Quality Team Lead

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. 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. 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. Benefits Company-wide bonuses and long-term incentives aligned with key business results. 401(k) savings plan matching contributions up to 4% of pay when contributing at least 6% of pay. Health and well-being benefits including 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). 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 View email address on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr Corning Inc.