Shift Engineer - Module Quality

Purpose/Objective

The Shift Engineer - Cluster - FQA conducts final product inspections during assigned shifts, identifying and documenting defects. This role ensures adherence to quality assurance procedures, maintains inspection records, reports quality issues, and supports the FQA team in implementing quality improvements and training staff on FQA standards.

Key Responsibilities of Role

Safety: - Follow and promote safety guidelines during inspections and quality checks, contributing to a safe work environment. Final Product Inspections: - Conduct final product inspections during assigned shifts to ensure solar cells meet quality standards. Use advanced inspection tools and techniques, such as IV testing, electroluminescence (EL) testing, to identify and document defects. Quality Monitoring: - Identify and document defects found during final inspections, reporting issues to the Cluster Manager - FQA. Assist in implementing corrective actions to address identified defects. Trace ID generation and Print logic: - Generation of Trace ID as per BOM for tracking of final product. Also, preparing print logic required for label printing as per Cell characteristics (eta, grade, color, etc.) PSI & OQC: - Pre-shipment inspection of Cells and verification of transportation conditions to ensure product reaches customer end safely. Further, clearance of D.O in SAP and maintaining inspection records. Customer Support: - Visit to Module lines to check for any product related issue. If any issue reported, verify and collect defectives and data; check at warehouse and production line for similar defective material; involve in RCA and improvement action and share corrective actions with Customer. Benchmarking and Product Improvement: - Benchmarking with competitor cells and take part in NPD trials to improve Cell performance in Module testing (MLT, Bifaciality, CTM, etc.). Documentation: - Maintain accurate records of shift inspections, including inspection results and quality issues. Ensure all documentation meets regulatory and company-specific requirements. Training and Support: - Provide support to the FQA OQC/ Customer QA team in implementing quality improvements and training new staff. Ensure all team members are knowledgeable about FQA procedures and standards. Process Improvement: - Collaborate on process improvement initiatives to streamline workflows, elevate quality, and boost efficiency. This includes actively participating in projects that aim to enhance process product reliability. Key Stakeholders - Internal: - Cluster Manager - FQA - Shift Engineer - Cluster - Incoming - Shift Engineer - Cluster - IPQA - Production Supervisor - Maintenance Technicians Key Stakeholders - External: - Quality Control Auditors - Packaging Suppliers - Logistics Providers

Technical Competencies

Data Analytics and Reporting-Solar Mfg,FMEA (Failure Mode and Effects Analysis)-Solar Mfg,Non-Conformance Management-Solar Mfg,Non-destructive Inspection, Testing, and Evaluation (NDI, NDT & NDE)-Solar Mfg,Predictive Quality Analytics-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 Mechanical/electrical/chemical engineering. Work Experience (Range of years): - 2-5 years in quality assurance or production environment, preferably in solar cell manufacturing. Certification: