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How much do production quality manager jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 25, 2026, the average hourly pay for production quality manager in Cross, SC is $24.13, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.51 and $29.57 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a production quality manager?

Production Quality Managers are professionals responsible for ensuring that manufacturing processes and products meet established quality standards and regulations. They develop and implement quality control systems, inspect materials and products, analyze data, and collaborate with production teams to resolve quality issues. Their role is crucial in minimizing defects, improving efficiency, and maintaining customer satisfaction by delivering consistent, high-quality products.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a production quality manager?

To thrive as a Production Quality Manager, you need in-depth knowledge of quality management systems, production processes, and a relevant degree such as engineering or industrial management. Familiarity with tools like Six Sigma, ISO 9001 standards, and statistical process control software is typically required. Strong leadership, analytical thinking, and effective communication skills help manage teams and drive continuous improvement initiatives. These skills and qualities are essential to ensure product quality, compliance, and operational efficiency within manufacturing environments.

What are the main challenges a production quality manager faces when implementing new quality standards in a manufacturing environment?

One of the primary challenges a Production Quality Manager encounters is ensuring consistent buy-in from both production staff and management when introducing new quality standards. Balancing the need for strict adherence to quality protocols with maintaining production efficiency can be difficult, especially when changes require adjustments to established workflows. Additionally, thorough training and clear communication are essential to minimize resistance and errors. Collaboration across departments and ongoing monitoring are key to successful implementation and continuous improvement.

How much does a production quality manager make?

The average salary for a production quality manager typically ranges from $70,000 to $110,000 annually, depending on experience, industry, and company size. Salaries may also include bonuses and benefits, and the role often requires knowledge of quality management systems and certifications such as Six Sigma or ISO standards.

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Infographic showing various Production Quality Manager job openings in Cross, SC as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 16% Part Time, 4% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 92% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $50,181 per year, or $24.1 per hour.

BIW Production Quality Engineer

Daimler

Ladson, SC • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 15 days ago

Job description

Shape the future today.
 

The world is changing. The question is, whatwill be our contribution to the outcome? We have set the pace in the field ofmobility from the very beginning, and we will continue to do so. At Mercedes-BenzVans, interdisciplinary teams are developing the mobility of tomorrow. Our goalis to make mobility safer, simpler, and more sustainable for people across theglobe. Put your pioneering spirit to good use: This is your opportunity to makea contribution that extends far beyond your job title.

 

At Mercedes-Benz Vans, we offer you theperfect environment for your professional and personal growth. Cutting-edgetraining and promising career opportunities will help you to foster and expandyour professional skill set as well as your individual strengths. Think, try,and thrive with us in collaborative work environments that spark game-changingconcepts.

 
Job Overview:

Monitors the factory'sperformance, manage & allocate manpower and strengthen and develop theorganization's production & planning structure. Develops, implants, andimproves complex manufacturing production processes and methods.

 
Responsibilities:
  • Develops bestpractices to improve production capacity, quality and reliability
  • Manage theimplementation of continuous improvement processes for efficiency to create aLean Manufacturing environment.
  • Ensuresimplementation and execution of problem solving of quality issues producedwithin the body shop
  • Assessesunusual circumstances, suggests variations in approaches due to incomplete orconflicting data
  • Initiates andsupports with concepts and defines actions to improve production quality and orprocesses
  • Investigatesproblems, analyzes root causes and derives resolutions. Will use 8D ProblemSolving Process to ensure sustainable quality products.
  • Developsoperational strategies to achieve production and quality objectives
  • Assures productand process quality by designing complex testing methods; testing finished-product and process capabilities; establishing standards; confirmingmanufacturing processes
  • Utilize systemanalysis of production methods/procedures and process automations for continuedgrowth improvements.
  • Performs avariety of complicated tasks relying on experience and judgment to plan andaccomplish goals
  • Evaluatescurrent production activities and drives improvements
  • Periodicallyensures that highly technical equipment meets required specifications and highquality standards
  • Implements costreduction initiatives while maintaining high quality standards
  • Contributes toproduct and process quality design testing methods
  • Developsplanning standards, methods, and procedures
  • Stays currentwith product specifications, engineering technology and production processes
  • Providesguidance to team members to accomplish production goals; Mentors and providesguidance to less senior manufacturing engineers for skill/knowledge basedevelopment. Motivate, develop, direct and influence team members at all levelsand cultural backgrounds of the organization.
  • Participates inregularly scheduled team meetings
  • Will performother duties as assigned

  • Bachelor'sDegree in Industrial, Manufacturing Engineering, or other relevant degreerequired*.
  • Over 5 years ofrelevant experience required, strongly preferring Body in White
  • 3D-CADexperience such as; Inventor, SolidWorks, Catia, Siemens NX, ect.
  • *6 years ofrelevant experience may be substituted for degree.
  • Knowledge of qualitysensors including destructive testing and geometric technologies.           
  • Knowledge inthe application of complex quality methods.
  • Strong dataprocessing skills.
  • Knowledge ofmanufacturing methods/procedures and process technology.
  • Ability topresent complex technical information related to achieving goals of thedepartment.
  • Able toinfluence team members at all levels of the organization
  • Proven writtenand verbal communication at all levels within the organization with goodnegotiation skills.
  • Able toanticipate needs and deliver timely, relevant solutions and actions.
  • Knowledge ofvalue stream mapping to reduce waste and improve output in a productionenvironment is desired.
  • Experience indimensional accuracy desired.
 
We are all in for change. Are you too? Apply now.
 

If you have experience in the above and areinterested in joining an outstanding company we welcome you to apply. Thedivision Mercedes-Benz Vans is world renown for quality and innovativeproducts.

 

EXCELLENT COMPENSATION & BENEFITS PLAN WITH401k MATCHING

 

Mercedes-Benz Vans, LLC ("MBV") is a plant in Ladson, South Carolina that produces Sprintervans for the U.S. and Canadian market under the brands Mercedes-Benz andFreightliner. The midsize Mercedes-Benz Metris vans are also reassembled atthis location.

 

Mercedes-BenzVans, LLC invested 500 million U.S. dollars in the construction of a newSprinter production plant in addition to an expansion of the previous assemblyoperations. In September 2018, MBV officially opened its new plant, locatednext to existing operations in the North Charleston area. The MBV facility willprovide up to 1,300 jobs by the end of the decade and is expected to create atleast 600 additional jobs in the region through its suppliers.

 

Morethan 130,000 Sprinters have been assembled in North Charleston and delivered todestinations in the U.S. since 2006. The U.S. is now the second largest marketfor Sprinter vans, after Germany.

 

Please beaware the impact of COVID-19 could increase the amount of time it takes our HRand Hiring Team to process your application. We apologize for any inconveniencethis may cause. We are dedicated to the health and safety of our employees andcandidates. We appreciate your patience during this time.

 

Mercedes-Benz Vans, LLC is committed tofostering an inclusive environment that appreciates and leverages the diversityof our team. We provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all qualifiedapplicants and employees without regard to race, color, ethnicity, sex(including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation),age, nationalorigin, religion, marital status, veteran status, physical or other disability,genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state orlocal law.


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