recognition Programs
Employee PV Panel Purchase Program