Entry Level Quality Control Engineer

Quality Control Technician / Junior Quality Engineer

Stony Point, NY (Onsite)

$50,000 - $60,000

Full-Time | First Shift (8:00 AM Start)

Overview

We are seeking a Quality Control Technician / Junior Quality Engineer to join a growing electronics and lighting manufacturing team. This role serves as a key partner to Manufacturing and Quality Engineering, focusing on incoming inspection, production quality, and process improvement initiatives.

This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career engineer or quality professional looking to grow within a collaborative, hands-on environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform incoming inspection of purchased parts and subassemblies using defined criteria

• Conduct quality inspections and testing to ensure compliance with specifications

• Utilize inspection tools including:

• Calipers

• Micrometers

• Height gages

• Thread gages and pin gages

• Accurately document inspection results and maintain quality records

• Support root cause analysis (RCA) for production issues (scrap, rework, yield loss)

• Collaborate with manufacturing and engineering teams to drive process improvements

• Maintain and update controlled documents, inspection templates, and quality records

• Assist with implementing SPC metrics and continuous improvement initiatives

• Provide recommendations to improve product quality and manufacturing processes

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering

• 1+ year of experience in manufacturing or quality control (internships/co-ops acceptable)

• Strong understanding of:

• Quality control and inspection processes

• Root cause analysis

• Experience using inspection tools and measurement equipment

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in electronics or lighting manufacturing
• Familiarity with Quality Management Systems (QMS)
• Knowledge of Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing principles
• Experience with SPC (Statistical Process Control)
• Strong attention to detail and documentation accuracy

Why This Role

• Direct hire opportunity with a growing electronics and lighting manufacturer
• Join a small, collaborative engineering and quality team
• Strong opportunity for career growth and development
• Exposure to both quality engineering and manufacturing operations
• Competitive benefits and employee-focused culture

Work Environment

• Fully onsite role in Stony Point, NY
• Manufacturing and production environment
• Business casual dress code
• Team-oriented setting with high cross-functional collaboration

Ideal Candidate Profile

You are a detail-oriented, driven professional who:

• Enjoys working hands-on with inspection tools and manufacturing processes
• Has a strong interest in quality engineering and continuous improvement
• Is comfortable analyzing issues and contributing to root cause solutions
• Thrives in a growing, team-focused environment

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Stony Point, NY.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $50000.00 - $60000.00/yr.

Direct Hire - Growing lighting/electronics company. Small engineering team; lots of development and collaboration across teams. Great benefits and employee offerings including medical, dental, vision benefits, and paid holidays and PTO.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Stony Point,NY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 26, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing winner for both client and talent service.

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