Quality Auditor

Job Description

Title: Quality Auditor
Location: West Columbia, SC

Hire Type: Contract to Hire
Shift: Mon-Fri 3:30p - 12:00a, Some OT Required on weekends/during week
Pay: $21-$22 /hr
Benefits: Insurance (Health, Medical, Dental), Paid Holidays, PTO, and More!

The Quality Auditor is responsible for auditing manufacturing processes and finished products to ensure compliance with company specifications, regulatory requirements, and internal quality standards. This role supports production and quality teams by identifying process deviations, documenting findings, and assisting with corrective actions to maintain product quality and operational efficiency.

Job Duties

• Conduct product and process audits to verify compliance with company, customer, and regulatory quality standards.
• Perform internal audits following established quality systems and ISO guidelines.
• Collect, verify, and record accurate inspection and quality data.
• Document and track audit findings, ensuring timely follow-up and closure.
• Assist in root cause analysis and corrective action processes for quality issues.
• Prepare reject and defect reports, identifying patterns or trends in quality issues.
• Provide immediate feedback to production teams regarding process deviations or nonconformances.
• Monitor and report quality metrics and performance indicators.
• Maintain organized audit records and documentation in accordance with company standards.
• Participate in Quality Alert meetings and support communication of quality concerns.
• Assist in process training and quality awareness initiatives when needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; vocational or technical training preferred.
• 2 years of inspection, auditing, or quality experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of quality inspection techniques and manufacturing processes.
• Ability to read and interpret technical documentation, instructions, and procedures.
• Experience using inspection tools and measurement equipment preferred.
• Basic computer skills including data entry and spreadsheet usage.
• Strong attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and safety awareness.
• Ability to communicate effectively with production teams and leadership.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
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Meet Your Recruiter

Lauren Rexford
Technical Recruiter

I am a Recruiter at Sterling Engineering, where I support Flex-related positions across a wide range of skill sets, including HR, technicians, engineers, and more. I have been recruiting for nearly three years and joined Sterling in October 2025, and I am loving every minute of it.

I have a passion for recruiting because I love being part of the people industry. I enjoy building relationships, learning about each candidate's goals, and helping pair the right person with the best opportunity. For me, recruiting is about more than filling a role. It is about creating long-term success for both the client and the candidate.

I am also a Certified Staffing Professional through the American Staffing Association, which reflects my commitment to staffing best practices, industry knowledge, and delivering a high-quality experience throughout the recruiting process.

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About West Columbia, SC

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