SITE QUALITY ENGINEER

OPmobility SE; Greer (SC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

OPmobility SE is seeking a SITE QUALITY ENGINEER to lead quality initiatives in our manufacturing environment in the U.S. The role focuses on resolving issues, supporting new product launches, and applying 8D, QRCM, and PFMEA practices with cross-functional teams.

You will coach production staff, release rework instructions, and partner with customers to prevent defects while driving the quality improvement roadmap.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of relevant work experience in quality engineering.
• Experience with automotive quality standards and customer interfaces.
• Knowledge of problem solving methods and preventive action.
• Familiarity with PFMEA, control plans, 8D and QRCM.

Responsibilities

• Manages issues and problem solving for internal and external customers.
• Supports launches by participating in PFMEA and control plans.
• Applies quality tools and coaching for production personnel.
• Defines and releases rework instructions and problem alerts.
• Participates in part rejection analysis with customers for 0km and warranty.
• Visits customers regularly to build long-term relationships.
• Leads 8D and QRCM usage and maintains quality boards.
• Sets up limit samples during new product launches and trains operators.
• Supports manufacturing readiness and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Quality management

Problem solving

Communication

Lean Six Sigma

Safety culture

Education

ASQ Certified Quality Auditor (CQA) or Certified Quality Engineer (CQE)

Job description

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SITE QUALITY ENGINEER

Ready to take on meaningful challenges and shape the next generation of mobility?

Joining OPmobility means stepping into a global group with a purpose to keep people and goods moving safely, smarter, and sustainably everywhere.

• Job Title : SITE QUALITY ENGINEER
• Type of contract : Long-term At-will
• Expected Hiring Date : ASAP

Responsibilities :

• Manages issues and problem solving for internal and external customers.
• Supports the launch of new products by Participating with PQL in the development of PFMEA and the control plan
• Ensures that for every quality incident, the right quality tools are applied by the production personnel (through training, coaching, leading). Root cause analysis, action planning, application of containment measures, e.g. quality wall or controlled shipping
• Is responsible to define and release rework instructions and their application and when necessary defines a Problem Alert for critical internal and external issues.
• Participates in regular part rejections analysis with the customer for 0km and Warranty.
• Visits the Customer (internal & external) regularly to establish a long term relationship.
• Applies and coaches the use of 8D and QRCM in production. Maintains the Customer Quality Fast Response Board and process FMEAs.
• During new product launches – Sets up limit samples and Problem Alerts and organizes training with the production area leaders. Trains the operators together with production area leader.
• Participates and supports MPM during run @ rate and during all manufacturing readiness operations
• Develops together with the manufacturing engineering, CI and HSE, the Standard Work (SPS, SWI) for all production processes.
• Ensures process control by Checking/ Auditing that the controls are rigorously respected and escape in event of non compliance * Updates and follows up the quality production indicators
• Participates in the Quality Improvement Roadmap activity- as assigned.
• Contributes to installing preventive actions to avoid internal and customer issues
• Actively lead and support LL and DFQ process
• Support QRCM process in the plant

Ideal Candidate Profile :

• Technical qualification 3-5 years relevant work experience
• ASQ certification as Certified Quality Auditor (CQA) or Certified Quality Engineer (CQE)
• Experience dealing with demanding customers with regard to quality and delivery (Tier 1 automotive experience a plus)
• Experience in a large manufacturing environment, with a background to problem solving, deployment of industrial standards and best practices
• “Lean” or “Six Sigma” application to products, processes and flows
• Open to new concepts and innovation with application to problem solving (six sigma) and productivity improvement
• Thorough knowledge of quality management systems (QS-9000, ISO/TS16949……)
• Proven record of delivering results Good communicator
• Ability to coach and develop quality mindset within the operational team
• Dedication to safety

At OPmobility, people truly matter. We are committed to building inclusive teams, promoting diversity and equality, and ensuring that every application is considered fairly - because the future of mobility is built by diverse perspectives, bold ideas, and people who dare to move forward.

Innovation is therefore not a buzzword, but a natural part of everyday work. You’ll grow in an international environment where cutting-edge technologies, industrial excellence, and real-world impact come together to tackle the challenges of tomorrow’s automotive industry.

Founded in 1946 by Pierre Burelle, OPmobility, known until 2024 as Plastic Omnium, has transformed itself into a player in sustainable and connected mobility. Today, OPmobility develops technological solutions across four areas of expertise: exterior and lighting systems, the integration of complex modules, technologies related to energy storage, hydrogen and electrification, and a division dedicated to the development of embedded software and digital solutions.

With €11.5 billion in revenue in 2025, 152 factories, 40 R&D centers, and nearly 38,100 employees across 28 countries, OPmobility combines global scale with local impact. All driven by a shared ambition to accelerate the automotive energy transition.