Manufacturing Quality Engineer

Job Description: Manufacturing Quality Engineer

The Manufacturing Quality Engineer is responsible for leading the 8D and corrective action processes across two manufacturing sites. This position is centered on identifying and resolving quality issues at their root cause, ensuring corrective actions are effectively implemented and sustained, and minimizing repeat occurrences through strong problem-solving and preventive practices. The role involves driving investigations into recurring and high-impact quality concerns, partnering closely with plant and engineering teams, and enhancing the execution and long-term effectiveness of corrective actions throughout the organization.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the 8D and corrective action processes across two manufacturing sites.
• Identify root causes of quality issues and ensure corrective actions are effectively implemented.
• Drive the reduction of repeat issues through strong problem-solving and prevention methodologies.
• Conduct investigations into recurring and high-impact quality concerns.
• Partner closely with plant and engineering teams to improve corrective action execution.
• Verify that corrective actions remain effective and prevent future recurrence.
• Analyze warranty, field, and internal defect data to identify trends and patterns.
• Utilize structured problem-solving methodologies and Lean principles to reduce defects.
• Incorporate lessons learned into PFMEA, APQP, and manufacturing control processes.
• Support updates to standard work practices and quality procedures based on investigation findings.

Essential Skills

• Strong proficiency in quality engineering and root cause analysis.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality, or a related field preferred.
• 2 to 7 years of experience in quality, manufacturing, or reliability engineering.
• Experience managing corrective actions from initiation through verified closure.
• Proven ability to resolve recurring or chronic quality issues.
• Ability to work effectively across functions and drive actions without direct authority.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with Lean principles and structured problem-solving methodologies.
• Familiarity with PFMEA, APQP, and manufacturing controls.
• Strong analytical capabilities for data analysis and trend identification.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Mt Carroll, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $85000.00 - $105000.00/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

• Competitive Salary • Medical, Dental, Vision, STD, LTD, AD&D, and Life Insurance • Matching 401(k) Contribution • Health Savings Account • Up to 3 weeks starting Vacation (may increase with tenure) • 12 Paid Holidays • Annual Bonus Eligibility • Educational Reimbursement • Matching Gift Program • Employee Stock Purchase Plan - purchase company stock at a discount!

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Mt Carroll,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 17, 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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