Qcells

Regional Quality Manager

LocationTeaneck, NJ
Job TypeFull-time

About This Job


Description






Title: Regional Quality Manager


Department: Business Planning & Operations


Location: Teaneck, NJ


Supervisor: Associate Director of Quality


FLSA Status: Exempt


Position Status: Permanent, Full-Time


Work Status: Hybrid



REGIONAL QUALITY MANAGER


Hanwha Qcells USA Corp (Qcells USA), headquartered in Irvine, CA, specializes in providing utility-scale modules, solar photovoltaic (PV), and battery energy storage systems (BESS) project development, along with Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) services for solar and BESS projects nationwide. Qcells USA delivers comprehensive turnkey solutions encompassing the entire utility-scale project lifecycle. By choosing Qcells USA for turnkey solutions, customers can reduce uncertainty and risk, leading to enhanced investment returns and contributing to a more sustainable future.


Qcells USA’s complete turnkey solutions seamlessly integrate the expertise of our Module, Development, and EPC teams, while ensuring close coordination with other vital internal groups such as Project Finance, Systems Integration, and Legal. This collaborative approach ensures that Qcells USA projects deliver exceptional value and performance. With several multi-billion-dollar investments, Qcells is pioneering the establishment of the only complete module supply chain in the U.S., including the expansion of our Georgia module manufacturing facility, which stands as the largest in the Western Hemisphere.



As an integral part of the global Qcells brand, Qcells USA benefits from a legacy of excellence in photovoltaic manufacturing. Qcells is renowned worldwide for its high-performance, superior-quality solar cells and modules. With dual headquarters in Seoul, South Korea (Global Executive HQ) and Thalheim, Germany (Technology & Innovation HQ), Qcells operates under the umbrella of Hanwha Group, a FORTUNE Global 500 company and one of the top 8 business conglomerates in South Korea.



SUMMARY

The Regional Quality Manager provides onsite quality inspections and oversite regarding solar projects to ensure standards are upheld. This position reports to the Associate Director of Quality, or another management personnel that the CEO of the Company may designate. This position is In-Office located in Ankeny, IA and working hours are Monday through Friday, from 8:00am to 5:00pm or 9:00am to 6:00pm local time. This position is expected to travel up to 40%.



ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTION & RESPONSIBILITIES


Manage the Quality Control programs by designing and implementing robust solutions to mitigate defined Quality Control risks across the lifecycle of the PV Power Plants and BESS Plants, especially during construction. Quality Control programs include among others supervision, auditing, inspections, and management review
Ensure the Quality Control programs are up to date and in compliance with QCELLS USA standards, and Local, State and Federal Regulations
Develop Site-Specific Quality Plans, including the associated inspection and Test Plans
Verify in-field activities at various PV Power and BESS Plant locations
Prepare site-specific Quality Control Verification Checklists
Develop work instructions to ensure that quality control processes are in place for each key activity performed on site
Monitor the status of deficiencies (Non-Conformance and Quality Incident Reports), ensure root cause analyses are carried out and corrective actions are defined and implemented in a timely manner
Prepare weekly and monthly Quality reports as required by management and contractual requirements with customers
Responsible for relevant quality communications regarding best practices, lessons learned, updates to the field, recent events, regional newsletters, update on quality incidents and end of project value added summaries
Manage all construction quality processes with our general contractors, electrical/mechanical trades and commissioning agents
Communicate with stakeholders to plan Quality requirements and develop Quality Audit plans
Identify Quality Training needs and design and deliver Quality Training for our employees and stakeholders
Create a quality culture of continuous improvement that enhances company efficiency and project quality
Interact cross-functionally with a wide variety of people and teams
Perform other duties and special projects, as assigned by Management
Regular attendance, in accordance with company's attendance policy and supervisory assignment, is an essential job duty requirement for this position



REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

3+ years of experience in Quality Auditing and in-field quality management; including, but not limited to preparing Inspection and Test Plans, Quality Inspection Checklists, Work instructions and/or Methods of Statements
Proven experience in energy sector construction, with a focus on utility-scale projects
Identifying Quality Training Needs, designing and implementing Training Programs and delivering Quality Training to manage Quality operational risks
Experience with Procore, SmartSheets or related Project Management software
Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint
Excellent collaboration and written and verbal communication skills



PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree in Construction. Engineering, or related field OR, diploma and equivalent experience
Knowledge of Building Codes, National Electrical Code, and ASTM Standards
Experience with ISO 9001, ISO14001 or ISO 45001 preferred
NABCEP certified preferred (PVIP, PVSI, PVCMS)
Knowledge of PV Solar Plants structural, electrical, mechanical and Data Acquisition Systems (DAS) equipment preferred



PHYSICAL DEMANDS


Stationary Position: frequently remains stationary up to 90% of the time and sitting up to 8 hours in a day
Move/Traverse: infrequently bend, stand, stoop and/or walk
Carry Weight: infrequently carry weight and/or lift objects (light to heavy) weighing up to 10 pounds
Hearing and Speech: frequently communicates with the ability to hear and talk on a regular basis with employees, coworkers, and all personnel matters; must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations
Sight: frequent use of sight to detect images on computer, office documents, and office objects near and far
Climb: occasionally ascends/descends on stairway to get to office upper and lower floors
Travel: up to 40% as needed



WORK ENVIRONMENT


Regular professional, office business setting
Noise level ranges from low to moderate (if in office setting)
Noise level ranges from moderate to high (if on construction worksite)


Hanwha Qcells is proud to be an at-will Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination against race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, pregnancy, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status and any other classification protected by applicable federal, state or local law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.



It is important to note that the job descriptions provided by Qcells USA Corp are not intended to be comprehensive lists of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the positions. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice, reflecting our dynamic and evolving work environment.


We are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Hanwha Qcells will provide reasonable accommodations to all qualified individuals with disabilities to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodations at hr-usa@qcells.com.



Nothing in this statement shall imply implicitly or explicitly a guarantee of employment outside our at-will employment opportunity.


This job position is specific to Qcells USA Corp. only and not any other Hanwha affiliates. The above-listed salary range is required by the California Pay Transparency Act and may differ depending on the location of those candidates hired nationwide. The salary range shared in the job description is for the listed position and only pertains to the candidate if they work in Irvine, CA. Actual compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to internal pay equity, skill set, education, licenses and certifications, geographic location, essential job duties and requirements, and the necessary experience relative to the job’s minimum qualifications. If candidates are considered for a nationwide role, then the compensation range will follow the marketability of the job function within those states. An additional discretionary bonus structure or incentives may be offered as part of the overall compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, dental, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.

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