Audit Coordinator

ABOUT HELIENE

Heliene is a fast-paced entrepreneurial company growing rapidly in a highly desirable industry, with a mission to be part of the solution to climate challenges and contribute to a better planet.

Heliene has taken the challenge to help the world reduce its reliance on fossil fuels, by striving to be a leader in renewable energy. We are a manufacturer of high-efficiency and high-quality solar modules. Our modules are produced on state-of-the-art solar manufacturing lines in Ontario-Canada, Minnesota-USA, and at manufacturing partners around the world.

Customer First is more than a slogan. It’s the guiding principle of our business, a core value, and the cornerstone of our company culture.

WHY JOIN HELIENE

We are looking for talented and motivated people who want to help us shape the solar industry. Under an experienced leadership team, we provide growth opportunities, intellectual challenges, and a flexible, collaborative company culture.

We offer comprehensive benefits, including competitive salaries; paid time off; health, dental, vision, and life insurance; as well as retirement plans.

THE POSITION

Job Title: Audit Coordinator

Position Status: Permanent, Full Time

Department: Quality

Supervision Received: Quality Manager or Quality Lead

Supervision Exercised: N/A

Location: Mountain Iron, Minnesota

Date Posted: February 21, 2025

Application Deadline: March 7, 2025

A. Guiding visiting auditors 60%

B. Support department functions 20%

C. Develop and maintain expertise in Customer Requirements/Audits and Heliene QMS documentation and processes 10%

D. Other duties as Assigned 10%

TOTAL 100%

Audit Coordinators are responsible for hosting external auditors while in the facility. They report to Quality Manager or Quality Lead. They are responsible for providing the auditor with a process tour, assisting the auditor with process questions, ensuring the auditor is auditing the allowed areas and staying within the audit scope. The Audit Coordinators will accompany and observe the auditor and audit process and intervene when issues or questions arise. The Audit Coordinator will escalate issues to the Quality Management Team as needed. The Audit Coordinator will demonstrate a high level of professionalism, confidentiality, leadership and safe working habits.

Key Responsibilities:

· Develop and maintain a thorough understanding of the manufacturing processes, the Heliene test and inspection criteria, the Heliene Quality Management System, and other files, records and drawings that pertain to customer product.

· Understand and be well-versed with customer quality requirements to be able to identify issues with customer requirements and drive compliance when needed and challenge requirements when appropriate.

· Understand the scope of the customer audit programs and involvement of Third-Party Inspectors (TPIs).

· Host the Auditors and accompany them through the audit process.

· Attend opening and closing meetings with the auditor, including appropriate site management as needed.

· Shadow the auditor and ensure the audit stays within the scope. Question the auditors to ensure we have effective communications and clarify misunderstandings or confusion.

· Document findings and notes from the auditor. Verify findings as appropriate.

· Conduct timely escalation of findings to drive prompt resolution.

· Summarize and present the notes and findings to the Quality Assurance and Operations Management.

· Crosstrain with Quality Techs and Quality Leads to improve Audit Guide capabilities and use the knowledge/skills developed to fill in when Quality Techs or Quality leads need help or are unavailable.

Minimum Qualifications:

A bachelor's degree in a relevant field with two years of related experience in a manufacturing environment, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

· Auditing experience is required, ISO 9001 preferred.

· Root Cause and Corrective Actions

· Data collection and analysis

· Quality and Process Controls

· Able to communicate effectively with other departments and other levels within the organization.

· Able to work effectively on a team and the ability to positively influence others.

· The ability to facilitate change.

· Planning and organizational skills.

· Numerical skills and understanding of data analysis/statistical methods.

· Attention to detail.

· Understanding and appreciation of others’ work disciplines, such as engineering and science.

· Good understanding of Microsoft Office applications.

· This position is identified as a Safety Sensitive Position

· Criminal Background Check and Drug Screening required

Salary Range: $55,000 to $75,000 Annually

Benefits:

· Employer paid employee medical & dental benefits

o Co-pay for spouse/dependents

· Performance Incentive

· Life Insurance

· 401K match

· Paid PTO

· Paid sick days

· Paid personal days

Qualified applicants should submit a cover letter and resume to careers@heliene.com no later than 4:00 p.m. on March 7th, 2025.

All applicants must be legally eligible to work in the United States of America.

Heliene is strongly committed to fostering diversity and inclusivity within our organization and is an equal-opportunity employer. Heliene invites and encourages applications from all qualified candidates from equity-deserving groups and all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

Currently, Heliene USA is not accepting applicants that require sponsorship.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $55,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Salary : $55,000 - $75,000