
Quality Engineer
Magna · Piedmont, SC
- Level
- Engineer
- Team
- Quality
- Base pay
- $65k–$85k
- Degree
- Required
- Experience asked
- 1+ years
- Industry
- Automotive
- Posted
- Yesterday
The role in 30 seconds
An engineer-level quality role at Magna (automotive) in Piedmont, SC. If you have any questions or concerns about this process, feel free to contact our Talent Attraction team.
- They ask for
- 1+ years · degree required
- Tools it names
- Root cause, SPC, FMEA, PPAP, APQP, Control plans
- Base pay
- $65k–$85k
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Your game plan for this job
Most people just hit Apply. Do these first and you show up with someone on the inside.
- 1
Find 2–3 people on the Quality team at this site
Engineers who joined in the last year or two reply most.
- 2
Send a short, curious note
Ask about the work, not for a referral. We write it for you.
- 3
Have a 15-minute chat
Good questions for this role:
- What does a normal week look like on your team?
- Which standards drive the work here: ISO 13485, IATF 16949, AS9100?
- How much of the job is customer complaints versus prevention?
- How did you land the job? What stood out in your interviews?
- 4
Apply, ideally with a referral
Ask if they'd refer you or introduce you to the hiring manager. Send your résumé link and tell them the day you apply.
- 5
Bring proof to the interview
One page of before-and-after numbers from projects you led: scrap, OEE, cycle time, cost. Plant managers hire on results.
About the role
responsibilities
as well as a wide range of development prospects. Because we believe that your career path should be as unique as you are.
Essential functions of the positions
- ◆Lead customer quality activities, ensuring customer requirements, product quality targets, and key performance metrics (PPM, RMAs, incident rates) are achieved.
- ◆Support new program launches and engineering/process changes by developing and maintaining APQP documentation, including PPAPs, ISIRs, Control Plans, FMEAs, inspection instructions, and KOIs.
- ◆Drive corrective action processes by conducting root cause analysis, managing PDCA activities, investigating quality failures, and ensuring timely and effective closure of customer and internal concerns.
- ◆Monitor and improve manufacturing quality performance through product audits, system audits, SPC analysis, dimensional reviews, process capability evaluations, and verification of corrective action effectiveness.
- ◆Coordinate cross-functional quality initiatives and improvement projects, partnering with production, engineering, dimensional quality teams, and customers to resolve issues and maintain process stability.
- ◆Maintain and improve risk management activities by reviewing FMEAs, updating occurrence and detection ratings, reducing RPN values, and implementing effective manufacturing countermeasures.
- ◆Provide leadership, technical guidance, and training while utilizing quality tools, metrology equipment, statistical analysis, and quality management systems to ensure compliance with customer and organizational standards.
Education
- ✓Bachelor’s degree in engineering from a four year college or university
Work experience / technical training
- ✓1+ years of Quality Engineering experience; or 8 years of equivalent Quality Engineering experience.
- ✓Must be skilled with APQP and SPC concepts both theoretical and practical, CMM equipment and data analysis, problem statements and root cause analysis, common problem solving methods and techniques.
- ✓CQE, CQM, and/or ASQM credentials preferred.
- ✓Computer proficiency (Microsoft Word, Excel, Powerpoint).
- ✓Ability to work with other computer systems & programs related to the performance of Quality activities.
- ✓Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
WHY WORK HERE?
- ✓Health Insurance (includes telemedicine, FSA, HSA, and other benefits)
- ✓Dental Insurance
- ✓Vision Insurance
- ✓401(k) with match
- ✓Employee Profit Sharing Plan
- ✓Employee Assistance Program
- ✓Tuition Reimbursement
- ✓Referral Program - Up to $1,000 per hired referral
- ✓Onsite cafeteria with multiple fresh-cooked options and salad bar, and fully stocked breakrooms throughout plant
- ✓Annual events (Summer cookout, Christmas party, etc.)
- ✓Onsite Nurses' office
- ✓Onsite Mother's room
Pay range: $65,000 - $85,000 annual salary
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AI-Assisted Screening Disclosure
As part of our commitment to a fair, consistent, and efficient recruitment process, we may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in the initial screening of applications submitted through our Workday system. These tools help identify
qualifications
and experience that align with the role requirements. Please note that AI is used solely to support our recruiters. Final decisions are always made by the hiring manager and the hiring team. Importantly, no applicant data is shared externally through these AI tools. All information remains securely within our systems and is handled in accordance with our privacy and data protection policies.
Under conditions defined by applicable law, you may have the right to request an explanation of how AI is used to support decision-making.
If you have any questions or concerns about this process, feel free to contact our Talent Attraction team.
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What we offer
At Magna, you can expect an engaging and dynamic environment where you can help to develop industry-leading automotive technologies. We invest in our employees, providing them with the support and resources they need to succeed. As a member of our global team, you can expect exciting, varied
Group Summary
Cosma provides a comprehensive range of body, chassis and engineering solutions to global customers. Through our robust product engineering, outstanding tooling capabilities and diverse process expertise, we continue to bring lightweight and innovative products to market.
Job
Worker Type
Regular / Permanent
Group
Cosma International
