Equipment Technical Training Supervisor - Day Shift

Job Description Located in the heart of Central Ohio, Illuminate USA is transforming solar panel manufacturing from our cutting-edge facility in Pataskala. As a new standalone joint venture established by two global leaders in renewable energy, we’ve rapidly grown to over 1,500 associates and are now fully operational in our 1.1 million-square-foot factory. Our vision is to establish one of the largest solar panel manufacturing operations in the Western Hemisphere.

This is an exciting time to join Illuminate USA as we continue to grow and innovate. We’re not just building solar panels—we’re building a team of dedicated, passionate associates eager to make a real impact. We offer competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and continuous opportunities for career growth.

Reporting to the Technical Training Manager, this role is all about creating impactful programs that promote safety, drive production excellence, and foster a culture of collaboration and growth. As the Technical Training Supervisor, you’ll lead a team of technical trainers to design and deliver training programs that empower our associates to perform at their best while prioritizing safety and quality.

• Lead and manage a team of technical trainers dedicated to training equipment operators, maintenance technicians, and support staff.
• Develop and oversee equipment-specific training programs covering proper operation, setup, changeovers, TPM (Total Productive Maintenance), and safety procedures.
• Ensure trainers are consistently delivering accurate, effective, and standardized instruction across all shifts.
• Partner with Engineering, Maintenance, and Operations teams to identify skill gaps, coordinate hands-on training, and support the rollout of new equipment.
• Conduct technical training sessions as needed, including troubleshooting, diagnostics, and lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures.
• Oversee the development and maintenance of technical training materials such as equipment manuals, visual work instructions, job aids, and PM checklists.
• Ensure all training activities comply with OSHA, ISO, and internal safety and quality standards.
• Track employee training progress and certifications using the Learning Management System (LMS) and provide regular reporting to leadership.
• Participate in equipment failure investigations and initiate retraining efforts as part of root cause corrective actions.
• Support continuous improvement efforts by integrating lean principles and standard work into training programs.

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Technology, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related technical field (or equivalent experience).
• 4+ years of experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment with at least 2 years in equipment training or technical supervision.
• Proven leadership experience managing or coordinating a team of trainers or technical staff.
• Strong working knowledge of manufacturing equipment such as CNC machines, PLCs, automation systems, and mechanical/electrical components.
• Excellent instructional, coaching, and troubleshooting skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and familiarity with Learning Management Systems (LMS).
• Ability to work on the production floor and across multiple shifts as needed.
• OEM training experience or certification (e.g., Siemens, Allen-Bradley, FANUC).
• Familiarity with TPM, CMMS systems, and predictive maintenance tools.
• Working knowledge of lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or Kaizen principles.

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.

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 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.