Solar QC Auditor

Intertek CEA; Arlington Heights, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Intertek CEA, a leader in quality assurance for solar projects, seeks a Solar QC Auditor to conduct audits at manufacturing sites across the United States. The role requires frequent travel (up to 75-80%) and strong attention to detail to ensure compliance with client specifications and quality standards.

The candidate will perform visual inspections, verify BOMs, oversee pre-shipment processes, and generate detailed QC reports.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 3+ years of experience in quality control auditing or inspections in a manufacturing setting, preferably solar or renewable energy.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001 standards and knowledge of IEC 61215/61730 standards.
• Strong skills in documentation, reporting, and effective communication.
• Diligent work ethic, attention to detail, and a proactive approach to quality assurance.
• Ability to work in manufacturing environments with PPE and safety protocols.
• Valid passport and ability to travel throughout North America.
• Must reside in and be able to work in the United States (remote position).

Responsibilities

• Travel to manufacturing facilities to perform production quality control audits and inspections on solar PV products and components.
• Conduct visual inspections using established QC checklists to ensure compliance with specifications.
• Verify BOM and monitor inline production processes.
• Oversee pre-shipment inspections, packaging, and loading processes for finished products.
• Support internal and external laboratory testing efforts, ensuring alignment with client requirements.
• Generate and submit detailed QC reports promptly following audits.
• Address client-specific QC requests and provide additional services as needed within defined scopes of work.
• Collaborate with back-office teams to support cross-functional projects in quality control, finance, and operations.

Skills

Quality control auditing

Documentation

Effective communication

Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree or vocational training (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Job description

Solar QC Auditor - Remote w/frequent travel (Must live in the United States)
Intertek's Clean Energy Associates (CEA) serves as a trusted partner to some of the world’s leading solar project developers, owners and financiers, providing a range of services across the value chain. These services include quality assurance, supply chain management and traceability as well as technical support to clean energy projects.

CEA also serves clean energy equipment suppliers and manufacturers, helping them grow and navigate the key manufacturing challenges that are critical for their success. Intertek is continually innovating and evolving to reduce risk for consumers, brands and organizations in every sector and industry around the world.

We go beyond Testing, Inspection and Certification of products: we are a Total Quality Assurance Provider to industries worldwide. Our Purpose: Bringing quality, safety, and sustainability to life. Learn more @www.intertekcea.com.

What are we looking for?
The Solar QC Auditor will conduct quality control audits and inspections at manufacturing sites, ensuring compliance with client standards and specifications during the production process of solar PV components. This role involves onsite monitoring, visual inspections, and documentation to ensure the quality and reliability of solar products. The Solar QC Auditor will work closely with internal and external teams, leveraging a strong attention to detail and a focus on maintaining high standards in manufacturing environments.

Shift/Schedule:Variable. This position will travel up to 75% of the time.

Salary & Benefits Information

In addition to competitive compensation packages, when working with Intertek you can expect benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, 401(k) with company match, generous vacation / sick time (PTO), tuition reimbursement and more.

What you'll do:

• Travel to manufacturing facilities to perform production quality control audits and inspections on solar PV products and components.
• Conduct visual inspections using established quality control checklists to ensure compliance with specifications.
• Verify Bill of Materials (BOM) and monitor inline production processes.
• Oversee pre-shipment inspections, packaging, and loading processes for finished products.
• Support internal and external laboratory testing efforts, ensuring alignment with client requirements.
• Generate and submit detailed QC reports promptly following audits.
• Address client-specific QC requests and provide additional services as needed within defined scopes of work.
• Collaborate with back-office teams to support cross-functional projects in quality control, finance, and operations.

This position outline is a general guideline and does not represent all encompassing details. The position assumes that the incumbent has both the mental and physical requirements to carry out the above defined duties.

Minimum Requirements & Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• 3+ years of experience in quality control auditing or inspections in a manufacturing setting, preferably within solar or renewable energy industries
• Familiarity with ISO 9001 standards and knowledge of IEC 61215/61730 standards
• Strong skills in documentation, reporting, and effective communication
• Diligent work ethic, attention to detail, and a proactive approach to quality assurance
• Ability to work in manufacturing environments with associated noise levels and safety protocols, including wearing personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Valid passport, ability to travel throughout North America
• Intertek is not able to provide visa sponsorship or work authorization support for this position. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis without current or future sponsorship.
• Ability to travel out of town the majority of the time
• Valid driver’s license and reliable driving record
• This is a remote position; however, applicants must reside in and be able to legally work in the United States

Preferred Requirements & Qualifications:

• Associate degree or vocational training in a related field preferred.
• Knowledge of solar PV module and component production processes.
• Familiarity with quality tools and methodologies related to manufacturing audits.
• Experience coordinating quality control efforts across diverse teams and time zones.

Work Environment and Physical Demands

• This role involves frequent travel to manufacturing facilities, including up to 80% of time away from home
• Must be comfortable working in industrial settings with noise, movement, and temperature fluctuations
• Physical ability to stand for extended periods and safely handle PPE such as steel-toed boots, gloves, and safety glasses

Intertek: Total Quality. Assured.

Intertek is a world leader in the Quality Assurance market, with a proven, high-quality business model and a global network of customer-focused operations and highly engaged subject matter experts. With passion, pace, and precision we work to exceed our customers’ expectations, while engaging with our employees to be 10X in their performance and professional growth.

Intertek is a drug-free workplace. As a condition of employment, certain positions may be required to pass a pre-employment drug test based on the type of work that will be performed.

We Value Diversity

Intertek’s network of phenomenal people are our greatest assets, and the diversity they bring fuels our success. Intertek is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that values inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.

For individuals with disabilities who would like to request accommodation, or who need assistance applying, please email [e-mail] or call 1-877-694-8543 (option #5) to speak with a member of the HR Department.