Silfab Solar
Quality Technician I
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. Essential duties and responsibilities include: Performing quality controls following the Work Instructions (WI's) on raw materials, semi-finished, and finished products. Monitoring the variations in scrap products and raw materials (out of spec) that are rejected at the various steps of production flow. Making statistical evaluations and defining corrective actions in collaboration with Management. Suggesting improvements of the WI's in order to reduce scrap and improve the performance of the finished product. Improving the capacity for in-depth analysis and improvement of the process. Continually supporting and training the Production staff on WI's, quality and process issues in cooperation with Management. Performing final inspection of finished goods and performing defect analysis and pareto of defects. Training backend personnel on quality defects and communicating defects. Creating statistical analysis and reports on the quality of raw materials and finished product as required. Utilizing and maintaining the supplied instruments of measurement according to WI and safety standards. Monitoring and auditing 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. Managing, maintaining, and calibrating the instruments of measurement in the production line and in the QA room. Preparing reference modules for the calibration of solar simulator in collaboration with PTs and TLs. Producing, in collaboration with the certified laboratories, "Master Modules" as required. Suggesting measures that will improve the traceability of the finished product. Liaise with suppliers and customers when required. In collaboration with Management, producing and maintaining all documentation required for the Quality manual in respecting the ISO standards. Providing hourly reporting to Management team via email. Other duties and tasks as assigned to support the Quality Manager. Skills include: 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 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 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
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. Essential duties and responsibilities include: Performing quality controls following the Work Instructions (WI's) on raw materials, semi-finished, and finished products. Monitoring the variations in scrap products and raw materials (out of spec) that are rejected at the various steps of production flow. Making statistical evaluations and defining corrective actions in collaboration with Management. Suggesting improvements of the WI's in order to reduce scrap and improve the performance of the finished product. Improving the capacity for in-depth analysis and improvement of the process. Continually supporting and training the Production staff on WI's, quality and process issues in cooperation with Management. Performing final inspection of finished goods and performing defect analysis and pareto of defects. Training backend personnel on quality defects and communicating defects. Creating statistical analysis and reports on the quality of raw materials and finished product as required. Utilizing and maintaining the supplied instruments of measurement according to WI and safety standards. Monitoring and auditing 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. Managing, maintaining, and calibrating the instruments of measurement in the production line and in the QA room. Preparing reference modules for the calibration of solar simulator in collaboration with PTs and TLs. Producing, in collaboration with the certified laboratories, "Master Modules" as required. Suggesting measures that will improve the traceability of the finished product. Liaise with suppliers and customers when required. In collaboration with Management, producing and maintaining all documentation required for the Quality manual in respecting the ISO standards. Providing hourly reporting to Management team via email. Other duties and tasks as assigned to support the Quality Manager. Skills include: 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 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 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