What are the responsibilities and job description for the QMS Engineer position at JINKO SOLAR U.S. INDUSTRIES INC.?
Hiring Position: QMS Engineer
Department：Quality Assurance
Place of Job in the Organizational Structure: QA Superintendent
Job Purpose:
The QMS Engineer is responsible for maintaining and continuously improving the company’s Quality Management System (QMS) in alignment with ISO 9001 and internal standards. This role integrates document control, audit execution, and ECCB-related quality activities, ensuring effective implementation of quality processes, certification compliance, and product reliability control. The position plays a key role in cross-functional coordination, data-driven analysis, and continuous improvement to support both system compliance and operational excellence.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Document Control (35%):
- Maintain and control QMS documentation, including drafting, formatting, revision, and distribution
- Ensure documents are implemented, accessible at point-of-use, and aligned with actual operations (Document = Practice)
- Manage external documents and quality records per retention requirements
- Conduct routine document compliance checks and monthly audits across departments
- Support standardization of templates, numbering systems, and document governance
Audits (30%):
- Execute internal audits (ISO/ process audits). Conduct process and reliability audits (e.g., junction box, production line compliance)
- Coordinate external audits and certification audits, including: Audit preparation, Document collection, On-site/online audit coordination
- Track non-conformities (NCs) and ensure timely and effective closure (CAPA follow-up)
- Summarize audit results and drive continuous improvement actions
ECCB & Reliability Management (25%):
- Support Engineering Change Control Board (ECCB) activities, including:
- Change implementation tracking
- Pilot run coordination and validation
- Risk assessment participation (FMEA-based thinking)
- Monitor product reliability data (mass production testing results)
- Analyze trends and identify risks using data-driven methods
- Prepare reliability and change management reports
- Track and follow up on ECCB-related action items to ensure timely closure
- Coordinate cross-functional teams (Process, QA, Equipment, Production) for change execution
Training & Quality Culture (10%):
- Deliver QMS-related training (document control, audit basics, 5S, etc.)
- Communicate quality requirements and audit expectations across departments
- Support quality culture initiatives (5S, campaigns, engagement activities)
- Track training completion and effectiveness
- Promote employee participation and ownership of quality processes
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Materials Science, or related field)
- 0-3 years of experience in quality, reliability, or certification roles, preferably in the solar or manufacturing industry
- Bilingual in Chinese and English preferred.
- Knowledge of quality management systems, photovoltaic reliability standards, and certification processes
- Strong data analysis, problem-solving, and root cause analysis skills
- Experienced in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and Visio.
Special Requirements:
- Excellent communication and presentation skills – confident, articulate, and persuasive in both English verbal and written formats.
- Familiarity with solar module manufacturing and photovoltaic industry certification standards preferred
- Ability to read and interpret technical documents and certification requirements
- Experience with quality systems, audit processes, or reliability testing preferred
Physical Requirements:
- Must be able to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods, especially during audits or inspections
- Ability to occasionally lift up to 25 pounds
- Ability to travel occasionally for audit and certification purposes
Work Environment:
- Standard office environment with visits to production areas where PPE (personal protective equipment) is required.
- Regular working hours with occasional overtime during audits or certification activities