PSI Inspector

Illuminate USA•Pataskala, OH

10d•Onsite

About The Position

The PSI Inspector is a hands-on role in the customer quality inspection process, supporting accurate and efficient inspection of photovoltaic modules. The role ensures inspection activities comply with established standards and contributes to product quality and operational efficiency. The PSI Inspector works closely with third-party auditors while following safety and quality standards. The position requires physical handling of modules, including lifting, flipping, and repositioning during daily PSI execution, and consistent application of inspection processes.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Familiarity with photovoltaic module inspection processes, including EL and IV testing and calibration, and Hi-Pot testing.
Basic knowledge of photovoltaic module structure and common defects.
Physical capability to handle modules, including lifting, flipping, and repositioning 40–50 pounds as required.
Ability to safely operate pallet jacks and/or a forklift.
Reliability, accountability, and a strong work ethic.

Responsibilities

Coordinate with the Warehouse team to move pallets into the PSI staging area, verify the correct pallets are delivered, coordinate pallet unstacking, and prepare them for transfer to the PSI room for unboxing and inspection.
Manually install jigs for IV, EL, and Hi-Pot testing and remove them after testing is complete.
Perform basic visual inspection (VI) before PSI, identify and report modules that may not meet visual inspection criteria, and arrange for replacements or relocation outside auditor inspection samples with auditor approval.
Safely operate pallet jacks and/or forklifts to transport pallets, and lift, flip, and reposition modules during PSI inspections.
Remove used boxes and packaging materials from the PSI area and transport them to the Inbound Warehouse.
Assist with identifying, segregating, and dispositioning nonconforming modules; locate and replace modules identified as defective by the auditor or PSI team.
Coordinate replacement, rework, and final disposition activities with production teams.
Perform module rework, including glass cleaning, frame glue application, removal of excess glue, and other visual-quality-related corrections.