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We are looking for a meticulous Quality Manager to champion quality assurance initiatives at Solon India Pvt Ltd, ensuring our solar EPC projects meet the highest standards of excellence. As Quality Manager, you will spearhead the development and implementation of robust quality control frameworks, conduct rigorous audits and inspections, ensure compliance with technical specifications and relevant IEC and other international standards, and enhance both product and process quality. Your role is pivotal in driving continuous improvement and optimizing quality procedures while maintaining cost-effectiveness. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including engineering, procurement, and construction, to foster a culture of quality throughout the organization. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of solar PV systems, proficiency in quality assurance tools, and a proven track record in implementing continuous improvement strategies within the renewable energy sector. This role demands a detail-oriented professional capable of mitigating risks, standardizing documentation, and leading training sessions to promote quality awareness and best practices. Your expertise will directly contribute to project success, client satisfaction, and the overall reputation of Solon India as a leader in renewable energy solutions. Job Details: Industry: Renewable Energy Department: Quality Assurance Role: Quality Manager Location: Hyderabad Compensation: 6,00,000 - 12,00,000 per year Experience: 3-8 years Employment Type: Full-time Qualification: Bachelor's/Master's degree in Engineering, Quality Assurance, or a related field Responsibilities: Quality Systems & Compliance Help develop and maintain a quality assurance system for solar EPC projects, ensuring compliance with IEC, IS, and other industry rules. Watch project activities to make sure they follow quality plans and procedures, addressing any issues quickly. Participate in root cause analysis for quality problems, helping to implement corrective actions to prevent them from happening again. Work with teams to maintain a Quality Management System (QMS) based on ISO 9001 standards. Assist with internal audits to check the QMS and find areas for improvement. Prepare regular reports on quality, showing trends and improvement efforts for review. Inspection and Audit Help plan and conduct audits and inspections of solar installations and materials to ensure they meet project and quality standards. Assist in coordinating third-party inspections, ensuring they follow project rules and remain objective. Keep detailed audit records, including reports and corrective action plans. Perform material inspections to ensure they meet technical & safety standards, preventing the use of defective materials. Oversee the inspection of incoming materials to ensure they meet quality standards, working with procurement to resolve any issues. Maintain a list of approved vendors and suppliers, helping with regular performance reviews to ensure consistent quality. Process Optimization and Improvement Look for opportunities to improve quality and reduce costs by analyzing data, using basic statistical techniques to monitor key processes. Work with engineering and procurement to improve vendor quality, helping to implement vendor quality programs. Help establish key performance indicators (KPIs) to track process efficiency, defect rates, and client satisfaction, monitoring performance and assisting with corrective actions. Help standardize documentation, inspection checklists, and testing procedures to ensure consistency. Assist with change management to introduce new quality processes and technologies smoothly. Help develop and implement strategies for reducing defect rates, focusing on preventing defects and improving overall quality. Risk Mitigation & Documentation Help maintain and update the risk register for quality issues, identifying potential risks and helping to implement mitigation strategies. Help develop and standardize documentation, including checklists and testing procedures. Assist with training sessions on quality protocols, continuous improvement, and risk mitigation, promoting a quality-focused culture. Participate in Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) to identify potential failure points and help implement preventive measures. Help manage non-conformity reports, ensuring issues are resolved and corrective actions are tracked. Ensure compliance with regulations and industry standards, staying updated on changes and helping to implement necessary adjustments. General Expectations and Past Experiences: Possess a Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, or related field) with 3-8 years of experience in quality assurance within the renewable energy sector, specifically solar EPC projects. Demonstrated expertise in quality assurance methodologies, quality control techniques, and Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA) implementation. Proven ability to manage vendor quality, conduct audits (ISO 9001 preferred), and implement Quality Management Systems (QMS). Strong analytical skills with proficiency in statistical process control (SPC) and data analysis for performance reporting and defect rate reduction. Experience in facilitating Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and implementing effective Risk Mitigation Strategies in EPC projects. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to lead training sessions and drive Client Satisfaction Improvement Initiatives. Familiarity with Construction Material Inspection & Testing procedures and Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA).
