QA & Testing (1)

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The Quality Inspector is responsible for the performance of the material incoming inspection, line audit, finished goods inspection. The Quality Inspector will also ensure the correct quality performance reports, that tools and equipment are safe to use, and will perform any other duty in a safe, reliable, and efficient manner. The Inspector will perform a range of duties supporting the Technicians and shift staff to ensure profitable business operations.

Responsibilities:

Conduct regular inspections and audits of the manufacturing process, raw materials, and finished goods to ensure compliance with quality standards, drawings, specifications, and regulatory requirements.
Review images and make pass/reject judgments. Check mechanical dimensions.
Inspect final assembly aspects such as finishing, labelling, electric output, and packaging methods.
Conduct cosmetic, functional inspections on finished goods and raw materials.
Monitor daily inspection activities and maintain accurate quality records in the computer system.
Communicate inspection results and issues to staff and collaborate with departments like Production and Maintenance to implement immediate containment actions.
Assist in troubleshooting issues related to machines, materials, processes, and operators.
Ensure compliance with product quality standards, follow work instructions and procedures, and help ensure production meets schedules and delivery requirements.
Use and maintain quality control equipment and tools, ensuring they are calibrated and functioning properly.
Comply with team goals and objectives, and foster positive staff relationships.
Adhere and be familiar with the company’s quality and health, environmental, safety policies, as well as environmental factors and management programs relevant to this position.
Support ISO 9001 activities and customer onsite inspections/audits.
Perform other duties assigned by the Quality Manager or Supervisor to support the overall quality objectives of the organization.

Qualifications and Experience

Minimum high school diploma or equivalent.
Ability to work continental shifts.
1-2 years of previous working experience in quality control or a related position within a manufacturing environment.
Understanding of manufacturing processes, quality standards, and inspection methodologies; ability to read drawings and specifications preferred.
Ability to use measurement tools and testing equipment.
Able to work efficiently as part of a team as well as independently.
Computer literacy; experience with enterprise ERP systems or other software and email is an asset.
Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and organizational skills.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Preferred Skills:

Existing knowledge of ISO 9001 standards; attention to quality and detail preferred.

Working Conditions:

Environment: The role is based in a manufacturing facility. Workers will be in areas with machinery, equipment, and potentially moderate noise levels typical of a solar cell production setting. Appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) may be required.
Physical Demands: The job may involve standing for extended periods, occasional lifting of moderate - weight items (in line with safety guidelines), and moving between different workstations within the facility.
Shift Work: This position requires the ability to work continental shifts, which include day, evening, and night shifts on a rotating basis to support continuous manufacturing operations.

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