Solar Panel Quality Inspector — In-Line & Offline

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 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