Student Worker - In-Process Quality Control Technician

Summary: The In-Process Quality Control Technician is responsible for ensuring that all components and solar panels meet quality standards during the manufacturing process. This role involves conducting visual and dimensional inspections, identifying defects, maintaining accurate records of inspection results and ensuring compliance with established specifications and standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct visual and dimensional inspections of in-process components, sub-assembly and solar panels.
• Maintain accurate records of inspection, test results, including any nonconforming products. Create inspection reports and communicate findings to relevant internal departments and QC Manager.
• Identify defects and non-conformities in products and processes, record them, and initiate corrective actions requests (CAR) with the team to resolve quality issues
• Use precision measuring tools such as calipers, micrometers, gauges, and other testing equipment.
• Perform first-article, in-process, and final inspections to ensure products meet quality standards.
• Monitor production processes to ensure compliance with quality standards and specifications.
• Collaborate with production and engineering teams to resolve quality concerns and implement corrective actions.
• Assist with production audits to ensure required quality checks and inspections are completed.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product quality and manufacturing efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and company policies.
  
  

Qualifications

• Associate degree in manufacturing, engineering, or a related field.
• 2-3 years of experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably in the solar industry.
• Prior experience in quality control or inspection in solar module manufacturing or production environment is an asset.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word and Powerpoint).
• Knowledge of quality management systems and ISO standards.
  
  

Skills

• Proficiency in using measuring instruments (micrometers, calipers, gauges) and testing equipment (power supplies, hypot testers etc.).
• Good and strong communication skills and ability to work well with others in a high-stress production environment.
• Strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy and ability to identify defects and deviations.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and specifications.
  
  

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with higher-than-normal sound levels.
• Ability to stand for long periods during inspections.
• Excellent eyesight for detecting defects and deviations.
• Ability to lift up 35lbs-40lbs during inspections.
  
  

Work Environment

• Manufacturing plant or warehouse setting.
• Use of safety equipment (gloves, glasses, safety shoes etc.) required during material inspection.
  
  

Other Pertinent Information

• Willingness to work on a 10-hour shift and render overtime
• Night Shift Adaptability