Executive

Purpose/Objective

The Shift Engineer - Cluster - IPQA conducts in-process quality inspections during shifts, monitoring production processes and identifying quality deviations.
This role records and analyzes quality data, assists in implementing corrective actions, provides training on in-process quality procedures, and supports continuous improvement initiatives to enhance process quality.

Key Responsibilities of Role

Safety: - Follow and promote safety guidelines during inspections and quality checks, contributing to a safe work environment.
In-Process Inspections: - Conduct in-process quality inspections during assigned shifts to ensure compliance with quality standards at stages like texturing, anti-reflective coating (ARC) application, and metallization.
Monitor critical process parameters and identify deviations from standards.
Quality Monitoring: - Monitor production processes to identify quality issues, reporting findings to the Cluster Manager - IPQA.
Assist in implementing corrective actions to address in-process quality deviations.
Calibration & Validation: - Validation of test results and if required, calibration of AOI, Testers (IV curve measurements), weighing balance, & other measurement tool.
Recipe Management: - Defect teaching to AOI and breakage camera Benchmarking: - Benchmarking with competitor cells.
Documentation: - Record in-process quality data and perform initial analysis to identify trends and issues.
Report data and findings to the Cluster Manager - IPQA for further analysis and action.
Compliance: - Ensure incoming materials comply with relevant industry standards and specifications.
Stay updated on quality standards and inspection protocols specific to solar cell manufacturing.
Training and Support: - Provide on-the-job training to production staff on in-process quality procedures and standards.
Ensure consistent application of quality protocols across all shifts and production lines.
Continuous Improvement: - Identify opportunities for process improvements and work with the IPQA team to implement changes.
Participate in quality improvement projects and initiatives.
Key Stakeholders - Internal: - Cluster Manager - IPQA - Shift Engineer - Cluster - FQA - Shift Engineer - Cluster - Incoming - Production Supervisors - Maintenance Team - Process Improvement Team Key Stakeholders - External: - Process Equipment Suppliers - Quality Consultants - Regulatory Agencies

Technical Competencies

Data Analytics and Reporting-Solar Mfg,FMEA (Failure Mode and Effects Analysis)-Solar Mfg,In-Process Quality Control (IPQC)-Solar Mfg,Non-destructive Inspection, Testing, and Evaluation (NDI, NDT & NDE)-Solar Mfg,Predictive Quality Analytics-Solar Mfg,Process Parameter Optimization-Solar Mfg,Quality Assurance & Control-Solar Mfg,Quality Management Systems (QMS)-Solar Mfg,Semi-Conductor Awareness-Solar Mfg,Statistical Process Control-Solar Mfg

Qualifications and Experience

Educational Qualification: - Diploma or B.
E/B.
Tech in Chemical/Electrical Engineering.
Work Experience (Range of years): - 2-5 years in production or quality assurance, focusing on in-process inspections.
Certification: