Assistant Manager

Purpose/Objective

The purpose of this role is to ensure the highest standards of quality across the solar cell manufacturing process by driving quality assurance, process control, defect analysis, continuous improvement initiatives, and compliance with product specifications.
The role is responsible for maintaining product reliability, reducing manufacturing defects, improving yield, and supporting operational excellence to achieve business objectives within the Cell Manufacturing function.

Key Responsibilities of Role

a { text-decoration: none; color: #464feb; } tr th, tr td { border: 1px solid #e6e6e6; } tr th { background-color: #f5f5f5; } 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.

Technical Competencies

Functional Competencies

Qualifications and Experience

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.