Manufacturing Quality Engineer I

People Integra (A Business Integra Group Company); Greenville (SC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

People Integra (A Business Integra Group Company) is seeking a Quality Assurance Engineer I to support manufacturing quality activities, ensure product and process reliability, and help maintain compliance with quality standards.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on manufacturing experience, strong blueprint-reading skills, and the ability to identify and resolve quality issues in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality Management, or related field with 2+ years of relevant experience, or a high school diploma/GED with 5+ years of related experience.
• Experience in manufacturing, quality assurance, or quality engineering.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering blueprints.
• Experience with 3D modeling and Siemens NX.
• Knowledge of 8D problem-solving, Built-in Quality, and Management of Change.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and support quality assurance procedures and standards.
• Conduct inspections and quality checks to identify manufacturing defects and process issues.
• Interpret engineering blueprints and drawings to verify product specifications.
• Collaborate with manufacturing and engineering teams to investigate quality issues and implement corrective actions.
• Maintain quality documentation, inspection records, and reports.
• Support 5S initiatives and continuous improvement activities.
• Analyze quality data and assist with problem‑solving and process improvements.
• Ensure compliance with applicable quality standards and procedures.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Quality Management or related field

High school diploma or GED + 5 years related experience

Tools

Siemens NX

Microsoft Excel

5S methodology

Job description

Note: Only local candidates who are able to attend on-site interview

Job Title: Quality Assurance (QA) Engineer I

Position: 2

Job Summary

We are seeking a Quality Assurance Engineer I to support manufacturing quality activities, ensure product and process reliability, and help maintain compliance with quality standards. The ideal candidate will have hands‑on manufacturing experience, strong blueprint‑reading skills, and the ability to identify and resolve quality issues in a fast‑paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and support quality assurance procedures and standards.
• Conduct inspections and quality checks to identify manufacturing defects and process issues.
• Interpret engineering blueprints and drawings to verify product specifications.
• Collaborate with manufacturing and engineering teams to investigate quality issues and implement corrective actions.
• Maintain quality documentation, inspection records, and reports.
• Support 5S initiatives and continuous improvement activities.
• Analyze quality data and assist with problem‑solving and process improvements.
• Ensure compliance with applicable quality standards and procedures.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality Management, or a related field with at least 2 years of relevant experience, or a high school diploma/GED with at least 5 years of related experience, subject to confirmation of the applicable education requirement.
• Experience in manufacturing, quality assurance, or quality engineering.
• Knowledge of 5S methodology and manufacturing quality practices.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering blueprints.
• Familiarity with manufacturing processes such as machining, precision forging, investment casting, coating, shot peening, inspection, and fixturing.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively under deadlines.
• Ability to lift heavy objects as required by the role.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with 3D modeling and Siemens NX.
• Knowledge of 8D problem-solving, Built-in Quality, and Management of Change.
• Familiarity with manufacturing process improvement initiatives.