Quality Control Intern: Data‑Driven Quality & Audits

Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc.; Batesburg-Leesville (SC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Rail is seeking an enthusiastic Intern – Quality Control for Summer 2027, based in Batesburg, South Carolina. This role offers real-world projects, mentorship, and a paid internship across quality management and data analytics in a manufacturing environment.

You will engage in inspections, CAPA activities, root-cause analysis, and continuous improvement initiatives while gaining hands-on experience with Hitachi's quality systems and tools.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• Ability to analyze data and identify trends.
• Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment.
• Familiarity with Quality Management Systems (QMS).
• Exposure to Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma concepts.
• Knowledge of statistical analysis and quality tools.
• Experience with Power BI, Minitab, SAP, or other business systems.

Responsibilities

• Assist with quality inspections and verification activities for incoming materials, in-process production, and finished products.
• Support investigation of quality issues and customer complaints.
• Collect, analyze, and report quality performance data and key metrics.
• Maintain quality records, reports, and documentation in accordance with company procedures.
• Participate in internal audits and process reviews.
• Assist with corrective and preventive action (CAPA) activities.
• Support root cause analysis using quality tools such as 5 Why, Fishbone Diagram, and Pareto Analysis.
• Help monitor supplier quality performance and documentation.
• Participate in continuous improvement projects focused on quality, efficiency, and waste reduction.
• Support compliance with applicable quality standards, regulatory requirements, and company policies.

Skills

Strong communication

Organizational skills

MS Office proficiency

Data analysis

Detail-oriented

Teamwork

Education

Quality Management/Engineering degree

Tools

Power BI

Minitab

SAP

Job description

Hitachi Rail is seeking an enthusiastic Intern – Quality Control for Summer 2027, based in Batesburg, South Carolina. This role offers real-world projects, mentorship, and a paid internship across quality management and data analytics in a manufacturing environment.

You will engage in inspections, CAPA activities, root-cause analysis, and continuous improvement initiatives while gaining hands-on experience with Hitachi's quality systems and tools.