Quality Assurance Specialist Jobs in South Carolina
Quality Assurance Specialist jobs in South Carolina are concentrated in advanced manufacturing, automotive supply chains, aerospace components, and life sciences, with active hiring at every level from entry-level inspectors to senior compliance leads. The largest hiring markets are Greenville, Columbia, and Charleston, where employers like BMW Manufacturing, Michelin North America, and Bosch have deep-rooted operations and ongoing QA needs. The most in-demand specialties are supplier quality, production inspection, and regulated-industry compliance tied to FDA and ISO frameworks. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Job Requisition: 564653
Address: USA-SC-Spartanburg-95 Garner Rd
Store Code: Store 02661 Grocery (7236120)
Food Lion has been providing an easy, fresh and affordable shopping experience to the communities we serve since 1957. Today, our 82,000 associates serve more than 10 million customers a week across 10 Southeastern and Mid-Atlantic states.
PRIMARY PURPOSE
Provide our customers with a clean, safe, inviting place to shop by maintaining standards in accordance with the standard practice manual. Minimize shrink through proper utilization of standard practice.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Maintain an atmosphere of enthusiastic customer awareness with primary emphasis on fast, friendly, and accurate customer service to create a positive shopping experience
- Courteous and helpful to other associates
- Sweep and clean floors on nights with no scheduled vendor services
- Weekly cleaning of Produce, Market and Deli Departments
- Clean and organize the store mop room
- Find more efficient ways to do the job and seek to reduce costs and improve labor productivity
- Follow QA daily check list and sanitation standards set by Food Lion
- Follow current Standard Practices regarding cleanup of Hazardous Waste product
- Maintain a complete understanding of and adherence to company guidelines, policies and standard practice
- Understand and follow Food Safety and Workplace Safety guidelines and procedures
- Observe and correct all unsafe conditions that could cause associate or customer accidents
- Report all associate and customer accidents in accordance with established Food Lion procedures to the Manager on Duty
- Ensure compliance with local, state and federal regulations
- Wear the Food Lion uniform complete with name badge, when on duty, has a neat and clean appearance while adhering to the Food Lion dress code
- Successfully complete Computer Based Training (CBT), Training Packet and Training Aid courses
- Perform all other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS
- High school graduate or equivalent preferred
- Excellent interpersonal, organizational, communication and customer service skills
- Ability and willingness to learn multiple tasks and technical requirements of the job
- Ability to use technical information to solve problems
- Must meet minimum age requirements to perform specific job functions
- Must be able to meet the physical requirements of the position, with or without reasonable accommodations"
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Ability to use computers and other communication systems required to perform job functions
- Perform repetitive hand and arm motions
- Bend and lift products weighing up to 15 lbs. continuously, 25 lbs. frequently, and 50 lbs. on occasion
- Pull or push up to 75 lbs. on occasion"
- Stand 100% of the time, frequently walking short distances
- Be able to handle a variety of substances associated with cleaning and packaging materials, fresh fruits, vegetables, house plants/flowers and household cleaners
- Use hands to frequently/continuously handle currency (paper and coin) as well as operate a variety of equipment such as cash register, lottery machine (where applicable), scanner, computer, and calculator
- Frequent reaching and grasping at waist level: occasionally above shoulder or below waist level
- Meet established volume activity standards for the position
- Tolerate working in extreme hot/cold temperatures for up to 20 minutes at a time
- Have sufficient visual ability to check ID cards, checks, invoices and other written documents"
Food Lion provides equal employment opportunities to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related conditions) national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity or gender expression or any other characteristic protected by law.
Job Requisition: 564653
Address: USA-SC-Spartanburg-95 Garner Rd
Store Code: Store 02661 Grocery (7236120)
Food Lion has been providing an easy, fresh and affordable shopping experience to the communities we serve since 1957. Today, our 82,000 associates serve more than 10 million customers a week across 10 Southeastern and Mid-Atlantic states.
PRIMARY PURPOSE
Provide our customers with a clean, safe, inviting place to shop by maintaining standards in accordance with the standard practice manual. Minimize shrink through proper utilization of standard practice.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Maintain an atmosphere of enthusiastic customer awareness with primary emphasis on fast, friendly, and accurate customer service to create a positive shopping experience
- Courteous and helpful to other associates
- Sweep and clean floors on nights with no scheduled vendor services
- Weekly cleaning of Produce, Market and Deli Departments
- Clean and organize the store mop room
- Find more efficient ways to do the job and seek to reduce costs and improve labor productivity
- Follow QA daily check list and sanitation standards set by Food Lion
- Follow current Standard Practices regarding cleanup of Hazardous Waste product
- Maintain a complete understanding of and adherence to company guidelines, policies and standard practice
- Understand and follow Food Safety and Workplace Safety guidelines and procedures
- Observe and correct all unsafe conditions that could cause associate or customer accidents
- Report all associate and customer accidents in accordance with established Food Lion procedures to the Manager on Duty
- Ensure compliance with local, state and federal regulations
- Wear the Food Lion uniform complete with name badge, when on duty, has a neat and clean appearance while adhering to the Food Lion dress code
- Successfully complete Computer Based Training (CBT), Training Packet and Training Aid courses
- Perform all other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS
- High school graduate or equivalent preferred
- Excellent interpersonal, organizational, communication and customer service skills
- Ability and willingness to learn multiple tasks and technical requirements of the job
- Ability to use technical information to solve problems
- Must meet minimum age requirements to perform specific job functions
- Must be able to meet the physical requirements of the position, with or without reasonable accommodations"
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Ability to use computers and other communication systems required to perform job functions
- Perform repetitive hand and arm motions
- Bend and lift products weighing up to 15 lbs. continuously, 25 lbs. frequently, and 50 lbs. on occasion
- Pull or push up to 75 lbs. on occasion"
- Stand 100% of the time, frequently walking short distances
- Be able to handle a variety of substances associated with cleaning and packaging materials, fresh fruits, vegetables, house plants/flowers and household cleaners
- Use hands to frequently/continuously handle currency (paper and coin) as well as operate a variety of equipment such as cash register, lottery machine (where applicable), scanner, computer, and calculator
- Frequent reaching and grasping at waist level: occasionally above shoulder or below waist level
- Meet established volume activity standards for the position
- Tolerate working in extreme hot/cold temperatures for up to 20 minutes at a time
- Have sufficient visual ability to check ID cards, checks, invoices and other written documents"
Food Lion provides equal employment opportunities to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related conditions) national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity or gender expression or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Where South Carolina roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Quality Assurance Specialist Job Market in South Carolina
A snapshot from current South Carolina openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Food Lion27
- International Vitamin Corporation3
- Lockheed Martin2
- Aecon Group2
- C.A. Murren and Sons2
Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software
- Agriculture & Farming
What South Carolina Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in quality assurance specialist jobs across South Carolina.
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, science, or a related technical field preferred
- Hands-on experience with ISO 9001 quality management systems and internal auditing
- Proficiency with inspection tools, measurement equipment, and statistical process control methods
- Familiarity with IATF 16949 or automotive quality standards for manufacturing environments
- Strong documentation skills for writing non-conformance reports and corrective action plans
- Experience with root cause analysis methodologies such as 8D, FMEA, or fishbone diagrams
Quality Assurance Specialist Jobs in South Carolina: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a quality assurance specialist in South Carolina?
Most quality assurance specialist roles in South Carolina require at minimum an associate or bachelor's degree in engineering technology, life sciences, or a related field, though experienced candidates from production or inspection roles are also hired. No state-issued license is required for the general QA role, but certifications from the American Society for Quality, such as Certified Quality Inspector or Certified Quality Technician, are recognized by South Carolina employers and strengthen candidacy in manufacturing and regulated industries.
Which companies hire quality assurance specialists in South Carolina?
Employers hiring quality assurance specialists in South Carolina right now include Food Lion, International Vitamin Corporation, and Lockheed Martin, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. South Carolina's concentration of automotive, aerospace, and medical device manufacturers means QA demand is distributed statewide rather than limited to a single metro.
Which South Carolina cities have the most quality assurance specialist jobs?
Columbia, Greenville, and Aiken have the most quality assurance specialist openings in South Carolina. Greenville leads because of the dense automotive and advanced manufacturing corridor anchored by BMW and Michelin, while Columbia draws openings from defense contractors and government facilities, and Charleston's growing aerospace and logistics sector drives demand in the Lowcountry.
Are there remote quality assurance specialist jobs in South Carolina?
Yes, but they're rare. About 13% of quality assurance specialist openings tied to South Carolina are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting that most QA work requires physical presence on production floors or in labs. The portions most suited to remote work include supplier audits conducted by video, documentation review, and compliance report writing.
How can I get hired as a quality assurance specialist in South Carolina with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is landing a quality control inspector or production technician role at one of South Carolina's large manufacturing employers and building toward a specialist title from within. BMW Manufacturing and Michelin both run structured onboarding programs that move line-level employees into QA functions. Earning an ASQ Certified Quality Inspector credential before applying signals technical readiness and gives candidates without a degree a concrete edge with South Carolina manufacturers.
Where can I find and apply to quality assurance specialist jobs in South Carolina?
You can find and apply to quality assurance specialist jobs in South Carolina on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers actively hiring in the state. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience level and industry background, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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