Solar 76 ยท 1 day ago
Quality Manager
Commerce, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expSolar 76 is a company focused on high-reliability solar industry products for renewable energy applications. They are seeking an experienced Quality Manager to lead the quality assurance and control function at their manufacturing facility, driving continuous improvement and ensuring compliance with ISO 9001 standards.
Renewables & Environment
Responsibilities
Maintain, continually improve, and lead the company's Quality Management System (QMS) in accordance with ISO 9001:2015 requirements, including internal audits, management reviews, corrective/preventive actions (CAPA), and preparation for certification/recertification audits
Own and drive improvement of First Pass Yield (FPY) metrics across incoming materials, in-process assembly, and final testing; target sustained FPY > 98% through data analysis, root cause investigation, and process optimization
Lead continuous improvement initiatives using Lean Six Sigma tools (DMAIC, Kaizen, 5S, Value Stream Mapping, PFMEA, Control Plans) to reduce scrap, rework, and cost of poor quality (CoPQ)
Develop, maintain, and continuously improve In-Process Quality Control (IPQC) inspection procedures, including detailed work instructions, sampling plans (AQL), inspection checkpoints, visual aids, and go/no-go criteria for all production lines (module assembly, BMS integration, final inverter/box build, and battery pack assembly)
Oversee all quality functions including Incoming Quality Control (IQC), In-Process Quality Control (IPQC), and Outgoing Quality Assurance (OQA) for solar inverters (grid-tie, hybrid, micro-inverters) and lithium battery systems (BMS integration, cell balancing, pack assembly)
Provide real-time feedback and daily/weekly quality reporting to production supervisors, line leaders, and senior management, highlighting top defects, trend analysis, FPY performance by line/shift, and recommended immediate countermeasures
Manage supplier quality performance: conduct supplier audits, qualify new suppliers, implement incoming inspection protocols, and drive supplier corrective actions (SCAR)
Develop, train, and mentor a team of quality engineers, inspectors, and technicians; foster a quality-first mindset across manufacturing, engineering, and supply chain teams
Perform root cause analysis (8D, Fishbone, 5-Why) for customer complaints, field failures, and internal non-conformances; implement robust corrective and preventive actions
Monitor and report key quality KPIs (DPMO, RTY, FPY, audit scores) via dashboards and monthly management reviews
Support New Product Introduction (NPI) by reviewing designs for manufacturability (DFM), establishing quality plans, and validating production processes (PQPs, FAI)
Ensure compliance with relevant industry standards and regulations for solar inverters and lithium batteries (e.g., safety, EMC, environmental/RoHS/REACH)
Act as the primary quality interface with OEM customers and coordinate customer audits
All other duties are assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in engineering, Quality Management, or a related field
Minimum 5-7 years of progressive quality management experience preferably with experience in electronics manufacturing of power electronics such as, solar inverters, EV/ESS battery packs, or similar high-reliability products
Proven track record of improving FPY, reducing defects, leading ISO 9001 implementations or recertifications, and creating/maintaining effective IPQC systems
Strong knowledge of quality tools (SPC, MSA, APQP, PPAP, FMEA, Control Plans)
Hands-on experience writing clearly, visual IPQC inspection procedures and delivering actionable feedback to production teams
Excellent leadership, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills; ability to influence without direct authority
Proficiency in data analysis tools (Minitab, Excel, Power BI) and ERP/MES systems
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to implement data-driven solutions
Effective leadership and team management skills, with the ability to lead cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment
A commitment to maintaining high-quality standards and driving continuous improvement
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to convey complex quality-related concepts to different departments and stakeholders
Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities across several product lines
Proficiency in risk management and the ability to foresee and mitigate potential quality issues
Preferred
Master's degree
Company
Solar 76
Solar 76 aims to innovate and deliver cutting-edge energy solutions that empower communities, reduce costs, and create a sustainable future.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase