Quality Operator

Position Title

Quality Operator

Full-time, Non-Exempt Hourly

Operations

Line Supervisor

N/A

Shift work, rotating 12-hour shifts, 4 days on/4 days off

$22.50 / hour base wage + shift differential for nights

Mountain Iron, Minnesota

The Quality Operator is a key member of the Operations team, ensuring extra care on pivotal areas of the production floor. They perform visual inspections, feed the framing machine, manage quality control, support training, and help maintain continuous 24/7 production of photovoltaic modules.

• Work within a team of operators.
• Maintain a clean safe work environment.
• Feed raw materials to semi-automated machines.
• Operate and monitor HMI systems to control and troubleshoot manufacturing equipment.
• Perform quality and testing procedures at every stage of the production line.
• Work closely with other operators/departments to refill raw material.
• Replace consumable machine components when necessary to maintain quality and productivity.
• Report defective materials or questionable conditions to the supervisor.
• Communicate with line supervisor about issues on the manufacturing line.
• Follow all health and safety policies.
• Train junior operators.
• Learn multiple areas on the floor to be relieved as needed.

• No experience necessary; on-the-job training provided; preference for those with technical capabilities and manufacturing experience.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Capable of understanding and following oral and written instructions.
• Troubleshooting skills.
• Maintain production and quality standards.
• Ability to follow all company safety policies and procedures.
• Ability to lift 30 lbs.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment that requires standing for long periods.
• Computer experience is considered an asset.
• Previous manufacturing experience is an asset.
• Self‑motivated.
• Criminal background check and drug screening required.
• This position is identified as a safety-sensitive position.

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Must be able to perform repetitive motion tasks for extended periods.
• Must be able to stand for extended periods.
• Must be able to tolerate an assembly line environment.

• Salary: $22.50 - $23.50 /hr
• Night shift premium: $1 per hour
• Benefits and 401(k)
• 12-hour shifts, 4 on 4 off rotation (2 weeks of days, 2 weeks of nights).

Competitive salary, health, dental, vision (100% employer‑paid for employees, 50% co‑pay for spouse/dependents), life insurance, paid time off, and retirement plans.

Heliene is an equal‑opportunity employer and a Fair Chance Employer. We invite and encourage applicants from all qualified candidates, including equity‑deserving groups. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.