Job Description
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 the 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. 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! Job Summary: We are currently looking for a Quality Inspection Team Leader - Night Shift for our new factory in Columbus, Ohio. This production team leader supervises the daily activities of quality operators to ensure that operational and quality standards are achieved. He/she will ensure that the teams follow documented inspection test procedures for electroluminescence and visual inspection and to enforce best practices. This position will also ensure that daily goals and targets are clarified to team members and help them deliver results in the most effective way. Responsibilities:
- Supervise the daily activities of quality inspectors to ensure that quality standards are achieved; other tasks as assigned by the supervisor.
- Coordinate work schedules, staffing requirements, and production sequences to maximize productivity.
- Monitor, report and document quality inspection activities and key performance indicators.
- Identify problems associated with electroluminescence and visual inspection activities for solar panels and laminates, troubleshoot root causes, and develop solutions.
- Suggest improvement plans to improve efficiency and safety.
- Deliver and coordinate staff training and new hire orientation.
- Ensure all safety policies and processes are followed.
Qualifications:
- Associate degree in Engineering or technical course with 5 years of experience or Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Science with at least 3 years of experience
- Minimum of 2 years experience as a quality team leader or supervisor.
- Preferably with previous experience in electroluminescence testing and/or automated optical inspection equipment.
- Strong experience in manufacturing operations, quality, safety and work-floor 6S standard required.
- Ability to work under pressure, coordination ability, interpersonal communication ability, planning and execution ability.
Illuminate USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any protected status as defined by law.Illuminate is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.