Quality Specialist (QSB)

SWJ Technology; Greer (SC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

SWJ Technology in Greer, SC is seeking a Quality Specialist for an automotive client project. The role is onsite and focuses on preventing non-conformities and maintaining supplier quality through QMS.

You will investigate root causes using 8D methods, document case statuses, and collaborate with internal teams and suppliers to resolve issues quickly.

Candidates should have an associate's degree and strong problem-solving, English communication, and SAP experience.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or the equivalent combination of education and/or experience required.
• Experience with quality assurance systems and tools is preferred.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Secure non-conforming material at collection points.
• Create case in Quality Management System (QMS).
• Coordinate transport of non-conforming material to evaluation area and update location in system.
• Research technical specifications to diagnose root causes (supplier, transport, in-house).
• Raise appropriate complaint reports including PPM, costs, 8D; define disposition of material.
• Manage and update the case in the QMS through documentation and approvals.
• Collaborate with internal teams, suppliers, and service providers to resolve issues.
• Ensure adherence to disposition time limits and document exceptions.
• Prepare case status reports as needed.
• Perform other duties to support customer and business demands.

Skills

SAP experience

Quality management

QA systems/tools

Communication (English)

Cross-functional collaboration

Attention to detail

PPM tracking

8D problem solving

Education

Associate's degree

Tools

QMS software

Job description

SWJ Technology specializes in providing engineering, planning, and project management services across various industries. We are currently seeking a Quality Specialist for an assigned project with a client in the automotive industry. The role is based in Greer, SC and requires onsite presence. If you are eager to grow your career and make a meaningful impact on exciting projects, we look forward to your application.

PURPOSE:

The job of the Quality Specialist ensures high quality levels by investigating and avoiding non-conformities of supplier parts/material found in the production process.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Secure non-conforming material/parts at collection points
• Create the corresponding case in the relevant Quality Management systems (QMS),
• Coordinate the transport of non-conforming material to the evaluation area and update its location in the system
• Research the technical reference specification of the material to perform diagnoses and tests to investigate and determine the root cause of the quality issue (supplier, transportation, in-house, etc.)
• Raise appropriate complaint reports (to include allocation of PPM / Costs / 8D’s) and define the appropriate disposition of the material
• Manage and update the case in the QMS through documentation, quality alerts, evaluation, and containment through approval of a resolution and closure
• As needed, collaborate with process partners in-house, at suppliers and other service providers to investigate and resolve new issues
• Coordinate adherence to standard disposition times limits and document exceptions
• Prepare case status reports as needed
• Perform other duties as assigned to support customer and business demands.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Relevant associate’s degree or the equivalent combination of education and/or experiencerequired

REQUIRED SKILLS:

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Quality management knowledge and experience
• Experience with quality assurance systems and tools.
• Proficiency in verbal and written communication in English.
• Excellent skills to work cross-functionally with internal teams and external suppliers.
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Experience with PPM tracking, cost allocation, and 8D problem-solving methodologies.
• SAP experience

PREFERRED SKILLS:

• Experience in the automotive industry

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Work is normally performed in an office, laboratory, manufacturing floor, or machine shop setting where physical work includes, but is not limited to sitting, standing, reaching, kneeling, bending, and lifting up to 25 lbs.
• Must be able to understand and comply with all relevant safety practices.

FLSA STATUS/WORKING SCHEDULE

• Location: Greer, SC
• Schedule: Part to Full Time
• Overtime: as required
• Assignment Start: ASAP

DISCLAIMER:

This job description is a high-level overview of general expectations of this position. It is not intended to list every responsibility of the position, nor does it represent an employment contract of any kind.

SWJ TECHNOLOGY and all of its subsidiaries (i.e., SWJ MACHINING and ProjectOne US) are Equal Opportunity Employers and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.