What are the responsibilities and job description for the Freelance Quality Engineer Spartanburg SC / Part Time 1099 SCSPSE26 position at SSI SCHÄFER?
We’re seeking a Supplier Quality Engineer to assess supplier capabilities, evaluate manufacturing processes, and drive improvements that strengthen quality and production readiness. You’ll work directly with suppliers and internal cross-functional teams to identify risks, investigate root causes, and communicate clear, actionable findings.
Key Responsibilities
Project Duration: TBD
Note: This is a 1099 contract role – project duration may vary based on client needs
Shift Hours: CURRENT PROJECT: regular day shift.
Note: As a 1099 contractor, project schedules may vary depending on site availability
Location: Must be able to travel around Greenville/Spartanburg, SC and nearby areas
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct supplier capacity audits and production capacity assessments.
- Audit manufacturing processes, including metal injection molding and related production operations.
- Evaluate production tooling, injection molding equipment, and other manufacturing equipment.
- Review quality systems, technical documentation, and inspection and measurement methods.
- Perform risk assessments and root-cause analysis; recommend and track corrective actions.
- Support supplier quality management and continuous process improvement.
- Prepare clear reports and communicate findings.
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, such as Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing, or Quality Engineering, or a related field.
- At least 3 years of experience in quality engineering, supplier quality, manufacturing audits, production capacity assessments, or industrial process auditing.
- Familiarity with production tooling, injection molding equipment, metal injection molding processes, manufacturing equipment, and inspection and measurement tools.
- ASQ Certified Quality Auditor (CQA) or Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) preferred.
- ISO 9001 Lead Auditor certification preferred.
- Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving, and attention to detail.
- Excellent communication and report-writing skills.
- Sound independent judgment and decision-making.
- Customer-focused approach and the ability to work effectively with suppliers and cross-functional teams.
Project Duration: TBD
Note: This is a 1099 contract role – project duration may vary based on client needs
Shift Hours: CURRENT PROJECT: regular day shift.
Note: As a 1099 contractor, project schedules may vary depending on site availability
Location: Must be able to travel around Greenville/Spartanburg, SC and nearby areas
Salary : $30 - $35