Quality Review Inspector - Day Shift

Illuminate USA; Pataskala (OH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Comprehensive benefits

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Illuminate USA in Pataskala, OH, is hiring a Quality Inspector to perform in-line and offline product quality inspections for solar panel manufacturing. You will assign proper dispositions (use-as-is, rework, scrap) to ensure defect-free shipments and maintain high-quality standards across all panels.

The role requires strong experience in manufacturing quality, 6S workplace practices, and GR&R evaluation. You will work on-site in a fast-paced facility and collaborate with the Quality Supervisor

Qualifications

• High School diploma or technical associate degree with manufacturing quality experience.
• Minimum 2-3 years in a Quality Inspection role.
• At least 2 years inspecting semiconductor, electronics, or automotive manufacturing processes.
• Solar quality inspection experience is preferred.
• Strong experience in manufacturing operations, quality, safety, and 6S standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform in-line product quality inspections and verify defect category accuracy.
• Provide quality disposition (use-as-is, rework, scrap) to ensure outgoing products meet standards.
• Conduct additional manufacturing quality tests and inspections as directed by the Quality Supervisor.
• Monitor, report, and document quality inspection defect and disposition data.
• Support initiatives to identify problems in inspection/disposition protocols for solar panels and laminates.
• Suggest improvement plans to enhance efficiency and safety.
• Adhere to all safety policies and processes.

Skills

Quality inspection

Manufacturing quality

GR&R knowledge

Communication under pressure

Education

High School diploma

Technical associate degree

Job description

Illuminate USA, located in the heart of Central Ohio, is transforming solar panel manufacturing from our cutting-edge facility in Pataskala. As a new standalone joint venture established by two global leaders in renewable energy, we’ve rapidly grown to over 1,600 associates and are now fully operational in our 1.1 million-square-foot factory. Our vision is to establish one of the largest solar panel manufacturing operations in the Western Hemisphere. This is an exciting time to join Illuminate USA as we continue to grow and innovate. We’re not just building solar panels, we’re building a team of dedicated, passionate associates eager to make a real impact. If you’re looking to be part of a collaborative, people-focused, and forward-thinking workplace, we want to hear from you! We offer competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and continuous opportunities for career growth. Come join us on this journey to create a brighter, more sustainable future in the Columbus area.

Summary: This position will be responsible for performing product quality inspections and dispositions for a variety of product defect types and categories, based upon documented inspection and test protocols. They will be responsible for both in-line and offline quality dispositions to ensure that operational and manufacturing quality standards are achieved for all solar panels prior to shipment out of the factory.

Responsibilities

• Perform in-line product quality inspections and review the accuracy of defect categories based on documented inspection and test protocols.
• Provide proper quality disposition (use-as-is, rework, scrap, etc.) to ensure that outgoing products conform to high-quality standards.
• Perform other manufacturing quality-related tests and inspections or other critical tasks that may be deemed necessary by the Quality Supervisor.
• Monitor, report, and document quality inspection defect and disposition data.
• Support activities that will help identify problems associated with product quality inspection and disposition protocols for solar panels and laminates.
• Suggest improvement plans to improve efficiency and safety.
• Ensure all safety policies and processes are followed.

Qualifications

• High School graduate with 5 years of manufacturing quality experience or an associate's degree in a technical field with 3 years of experience.
• Minimum 2-3 year's experience in a Quality Inspection role.
• Minimum 2 years of experience as a quality inspector in semiconductor, electronics, or automotive manufacturing inspections is required.
• Solar quality inspection is preferred.
• Strong experience in manufacturing operations, quality, safety, and work-floor 6S standard required.
• Ability to pass rigorous product quality qualification standards - e.g., defect type examination, Attribute Gage Repeatability and Reproducibility (GR&R).
• Ability to work under pressure; able to execute, coordinate and communicate effectively.

Equal Opportunity / Inclusive Workplace

At Illuminate USA, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We proudly embrace equal opportunity for all, ensuring that all qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Your unique background and experiences are valued here, as we believe they strengthen our team and drive our mission forward. Illuminate is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Illuminate USA, a new standalone joint venture established by two global leaders in renewable energy, is building one of the largest solar panel manufacturing factories in the Western Hemisphere. This 1.1 million-square-foot factory is currently in advanced stages of preparation in the Columbus, Ohio area. Illuminate USA is seeking highly motivated team members to help the company grow from startup to a full scale, industry leading manufacturer with $1B - $2B expected annual revenue and over 1,200 employees in less than two years. This will be a fast-paced and exciting time in our history as we are building something great from the ground up here in central Ohio.

Benefits

• We offer competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and continuous opportunities for career growth.
• We offer competitive pay, benefits, and ongoing career development opportunities.

Come join our collaborative, people-focused, and innovative workplace as we embark upon this unique and exciting journey!