Quality Team Lead

Requisition Number: 73905

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Corning is one of the world’s leading innovators in glass, ceramic, and materials science. From the depths of the ocean to the farthest reaches of space, our technologies push the boundaries of what’s possible.

How do we do this? With our people. They break through limitations and expectations – not once in a career, but every day. They help move our company, and the world, forward.

At Corning, there are endless possibilities for making an impact. You can help connect the unconnected, drive the future of automobiles, transform at-home entertainment, and ensure the delivery of lifesaving medicines. And so much more.

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Corning’s businesses are ever-evolving to best serve our customers, industries, and consumers. Today, we accelerate and transform life sciences, mobile consumer electronics, optical communications, display, automotive, and solar markets. We are changing the world with:

• Trusted products that accelerate drug discovery, development, and delivery to save lives
• Damage-resistant cover glass to enhance the devices that keep us connected
• Optical fiber, wireless technologies, and connectivity solutions to carry information and ideas at the speed of light
• Precision glass for advanced displays to deliver richer experiences
• Auto glass and ceramics to drive cleaner, safer, and smarter transportation
• Solar polysilicon, wafers, and innovative photovoltaic modules, enabling low-cost solar energy solutions

American Panel Solutions is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment and do not discriminate based on sex, age, race, color, religion, physical or mental disability, creed, national origin, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, or gender expression in any programs or activities.

Description

The Quality Team Lead is responsible for overseeing quality control processes in the solar manufacturing plant, ensuring that products meet industry standards and company specifications. This role involves supervising quality technicians, coordinating inspections, troubleshooting defects, and driving continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product reliability and manufacturing efficiency.

Key Responsibilities:

Quality Control & Assurance:

• Ensure all products meet required quality standards and customer specifications.
• Conduct inspections and audits throughout the production process to detect defects or deviations.
• Enforce adherence to ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and other relevant quality and environmental standards.
• Implement and monitor corrective and preventive action (CAPA) processes.

Team Supervision & Training:

• Lead, mentor, and train quality technicians and inspectors.
• Assign tasks, monitor performance, and provide feedback to team members.
• Ensure the team follows standard operating procedures (SOPs) and safety protocols.

Process Improvement & Compliance:

• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance quality and efficiency.
• Work closely with engineering, production, and supply chain teams to resolve quality issues.
• Conduct root cause analysis (RCA) for defects and implement corrective actions.
• Maintain accurate documentation and reports related to quality metrics and compliance.

Customer & Supplier Interaction:

• Collaborate with suppliers to resolve raw material quality issues.
• Address customer concerns regarding product quality and drive resolution.
• Participate in customer and third-party audits as required.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality Management, or a related field (preferred) OR equivalent experience.
• 3+ years of experience in quality control within a manufacturing environment (solar or electronics preferred).
• Strong knowledge of quality management systems (QMS), Six Sigma, and lean manufacturing principles.
• Experience with tools such as FMEA, SPC, and Root Cause Analysis.
• Excellent leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and quality management software.

All roles require English proficiency.

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

The range for this position is $29.00 hourly rate - $31.00 hourly rate. Starting pay for the successful applicant is dependent on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education.

Your well-being is our priority. Our compensation and benefits package supports your health and wellness, financial aspirations, and career from day one.

• Company-wide bonuses and long-term incentives align with key business results and ensure you are rewarded when the company performs well. When Corning wins, we all win.
• As part of our commitment to your financial well-being, Corning provides company matching contributions to your 401(k) savings plan of up to 4% of pay when you contribute at least 6% of pay.
• Our health and well-being benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, family building support, fitness, company-paid life insurance, disability, disease management programs, paid time off, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to support you and your family.

We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, gender, age, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected status.

Corning is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and considers requests for reasonable accommodations in accordance with applicable laws. Individuals with disabilities or sincerely held religious beliefs may request reasonable accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, perform essential job functions, or access other benefits and privileges of employment. To submit a request for reasonable accommodation related to disability or religion, please contact us at accommodations@corning.com.

Nearest Major Market: Phoenix