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Logistics Superintendent

Q-Cells

Ankeny, IA

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SKILLS
Budget Management, Communication Skills, Concrete, Construction, Energy Performance Certificate (EPC), Engineering Procurement and Construction (EPC/EPCC/EPCM), English Language, Excavation, Financial Systems, Global Branding, Green Construction, Interviewing Skills, Inventory Management, Legal, Lift/Move 50 Pounds, Logistics, Logistics Management, Machine Tool, Manufacturing, Materials Management, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Multitasking, Operations Control, People Management, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Project Development, Project Lifecycle, Project Planning, Project/Program Management, Quality Control, Quality Metrics, Resource Management, Risk Management, Scaffolding, Spanish Language, State Laws and Regulations, Supply Chain, System Integration (SI), Team Player, Time Management, Willing to Travel, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Ankeny, IA
POSTED
4 days ago
Description

Title: L ogistics Superintendent
Department: Operations
Supervisor: Site Manager
FLSA Status: Exempt
Position Status: Full- T ime

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

L OGISTICS SUPERINTENDENT

Hanwha Qcells USACorp ( 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 Site Manager 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%.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time .

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 m aterial m anagement 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
  • Minimum of 4 years w ork experience in renewables construction, or related field.
  • Must be competent in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) .
  • Demonstrated ability in supporting projects: planning, installation, and execution.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills .
  • Fluent in written and spoken English.
  • Spanish speaking is a plus.
  • Willingness to travel full-time.
  • Ability to multitask and thrive in a fast-paced working environment.
EXAMPLES OF PHYSICAL DEMANDS
  • Able to climb and maintain balance on ladders, scaffolding, stairways, etc.
  • Stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, or work at elevated heights as well as in confined spaces (towers, vessels, excavations, etc.)
  • Able to walk or move continuously while carrying 50 lbs. of tools and/or materials. It is recommended to get assistance to lift items over 50 lbs. Check with your project supervisor or project safety director.
  • Must be able to stand or walk for long periods of time
  • Must be able to work extended hours on your feet on uneven surfaces (dirt, concrete, asphalt, mud, gravel, etc.) Full range of motion and flexibility consistent with requirements of the job duties.
  • Requires repetitive movement
LOCATION
  • Industrial construction sites and/or fabrication shop
EXAMPLES OF MOBILITY BARRIERS ACCESS TO JOB SITE
  • Uneven ground level
  • Obstructed pathways
  • Work performed at low and/or high elevations
  • Work performed in confined areas
CLIMATIC/ENVIRONMENT CONDITIONS AT JOB SITE
  • Predominately outdoor climate
  • May be exposed to extreme hot or cold weather
  • Excessive humidity, rain, etc.
  • Various noise levels caused by tools, machinery, equipment, etc.
  • Potential exposure to chemical substances
  • Work performed around hazardous equipment.


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 [email protected] .

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

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