Quality Specialist

NPAworldwide; Greenville (SC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

NPAworldwide is seeking a Quality Specialist to support manufacturing excellence by developing and improving production processes, documentation, and quality systems in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

The role requires close collaboration with Engineering, Production, and Quality teams to ensure accurate work instructions, effective implementation of engineering changes, and continuous process improvement. Strong problem-solving and ISO 9001 knowledge are essential.

Qualifications

• 25 years of experience in manufacturing, engineering support, or process improvement.
• Experience creating work instructions and process documentation.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001 quality management systems.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and bills of materials (BOMs).
• Strong problem-solving, root cause analysis, and organizational skills.
• Experience with Lean, 5S, standard work, or continuous improvement methodologies preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and improve manufacturing work instructions and process documentation
• Create visual assembly aids based on engineering drawings and CAD files
• Support Engineering and Production with troubleshooting and root cause analysis
• Conduct layered process audits and ensure compliance with ISO 9001 standards
• Manage engineering change implementation (APQP) and documentation control
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on quality, productivity, and standard work
• Support new product introductions by developing efficient manufacturing processes
• Assist with audit readiness and corrective action activities within the Quality Management System

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Engineering support

Process improvement

Reading engineering drawings

Root cause analysis

Lean 5S

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in a technical field

Tools

CAD

Job description

Job Description

Our client, a leading global manufacturer, is seeking a Quality Specialist to support manufacturing excellence by developing and improving production processes, documentation, and quality systems.

This role works closely with Engineering, Production, and Quality to ensure accurate work instructions, effective implementation of engineering changes, and continuous process improvement in a fast-pacedmanufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and improve manufacturing work instructions and process documentation
• Create visual assembly aids based on engineering drawings and CAD files
• Support Engineering and Production with troubleshooting and root cause analysis
• Conduct layered process audits and ensure compliance with ISO 9001 standards
• Manage engineering change implementation (APQP) and documentation control
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on quality, productivity, and standard work
• Support new product introductions by developing efficient manufacturing processes
• Assist with audit readiness and corrective action activities within the Quality Management System

Qualifications

• 25 years of experience in manufacturing, engineering support, or process improvement
• Associate'sorBachelor'sdegree in a technicalfieldpreferred
• Experience creating work instructions and process documentation
• Knowledge of ISO 9001 quality management systems
• Ability to read engineering drawings and bills of materials (BOMs)
• Strong problem-solving, root cause analysis, and organizational skills
• Experience with Lean, 5S, standard work, or continuous improvement methodologies preferred
• Basic CAD knowledge or the ability to interpret engineering drawings preferred

Why Is This a Great Opportunity

• Opportunity to make a direct impact on manufacturing quality and process improvements
• Cross-functional role working closely with Engineering, Production, and Quality teams
• Play a key role in new product launches and engineering change implementation
• Stable manufacturing environment with opportunities to contribute to continuous improvement initiatives
• Be part of a company committed to quality, innovation, and operational excellence

Salary Type : Annual Salary

Salary Min : $ 65000

Salary Max : $ 75000

Currency Type : USD