Quality Control Associate

Mankiewicz Coatings USA; South Carolina; On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

12 holidays per year

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) employer contribution

PTO including vacation and sick days

Overtime opportunities

On-the-job training

Safe work environment

Employee recognition program

Referral bonus

Job summary

Mankiewicz Coatings LLC in Charleston, SC, seeks a motivated Quality Control Associate to ensure the quality of raw materials and finished products.

You will perform QC testing, ensure compliance with laws and company policies, and support calibration of instruments, while collaborating with a global team to improve processes and safety in a fast-paced coatings environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; technical background preferred.
• Background in chemistry, materials science, or coatings technology.
• Ability to work safely with chemicals, solvents, and testing instruments.
• Receive hazardous waste training within 6 months of employment.
• Excellent communication and ability to meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Perform QC testing of coatings, raw materials, and finished products to verify conformance.
• Adhere to laws and internal policies with the QC team.
• Maintain calibration and proper use of equipment and instruments.
• Communicate effectively within the team and with management.
• Support SAP usage and internal procedures; participate in lean initiatives.

Skills

Communication skills

SAP experience

Microsoft Office

Safety awareness

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical background in chemistry or related field

Tools

Lab equipment

Job description

Over 130 years of innovation have made Mankiewicz one of the world's leading manufacturers of high-quality coating solutions for industrial series production. From small manufacturers to large global corporations, Mankiewicz is at ease in the Automotive, Aviation, Railway, Machinery, Yacht, and Wind Power industries. Countless projects and challenges have shaped the company and its product portfolio into what it is today.

Mankiewicz's paint flew to the moon on a camera lens in 1969. A Hollywood mission brought Mankiewicz to the big screen in the 1990s. In "Golden Eye," the interior of James Bond's BMW Z3 was painted with Mankiewicz paint - not shaken, but well stirred by the Mankiewicz experts.

Come join one of the Best Places to Work in SC – winner in 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, and 2026!

Mankiewicz Coatings LLC is looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Quality Control Associate to join our team in beautiful Charleston, SC. This role will ensure quality of raw materials and outgoing products.

Role Responsibilities:

• Full compliance for all applicable laws and regulations pertaining to department and job functions in cooperation with assigned team.
• Perform quality control testing of coatings, raw materials, and finished products to verify conformance with established specifications and defined quality requirements.
• Adhere to daily work load and daily priority list (e.g. production schedule) determined by QC Supervisor in cooperation with assigned team.
• Full compliance and maintenance per policy and procedure for all equipment and instruments (e.g. calibration) in cooperation with assigned team.
• Product service and maintenance in cooperation with assigned team and QC global:
  • Consideration of the environment and occupational safety throughout job functions.
  • Optimal applications engineering.
  • Report deviation of QC cards to lab.
  • Proper testing of product to ensure conformance to defined specifications to include new material and recertification.
• Effective internal communications within assigned team as well as with all relevant departments and management (local and global).
• Mandatory and proper use of internal computer programs (e.g. SAP.)
• Lean Management / 5S
  • Pay attention to department work area and job functions reporting immediately all health and safety observations or opportunities as well as any other opportunities for improvement (e.g. work flow, processes).
  • Maintain a clean, organized and efficient work area.
• This position includes acceptance, involvement, and performance in special projects which may come up on an as needed basis as determined by assigned team and management (local and global).
• Maintain compliance with all company policies and procedures
• Requires flexibility and understanding that this position may be required to perform duties outside the duties listed above in order to meet the mission and goals of Mankiewicz Coatings.

Role Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Technical background in chemistry, chemical engineering, materials science, coatings technology, or a closely related field preferred.
• Ability to work safely with chemicals, solvents, coating materials, laboratory equpment, and testing instruments.
• Receive hazardous waste training within 6 months of initial employment, and annually thereafter in accordance with the applicable provisions of R.61-79.262.17(a)(7)(ii), (iii) and (iv)(D) of the South Carolina Hazardous Waste Management Regulations (SCHWMR).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including ability to effectively communicate with internal and external customers
• Experience with SAP software (preferred)
• Excellent computer proficiency (Microsoft Office – Word, Excel, Outlook and Powerpoint)
• Must be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines while maintaining a positive attitude and providing exemplary customer service.
• The position requires the ability to travel both domestically and internationally, including to countries and customers that may require proof of vaccination.
• Ability to work independently and carry out assignments to completion within parameters of instructions given, prescribed routines and standard accepted practices.

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions

• Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards
• Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards
• Requires frequent walking, standing, heavy lifting and carrying, stooping, bending, kneeling and reaching.
• Exposure to fumes and hazardous chemicals.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds
• Able to stand for 8 hours per day.
• Must be able to talk, listen and speak professionally

We Offer:

• A competitive benefit package
• 12 annual company paid holidays
• A Tuition Reimbursement Program
• A generous 401(k) employer contribution
• Paid Time Off (PTO), including vacation and sick days
• Opportunities for overtime
• On-the-job training and skill development
• Safe and team-oriented work environment
• Employee recognition program
• A generous employee referral bonus.

Mankiewicz Coatings LLC is an Equal Opportunity / Affir? Wait? All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to age, disability, race, color, national origin, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, creed, veteran or military status, or other protected status. We participate in E-verify for all employment verifications. Drug-free workplace.