Quality Engineer

Location: Sumter, SC
Department: Quality / Engineering
Reports To: Quality Manager
Status: Exempt

Overview

The Quality Engineer ensures product and supplier quality by leading problem-solving efforts, supporting customer requirements, and maintaining quality systems. This role works closely with Operations, Engineering, and Supply Chain to drive continuous improvement and ensure compliance with standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as primary contact for customer quality issues and PPAP submissions

• Monitor and improve supplier quality and performance

• Lead root cause analysis using 5-Why, Fishbone, and 8D

• Oversee incoming inspection and measurement systems

• Support APQP, PPAP, FAI, and quality documentation

• Maintain compliance with ISO/IATF/AS standards and support audits

• Track KPIs, analyze trends, and drive improvements

• Support MRB and cross-functional problem-solving

Qualifications

Required:

• 5+ years in Quality Engineering (manufacturing preferred)

• Experience with APQP, PPAP, FMEA, SPC, and MSA

• Knowledge of ISO/IATF/AS standards

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills

Preferred:

• Engineering degree

• Automotive or high-volume manufacturing experience

• CQE or Six Sigma certification

Additional Details

• Travel: Occasional

• Language: English required; German a plus

• Supervisory: None

Disclaimer

Duties may change based on business needs. Employment is at-will.