Quality Supervisor (m/w/d)

Making a difference in the world by reducing carbon emissions and improving access to clean energy with every module we make.

Our purpose is to make a difference in the world by reducing carbon emissions and improving access to clean energy with every module we make.

At Silfab Solar, the energy of our people is the power behind our success. Our employees actively shape the solar innovations of tomorrow, while adhering to the highest ethical operating standards and promoting a respectful and safe workplace for our diverse workforce.

Our state-of-the art facilities in the US and Canada engineer and design the latest generation of solar products and utilize advanced manufacturing technology to produce high-efficiency PV cells and modules intended to outperform the market. As a profitable and rapidly expanding company in one of the fastest-growing sectors in the renewable energy industry, Silfab provides you with an incredible opportunity to build your career and contribute to a sustainable future. We are committed to investing in our employees, providing a dynamic and supportive environment for learning and professional growth. We offer competitive pay, generous benefits, and opportunities for advancement, but more importantly, we offer you the ability to make a real difference in the world.

Together we can create a brighter, cleaner future for generations to come.

Job Description

The Quality Supervisor is responsible for overseeing and ensuring the implementation of quality control measures and standards within the organization. You will play a crucial role in maintaining and improving the quality of products, processes, and services. Your attention to detail, analytical skills, and leadership abilities will contribute to the overall success of the company's quality management efforts. This role follows a Pitman Schedule, which includes a rotating 12-hour shift with every other weekend off.

Qualifications

• Manage daily performance of QC staff
• Responsible for leading, motivating, and training QC personnel to meet or exceed department and company goals and objectives
• Lead or assist in Quality department projects as assigned by Management and assist Engineering and Manufacturing with projects, as appropriate
• Investigate root cause of customer complaints and initiate/complete corrective action, as appropriate
• Propose, promote and champion actions to improve quality, processes and product
• Eliminate process variation and product defects through creative solutions
• Maintain ISO based quality systems
• Implement and manage systems to complete statistical analyses and control of all products including raw materials, WIP materials, non-conforming products, and finished goods
• Ensure customer requirements are met
• Devise ways to reduce waste and increase efficiency
• Actively drive Lean Manufacturing initiatives using all available tools and technologies
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, establishing personal networks, and participating in professional societies
• Participate in internal and external audits
• Develop and present KPI reports
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

• Ability to work cross-functionally
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills
• Excellent time-management skills
• Ability to work independently and as a part of team
• Strong project management skills
• Knowledge in working with Lean Manufacturing/JIT, Six Sigma methodologies and Total Quality fundamentals
• Proficient in Excel

Traits

• Detail oriented
• Excellent mistake-proofing, troubleshooting and problem-solving skills

Education and/or Experience

• Bachelors degree in STEM, related field, or equivalent work experience, required
• 3+ years in Quality Assurance, required
• 5 years in PV manufacturing or another PV-related field, preferred
• Minimum 2 years in Supervision/Management, required

Compensation and Benefits

• Salary: $78,000 - $85,000 annually
• Annual bonus eligibility of up to 10% of salary, dependent on company, department, and individual performance metrics
• 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