Quality Engineer

Quality Engineer

PR/082144

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11/05/2026 $95000 - $105000 per annum United States, South Carolina, Camden Permanent Quality Engineer On-Site | Camden, South Carolina Orion Group are delighted to once again be retained by a leading global manufacturer within the filtration and automotive components sector to support the appointment of a Quality Engineer for their on-site manufacturing operation in Camden, SC. This is an excellent opportunity for a quality professional who thrives in a hands-on manufacturing environment and is passionate about driving continuous improvement, process capability, and customer satisfaction. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting both automotive and non-automotive production operations, ensuring compliance with industry quality standards while helping to improve operational performance across the facility. Key Responsibilities Support and maintain quality assurance and quality control processes across manufacturing operations Partner with Engineering and Operations teams to ensure process capability meets product requirements Support new product launches and engineering changes from a quality perspective Develop and maintain control plans and quality documentation Conduct warranty return analysis and implement corrective actions Lead root cause investigations using structured problem-solving tools including 8D, A3, Fishbone, and 5-Why Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on defect prevention and waste reduction Monitor and report key quality metrics and performance indicators Ensure compliance with IATF 16949 and

ISO 9001

quality standards Apply Lean, Six Sigma, and Poka-Yoke methodologies to improve manufacturing performance What We're Looking For Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline, or equivalent industry experience Minimum 3 years' experience in a Quality Engineering or manufacturing quality role Strong working knowledge of automotive core tools including:

APQP FMEA SPC MSA PPAP

Control Plans Experience with structured problem-solving methodologies and root cause analysis Ability to interpret blueprints and GD&T Familiarity with process capability studies and Gage R&R Experience working within IATF 16949 and/or

ISO 9001

environments Proficiency with Microsoft Office and quality/manufacturing systems such as Minitab or SAP Preferred Experience Automotive manufacturing background Lead Auditor certification or willingness to obtain

IATF 16949

Lead Auditor certification Lean or Six Sigma training/certification Why Apply? This opportunity offers the chance to join a globally recognised manufacturer with a strong reputation for quality, innovation, and operational excellence. The role provides significant exposure to cross-functional projects, continuous improvement initiatives, and long-term career development within a growing manufacturing operation. To learn more or apply confidentially, please contact Orion Group today. People are our business worldwide Orion Group was founded in 1987 and is now one of the largest, independent, international recruitment companies. We have a network of 200 employees working from 24 offices, delivering a range of services - Talent Acquisition, Recruitment Outsourcing Services, Retained Search, Global Workforce Solutions, Completions & Commissioning and Materials Management - across 68 countries. As a global leader in workforce solutions, we recruit personnel across the Engineering & Technical, Office & Commercial, Scientific and Skilled Trades disciplines, for sectors including Oil & Gas, Life Science, Power & Utilities, Constructions & Infrastructure, Manufacturing and Renewables.