Quality Management & Assurance • Ensure adherence to quality standards and specifications throughout the solar cell manufacturing process. • Develop, implement, and monitor quality control plans, inspection methodologies, and testing procedures. • Drive in-process quality checks and final product audits to ensure compliance with customer and regulatory requirements. • Lead quality improvement projects to reduce defects, enhance yield, and improve process capability. Process Monitoring & Control • Analyze quality trends, process deviations, and manufacturing parameters to identify improvement opportunities. • Monitor key quality KPIs such as yield, defect density, scrap rates, reliability performance, and customer complaints. • Collaborate with production and process engineering teams to establish robust process controls. Defect Analysis & Corrective Actions • Lead root cause analysis (RCA) for quality failures, product non-conformities, and customer complaints. • Implement CAPA (Corrective and Preventive Actions) to eliminate recurring quality issues. • Utilize quality tools such as 8D, Fishbone Analysis, FMEA, SPC, Six Sigma, and Statistical Analysis techniques. Reliability & Product Performance • Support reliability testing and validation activities to ensure product performance and long-term durability. • Monitor cell efficiency trends and performance metrics to achieve quality and yield targets. • Coordinate failure analysis activities with relevant stakeholders and laboratories. Supplier & Incoming Quality Management • Review incoming material quality and collaborate with suppliers to resolve quality concerns. • Conduct supplier performance assessments and quality improvement initiatives as required. • Ensure compliance of raw materials with defined specifications and standards. Audits & Compliance • Ensure adherence to ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, and other relevant quality management systems. • Participate in internal, external, customer, and certification audits. • Maintain quality documentation, SOPs, process records, and audit readiness. Stakeholder Management • Work closely with Production, Process Engineering, Maintenance, Technology, and Supply Chain teams. • Support product qualification, process transfers, and new technology implementation projects. • Mentor and guide team members on quality standards, best practices, and continuous improvement methodologies. Reporting & Continuous Improvement • Prepare and present quality dashboards, reports, and performance reviews to management. • Lead Kaizen initiatives focused on manufacturing excellence and operational efficiency. • Drive a culture of quality awareness and continuous improvement across the manufacturing organization. Educational Qualification • B.E./B.Tech in Electrical, Electronics, Chemical, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, or related discipline. • M.Tech/MBA in Operations, Quality, or Manufacturing Management will be an added advantage. Experience • Minimum 4-6 years of experience in Solar Cell Manufacturing, Semiconductor, Electronics Manufacturing, or High-Technology Manufacturing industries. • Hands-on experience in solar cell manufacturing processes, defect reduction, yield improvement, and quality management systems.