Quality Control Inspector Jobs in South Carolina
Quality Control Inspector jobs in South Carolina are concentrated in the manufacturing corridors of Greenville, Spartanburg, and Charleston, where industries from automotive and aerospace to food processing and plastics rely on inspectors at every level from entry-line to senior quality engineer. BMW Manufacturing, Volvo Cars, and Boeing South Carolina are among the state's most established employers with ongoing quality control needs. The most in-demand specialties include dimensional inspection, ISO and AS9100 compliance, and incoming materials verification. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Description
At Thorne, we work to deliver high-quality, science-backed solutions to empower individuals to take a proactive approach to their well-being. Each day begins with a mission to help others discover and achieve their best health. We count on our team members to challenge and push the boundaries to make that happen. At Thorne, you’ll be joining a team of more than 750 passionate individuals committed to our cause of providing superior health solutions at every age and life stage.
The Quality Control (QC) Inspector Lead follows established procedures to perform activities associated with the sampling, inspection, testing, and examination of incoming materials, mixtures, in-process materials, finished products, and releases.
Operating Schedule:
- 2nd Shift 3:00pm - 11:30pm | Monday - Friday
- 3rd Shift 11:00pm - 7:30am | Monday - Friday
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Leads and inspires team members.
- Is the lead trainer and assessor for QCI new hires, continuing certification, and process training.
- Verification of QC and Operations processes:
- Verifies AQL checks in Encapsulation, Powderfill, and Packaging
- QC verifications of Inventory status dispositions including NCMs
- QC Champion on Incidents and Investigation reports
- Implements process improvements
- Participates in and/or leads, as needed, QCI departmental meetings.
- Conducts weekly Audit walks.
- Supports and monitors cGMP activities throughout the process.
- Tracks QCI consumables goods and order, as needed.
- Is knowledgeable of the QCI’s responsibilities, experience, education, competencies, and physical demands.
- Actively participate in required training, development programs, and electives, and support colleagues, trainers, and management as appropriate with these efforts.
- Promotes the Company’s Mission and Values, including an accountable, innovative, and results-oriented culture that promotes customer service, openness, teamwork, mutual trust, and respect.
- Holds turnover meetings with each shift on all follow up items that need to be passed on.
- Fills in for supervisor as needed for meetings when supervisor is unable to attend.
- Covers supervisor duties when supervisor is out of office.
WHAT YOU NEED
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED) is required.
- Successfully completed QC Inspector certification levels or has had previous experience as a lead in a manufacturing environment is required.
- Employee has basic computer skills and Microsoft Office experience.
- Employee can use handheld calculators to perform basic math calculations to complete records accurately.
- Employee is able to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
- Employee is able to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.
WHAT WE OFFER
- Competitive compensation
- 100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage for employees
- Company-paid short- and long-term disability insurance
- Company- paid life insurance
- 401k plan with employer matching contributions up to 4%
- Gym membership reimbursement
- Monthly allowance of Thorne supplements
- Paid time off, volunteer time off and holiday leave
- Training, professional development, and career growth opportunities
About Thorne
Thorne is the leader in science-backed health and wellness solutions committed to helping individuals live healthier longer. As the top recommended clinical brand by healthcare practitioners, Thorne offers a comprehensive range of products including nutritional supplements and health tests designed to meet the unique needs of individuals at every stage of life. Founded in 1984, Thorne products are formulated with the highest-quality ingredients, supported by clinical research, and rigorously tested to ensure purity, potency, and efficacy. Thorne is trusted by 47,000+ health-care professionals, thousands of professional athletes, more than 100 professional sports teams, multiple U.S. National Teams, and more than five million consumers. For more information, visit Thorne.com.
Description
At Thorne, we work to deliver high-quality, science-backed solutions to empower individuals to take a proactive approach to their well-being. Each day begins with a mission to help others discover and achieve their best health. We count on our team members to challenge and push the boundaries to make that happen. At Thorne, you’ll be joining a team of more than 750 passionate individuals committed to our cause of providing superior health solutions at every age and life stage.
The Quality Control (QC) Inspector Lead follows established procedures to perform activities associated with the sampling, inspection, testing, and examination of incoming materials, mixtures, in-process materials, finished products, and releases.
Operating Schedule:
- 2nd Shift 3:00pm - 11:30pm | Monday - Friday
- 3rd Shift 11:00pm - 7:30am | Monday - Friday
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Leads and inspires team members.
- Is the lead trainer and assessor for QCI new hires, continuing certification, and process training.
- Verification of QC and Operations processes:
- Verifies AQL checks in Encapsulation, Powderfill, and Packaging
- QC verifications of Inventory status dispositions including NCMs
- QC Champion on Incidents and Investigation reports
- Implements process improvements
- Participates in and/or leads, as needed, QCI departmental meetings.
- Conducts weekly Audit walks.
- Supports and monitors cGMP activities throughout the process.
- Tracks QCI consumables goods and order, as needed.
- Is knowledgeable of the QCI’s responsibilities, experience, education, competencies, and physical demands.
- Actively participate in required training, development programs, and electives, and support colleagues, trainers, and management as appropriate with these efforts.
- Promotes the Company’s Mission and Values, including an accountable, innovative, and results-oriented culture that promotes customer service, openness, teamwork, mutual trust, and respect.
- Holds turnover meetings with each shift on all follow up items that need to be passed on.
- Fills in for supervisor as needed for meetings when supervisor is unable to attend.
- Covers supervisor duties when supervisor is out of office.
WHAT YOU NEED
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED) is required.
- Successfully completed QC Inspector certification levels or has had previous experience as a lead in a manufacturing environment is required.
- Employee has basic computer skills and Microsoft Office experience.
- Employee can use handheld calculators to perform basic math calculations to complete records accurately.
- Employee is able to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
- Employee is able to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.
WHAT WE OFFER
- Competitive compensation
- 100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage for employees
- Company-paid short- and long-term disability insurance
- Company- paid life insurance
- 401k plan with employer matching contributions up to 4%
- Gym membership reimbursement
- Monthly allowance of Thorne supplements
- Paid time off, volunteer time off and holiday leave
- Training, professional development, and career growth opportunities
About Thorne
Thorne is the leader in science-backed health and wellness solutions committed to helping individuals live healthier longer. As the top recommended clinical brand by healthcare practitioners, Thorne offers a comprehensive range of products including nutritional supplements and health tests designed to meet the unique needs of individuals at every stage of life. Founded in 1984, Thorne products are formulated with the highest-quality ingredients, supported by clinical research, and rigorously tested to ensure purity, potency, and efficacy. Thorne is trusted by 47,000+ health-care professionals, thousands of professional athletes, more than 100 professional sports teams, multiple U.S. National Teams, and more than five million consumers. For more information, visit Thorne.com.
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What South Carolina Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in quality control inspector jobs across South Carolina.
- High school diploma or GED required, associate or bachelor's degree preferred by most employers
- Proficiency with calipers, micrometers, and coordinate measuring machines for dimensional inspection
- Familiarity with ISO 9001, AS9100, or IATF 16949 quality management standards
- Experience reading and interpreting engineering drawings, blueprints, and technical specifications
- Knowledge of statistical process control methods and ability to document nonconformances clearly
- ASQ Certified Quality Inspector credential recognized as a strong differentiator in South Carolina listings
Quality Control Inspector Jobs in South Carolina: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a quality control inspector in South Carolina?
South Carolina does not require a state-issued license to work as a quality control inspector. Most employers in the state hire candidates with a high school diploma and on-the-job experience, though an associate degree in manufacturing technology or industrial engineering technology from a technical college such as Greenville Technical College or Trident Technical College strengthens your application. Earning the ASQ Certified Quality Inspector credential demonstrates competency and is widely recognized by South Carolina manufacturers.
Which companies hire quality control inspectors in South Carolina?
Employers hiring quality control inspectors in South Carolina right now include SAIC, VPet, and Gildan, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. South Carolina's dense concentration of automotive and aerospace manufacturers along the I-85 corridor and the Charleston coast means demand remains consistent across both large OEMs and their regional supplier networks.
Which South Carolina cities have the most quality control inspector jobs?
Aiken, Greer, and Sumter have the most quality control inspector openings in South Carolina. Greenville and Spartanburg lead because the Upstate region hosts BMW Manufacturing, a large aerospace supply chain, and dozens of plastics and advanced materials plants, while Charleston's growth reflects Boeing South Carolina and the expanding port-adjacent logistics and defense manufacturing sector.
Are there remote quality control inspector jobs in South Carolina?
Yes, but they're rare. Quality control inspection is fundamentally a hands-on, on-site role that requires physically examining parts, operating measurement equipment, and walking production floors. About 0% of quality control inspector openings tied to South Carolina are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those tend to involve document control, supplier auditing coordination, or quality systems management rather than floor-level inspection work.
How can I get hired as a quality control inspector in South Carolina with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a production associate or manufacturing technician role at a South Carolina plant, where you can move laterally into inspection once you understand the process. Greenville Technical College and Trident Technical College both offer short-term quality and manufacturing certificates that make candidates competitive. Large Upstate manufacturers and Boeing regularly hire for inspection assistant and quality technician roles that serve as structured on-ramps, and completing an ASQ Certified Quality Inspector prep course signals seriousness to hiring managers even before you have direct inspection experience.
Where can I find and apply to quality control inspector jobs in South Carolina?
You can find and apply to quality control inspector jobs in South Carolina on Migrate Mate, which lists current South Carolina openings across manufacturing, aerospace, automotive, and food processing employers. Search the listings, identify roles that match your experience level and preferred location, and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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