Senior Lead - Quality Assurance job at M-Kopa Solar
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Vacancy title:
Senior Lead - Quality Assurance

[ Type: FULL TIME , Industry: Energy , Category: Science & Engineering ]

Jobs at:

M-Kopa Solar

Deadline of this Job:
10 September 2022  

Duty Station:
Within Kenya , Nairobi , East Africa

Summary
Date Posted: Saturday, August 27, 2022 , Base Salary: Not Disclosed

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JOB DETAILS:
Senior Lead - Quality Assurance

Key Job Functions
• Responsible for all Product Quality related matters
• Establish inspection, measurement, and test plans including acceptance criteria of incoming components and finished goods
• Ensure high standards of product quality by inspecting input and output samples using industry-appropriate methods, such as comparing to standards, measuring dimensions, and examining the functionality
• Checking that the assembly line adheres to standards and procedures and complies with legal requirements
• Recording inspection results by completing reports, summarizing re-works and wastes, and inputting data into a quality database
• Assisting in the development of test methods and inspection plans, that can be used to determine the causes of product defects and reworks
• Keeping measurement equipment operating accurately by following calibration requirements and calling for repairs to ensure that assembly processes meet required standards
• Monitoring the use of equipment to ensure it is safe and develop discard methods for any that do not meet requirements
• Maintaining documentation of systems installed and maintenance procedures
• Evaluating operational systems processes and workflows and recommending modifications to increase productivity
• Collecting and compiling statistical quality data, and periodically reviewing the effectiveness of established quality improvement plans
• Writing technical reports and keeping up to date with developments in smartphone technology
• Ability to read schematics and PCBA board layouts with experience and ability to analyze and debug electronics at a PCB level, with strong knowledge of electrical wiring
• Take lead and work with the business and team at the warehouse to develop a Kaizen Charter
• Guides team through the Kaizen process, by coaching and educating team members on the application of Kaizen principles
• Is the subject matter expert in Kaizen, and helps the team to work together efficiently and effectively
• Training the production team on Kaizen 6S and quality control measures to improve product excellence
• Updating job knowledge by engaging in educational opportunities and regular training
• Ensures proper time management at work and in meetings
• Responsible for all Safety and Health Related activities on the assembly floor.
• Take lead in getting M-KOPA ISO certified in ISO9001, ISO14001, and ISO45001
• Ensure adherence to set safety, health, and environmental standards in all areas of the warehouse
• Lead the OSHE committee at the warehouse
• Track progress on OSHE indicators like the number of days without Lost-Time-Accident, Near-misses, etcetera
• Write any necessary OSHE incident report required
• Drive the Environmental agenda

Experience/ Skills & Competencies/ Licences & Certifications/ Education Required
• Degree in BEng/BSc. in Electrical/Electronics Engineering/Physics or related field
• A minimum of 2 years experience in a similar role.
• Certification in quality control is preferred.
• C1 Electrical License from ERC
• First Aid & Safety Certificate will be an added advantage
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
• Keen attention to detail
• Basic computer and math skills to calibrate and measure specifications
• Ability to use measuring devices like gauges, meters, calipers, and computers
• In-depth understanding of company standards
• Up-to-date knowledge of federal and industry standards and best practices
• Understanding of target market and consumer needs
• Blueprint reading capabilities
• Documentation and reporting skills
• Teamwork and collaboration
• Comfortable standing or walking for long periods of time

Work Hours: 8


Experience in Months: 24

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Job Info
Job Category: Engineering jobs in Kenya
Job Type: Full-time
Deadline of this Job: 10 September 2022
Duty Station: Nairobi
Posted: 27-08-2022
No of Jobs: 1
Start Publishing: 27-08-2022
Stop Publishing (Put date of 2030): 27-08-2065
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