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14d ago

Supplier Quality Engineer(Bilingual Mandarin Prefer)

Hounen Solar America Inc. Orangeburg, SC

Orangeburg, SC

14d ago

$40k - $55k/yr Full time Apqp Eight D Engineering

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Job Description

Hounen Solar America Inc. is seeking a Supplier Quality Engineer to safeguard the quality and reliability of PV module manufacturing materials and components. This on-site role in Orangeburg, SC collaborates with suppliers, procurement, engineering, and production teams to ensure incoming materials meet strict quality, reliability, and compliance requirements. Mandarin language skills are preferred to support global supplier relationships.

Responsibilities

Design, deploy, and sustain the supplier quality management framework and related procedures.
Create and update supplier acceptance criteria in line with company protocols.
Execute supplier qualification activities, audits, assessments, and performance evaluations.
Track key supplier quality indicators including incoming defect rate, timely closure of corrective actions, and on-time quality performance.
Lead supplier corrective and preventive actions (SCAR/CAPA) for quality issues.
Collaborate with suppliers to improve process capability, product consistency, and manufacturing reliability.
Review and approve PPAP, FMEA, Control Plans, SPC data, and other quality documentation.
Support incoming quality control (IQC) and resolve material-related issues affecting production.
Participate in new supplier development and component localization initiatives.
Coordinate failure analyses and root cause investigations for supplier-related defects.
Ensure supplier compliance with ISO 9001, ISO 14001, IEC standards, RoHS, REACH, and customer requirements.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives to reduce supplier defects and improve product yield.
Support customer audits and certification activities related to supplier quality.
Prepare quality reports, supplier scorecards, and management presentations.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or above in Engineering, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Quality Management, or related fields.
Minimum 3–5 years of experience in Supplier Quality Engineering, Quality Assurance, or Manufacturing Quality.
Strong knowledge of quality tools and methodologies: 8D, FMEA, SPC, MSA, APQP, PPAP, Root Cause Analysis, Six Sigma tools.
Understanding of ISO quality systems and supplier audit processes.
Ability to read technical drawings, specifications, and engineering documents.
Proficient in Microsoft Office and quality data analysis tools.
Strong communication and supplier management skills.
Excellent problem-solving and analytical abilities.
Ability to work independently and in cross-functional teams.
Strong sense of responsibility and attention to detail.
Willingness to travel for supplier audits and inspections.
Fluent in English (written and spoken).

Technologies

8D
FMEA
SPC
MSA
APQP
PPAP
Root Cause Analysis
Six Sigma tools
Microsoft Office

Benefits

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Relocation assistance
Vision insurance

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Supplier Incoming Quality Rate (PPM)
Supplier Corrective Action Closure Rate
Supplier Audit Score
Material Yield Improvement
Customer Complaint Reduction
On-Time Supplier Quality Response Rate

Pay

USD 40,000 - 55,000 per year

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2mo ago

Process Engineer (Mandarin and English)

Hounen Solar America Inc. Orangeburg, SC

Orangeburg, SC

2mo ago Closed

$75k - $90k/yr Full time Design Engineering Industrial Engineering

This position is no longer accepting applications (closed Jun 13, 2026).

Job Description

The Process Engineer (Mandarin and English) role at Hounen Solar America Inc. focuses on designing, optimizing, and continuously improving solar manufacturing processes. The position drives cost reduction, quality, safety, and process enhancement through data‑driven analysis and close collaboration with cross‑functional teams. This is an on‑site role based in Orangeburg, South Carolina.

Location

Orangeburg, SC (onsite)

Compensation

Annual salary range is USD 74,868.53 to 90,164.25.

Responsibilities

Develop and refine manufacturing processes to enhance efficiency and productivity.
Design and implement process modifications aimed at lowering costs while improving quality.
Analyze production data to identify opportunities for improvement and apply data‑driven solutions.
Use statistical methods to monitor and control manufacturing processes.
Lead continuous improvement initiatives to raise overall process performance.
Collaborate with production teams to adopt best practices across operations.
Work with quality engineers to ensure processes meet or exceed quality standards and address defects.
Implement measures to prevent production defects and mitigate issues.
Identify opportunities for cost reduction in production without sacrificing quality.
Partner with procurement and suppliers to optimize material costs.
Evaluate and recommend new equipment or technologies to enhance manufacturing processes.
Coordinate installation and commissioning of new machinery and technologies.
Conduct risk assessments on existing and proposed processes to identify potential issues and develop mitigation strategies.
Document process designs, modifications, and improvements; ensure regulatory compliance.
Provide training to production teams on new processes and modifications, including the development of training materials.
Ensure compliance with environmental, health, and safety regulations; implement measures to improve workplace safety.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering; master’s degree preferred.
Extensive engineering experience focused in a specific discipline.
Proven track record of leading and managing engineering projects.
Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Leadership and mentoring capabilities with a collaborative approach to teamwork.
In‑depth knowledge of relevant engineering software and tools.
Familiarity with industry regulations and standards.
Mandarin and English bilingual.
Project management skills, including budget and resource management.

Benefits

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Job Types

Full-time
Permanent

Work Location Details

On site, Orangeburg, South Carolina

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Engineer Jobs in Orangeburg, SC

Supplier Quality Engineer(Bilingual Mandarin Prefer)

Process Engineer (Mandarin and English)

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