Borrego is seeking a Director of Quality to join our growing team! The Director of Quality is responsible for managing the quality of large commercial and small utility scale solar project installations.
At Borrego, we dont accept the status quo. We are driven by a culture of teamwork, fearless thinking, safety, and adaptability as we pursue our mission to accelerate the adoption of renewable energy. With more than 850 MW already installed, were excited about the Gigawatt Revolution and growth happening across our company as we shift from megawatts to gigawatts of large-scale solar and energy storage in the coming years.
After 40 years in business, Borrego is a trusted name in the solar industry and well-known for our strong employee culture. We combine the stability and wisdom gained by decades in business with an entrepreneurial spirit. Our employees are driven and animated by the , an operating framework detailing our mission, vision, strategy, and cultural principles and working systems.
About the Role
Position responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
Direct ownership of Borrego quality standards, expectations, and deliverables, including creation, implementation and continuous improvement of Borrego EPCs Quality Management System and Program in cooperation with all stakeholders
Direct ownership of base quality standards and expectations from our suppliers and vendors
Direct responsibility for the effective administration of the Quality Program
Provide detailed and accurate reporting on quality metrics and deliverables as deemed necessary by the executive team and divisional leadership
Manage a staff of divisional Quality Management employees and third-party resources
Develop, onboard, and manage outsourced quality management partners
Develop, implement and manage a continuous improvement program utilizing the Borrego System of Excellence, six sigma and LEAN concepts
Facilitate Lean Kaizen events, PDCA, root cause analysis, countermeasure development and process improvement across the EPC business unit
Provides Quality leadership for the EPC business unit
Promote quality and continuous improvement across the organization
Direct the development of quality performance measures that support the company’s strategic direction
Establish, maintain, and improve the Quality Teams operational best practices, controls, systems, etc.
Coordinate and collaborate with other departments to create a strong foundation for quality and maintain a consistent, company-wide approach to QA/QC
Maintain in-depth relations with all levels of the management team
Promote and communicate the Quality Management Plan and all associated policies and procedure
Serve as an instructor/facilitator of quality, lean and continuous improvement training
Perform other duties as assigned
While no one individual will possess them all, the successful candidate will bring many of the following experiences, skills, and attributes:
Bachelor’s degree from four-year college or university in quality, business, construction, science, engineering or related major preferred
Requires a minimum of (10) years of construction experience with (5) of those years being in quality engineering and/or continuous improvement in progressing roles of management responsibility; or (8) years of Construction Management experience
Six Sigma and/or LEAN experience preferred
Excitement about growing along with a fast-paced, dynamic company; comfort with ambiguity and a willingness to build, experiment, and iterate when the path forward is undefined
A passion for renewable energy, addressing the climate crisis, and accelerating the clean energy transformation
Compensation, Benefits, and Culture
Borrego uses an internally equitable and externally competitive total cash approach to compensation. Our benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, health, life, and disability insurance; a comprehensive wellness program; 401(k) plan with company match and immediate vesting; continuing education and professional development assistance; and self-managed flexible work schedules and time-off policies.
Our corporate culture fosters collaboration, a growth mindset, and the ability to take risks and we value innovative thinkers who will help us reach our ambitious growth goals. We believe that flexibility and work-life balance are important parts of long-term employee happiness and productivity. Our employees are trusted to get their work done and are given the freedom to do so when they are their most efficient, creative, and engaged.
Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
Borrego values the diverse perspectives, skills, experiences, and contributions of all employees. We want all our employees to feel like they belong and are empowered to be their most authentic selves at work. Were actively committed to fostering diversity and creating an inclusive environment not only within our own organization but also within the renewable energy industry.
We seek a diverse candidate pool in this and every search. Borrego provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, disability, genetics, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state, federal and local laws. In addition to federal law requirements, Borrego complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. EEO M/F/D/V.
A Note to Third-Party Recruiters
Borrego’s People + Culture team coordinates all recruiting and hiring at our company. Borrego does not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters, staffing firms, or related agencies. Resumes are only accepted from third-party recruiters, staffing firms, or related agencies if a signed agreement is in place AND if external recruiting assistance is authorized by the People + Culture team for a specific position. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Borrego. Borrego is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.
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