Logistics Superintendent

Description

Title : Logistics Superintendent

Department : Operation 1

Location : Project-site

Supervisor : Director of Operations

FLSA Status : Exempt

Position Status : Full-Time

Work Status (Remote / Hybrid / In-Office) : In-Office

LOGISTICS SUPERINTENDENT

Hanwha Qcells USA Corp (Qcells USA), headquartered in Irvine, CA, specializes in providing utility-scale modules, solar photovoltaic (PV), and battery energy storage systems (BESS) project development, along with Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) services for solar and BESS projects nationwide. Qcells USA delivers comprehensive turnkey solutions encompassing the entire utility-scale project lifecycle. By choosing Qcells USA for turnkey solutions, customers can reduce uncertainty and risk, leading to enhanced investment returns and contributing to a more sustainable future.

Qcells USA’s complete turnkey solutions seamlessly integrate the expertise of our Module, Development, and EPC teams, while ensuring close coordination with other vital internal groups such as Project Finance, Systems Integration, and Legal. This collaborative approach ensures that Qcells USA projects deliver exceptional value and performance. With several multi-billion-dollar investments, Qcells is pioneering the establishment of the only complete module supply chain in the U.S., including the expansion of our Georgia module manufacturing facility, which stands as the largest in the Western Hemisphere.

As an integral part of the global Qcells brand, Qcells USA benefits from a legacy of excellence in photovoltaic manufacturing. Qcells is renowned worldwide for its high-performance, superior-quality solar cells and modules. With dual headquarters in Seoul, South Korea (Global Executive HQ) and Thalheim, Germany (Technology & Innovation HQ), Qcells operates under the umbrella of Hanwha Group, a FORTUNE Global 500 company and one of the top 8 business conglomerates in South Korea.

SUMMARY

The Logistics Superintendent is essential for managing logistics in solar and battery storage projects, focusing on the site delivery schedule, material handling, and resolving logistical challenges. This role oversees all site logistics activities and supervises material management personnel, ensuring project completion within budget and on schedule. Collaborative efforts with Discipline Superintendents are vital for success and efficient material distribution. This position reports to the Director of Operations or another management personnel that the CEO designates. This position is project-based and working hours are Monday through Friday, from 8 : 00am to 5 : 00pm local time. Overtime and weekend working hours will be required as needed. This position is expected to travel up to 100%.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTION & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and oversee the site delivery schedule for solar photovoltaic (PV) and battery energy storage system projects.
• Execute comprehensive plans for receiving, offloading, staging, and managing materials efficiently.
• Identify and resolve daily logistical challenges to ensure smooth operations.
• Manage all site logistics activities, including receiving, offloading, and staging, to support project timelines.
• Supervise material management field personnel, including general foreman, operators and laborers, ensuring tasks are completed accurately and efficiently.
• Collaborate with Discipline Superintendents to ensure a cohesive work environment and effective distribution of materials.
• Ensure the project is completed on schedule and within budget by closely monitoring and adjusting logistical plans as necessary.
• Implement quality control measures for logistics operations to meet project specifications.
• Coordinate with suppliers and contractors to ensure timely delivery of materials and adherence to contracts.
• Maintain inventory control, ensuring all necessary materials are available as needed without excess.
• Promote and enforce safety protocols among logistics and material management teams.
• Report regularly on logistics status, challenges, and solutions to project management and other relevant stakeholders.
• Perform other duties and special projects as directed by supervisory or senior management.
• Regular attendance, in accordance with company's attendance policy and supervisory assignment, is an essential job duty requirement for this position; and
• Perform other duties and special projects, as assigned by Management

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

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CLIMATIC / ENVIRONMENT CONDITIONS AT JOB SITE

Hanwha Qcells is proud to be an at-will Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination against race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, pregnancy, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status and any other classification protected by applicable federal, state or local law.  This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

It is important to note that the job descriptions provided by Qcells USA Corp are not intended to be comprehensive lists of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the positions. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice, reflecting our dynamic and evolving work environment.

We are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals.  As part of this commitment, Hanwha Qcells will provide reasonable accommodations to all qualified individuals with disabilities to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and / or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.  Please contact us to request accommodations at hr-usa@qcells.com .

Nothing in this statement shall imply implicitly or explicitly a guarantee of employment outside our at-will employment opportunity.