GameChange Solar · 13 hours ago
Supplier Quality Engineer (Kentucky Area)
Kentucky, United States
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$80K/yr - $95K/yr
5+ years expGameChange Solar is one of the fastest growing companies in the solar industry, known for its high-quality solar racking and tracker products. They are seeking a Supplier Quality Engineer to ensure product quality and reliability, manage supplier quality processes, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
Renewable EnergySolar
Hiring Manager
Summyr Mason
Responsibilities
Execute Quality Plans for GCS, covering suppliers from North Central Kentucky/Mt. Sterling, KY to the Midwest
Conduct, attend, and witness supplier quality inspections as defined by the Quality Manager
Plan, monitor, and oversee vendor inspectors, measurement systems, equipment, tools, and fixtures to ensure proper quality execution
Drive process improvements, implement quality tools, and support supplier development initiatives
Investigate complaints from field installations, analyze failure modes, and determine root causes related to supplier quality issues
Develop and implement corrective and preventive actions (ICA/PCA) at supplier sites to prevent recurrence
Collaborate with suppliers to ensure timely resolution of field quality issues, minimizing disruptions to operations
Report findings and corrective action effectiveness to internal stakeholders and suppliers
Conduct and oversee 8D, MSA, and SPC studies to drive continuous improvement
Ensure strong process controls by implementing Control Plans (CP) and Capability Studies (Cpk)
Lead and support product & process audits, ensuring non-conformities (NCs) are identified and resolved
Train vendor inspectors and operators on quality standards and best practices
Review, prepare, and approve quality documentation including First Article Inspection (FAI), sample inspections, vendor audits, and Root Cause & Corrective Action (RCCA) reports
Work with internal teams to define inspection parameters, testing resources, and quality methods
Oversee supplier compliance with ASTM, PPAP, FMEA, SPC, MSA, and other industry standards
Work closely with suppliers, external labs, ISO auditors, and internal teams (Operations, Engineering, Supply Chain, and Logistics) to maintain quality excellence
Lead daily quality management efforts, proactively reducing risks to product quality and delivery
Manage and train teams of inspectors to meet performance objectives
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical preferred) or equivalent experience
5+ years of experience in quality engineering, supplier quality, or manufacturing quality control
Strong expertise in steel processing including rolling (hot & cold), sheet metal forming, stamping, welding, machining, and galvanization
Experience in industries related to steel/structural mechanical products (e.g., module mounting structures, electrical towers, or similar metal fabrication fields)
Shop Floor Leadership – Ability to manage inspections, direct vendor teams, and enforce quality controls
Analytical & Detail-Oriented – Strong reasoning skills with a data-driven approach to problem-solving
Results-Driven – High sense of urgency to meet quality and production deadlines
Collaboration & Communication – Works effectively in cross-functional teams to achieve quality goals
Passion for Quality – Deep commitment to upholding industry best practices and continuous improvement
Fluent in English (Mandatory) – Strong verbal and written communication skills
Benefits
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Parental leave
Professional development assistance
Referral program
Tuition reimbursement
Vision insurance
Company
GameChange Solar
GameChange Solar are changing the world by making the solar affordable.
201-500 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2023 (8)
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Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$151.71MKey Investors
Northern Star PartnersKoch Strategic PlatformsCitibank
2023-02-18Series A· $1.71M
2021-12-16Series Unknown· $150M
2019-07-09Debt Financing
Leadership Team
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Mark Gibbens
Head of Strategy, Marketing and Chief Financial Officer
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