Quality Control Manager

Job Title: Quality Management Representative (QMR)

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated Quality Management Representative (QMR) to lead our Quality Management System (QMS). This role involves overseeing the implementation, maintenance, and enhancement of the QMS to ensure compliance, consistency, and effectiveness across all processes.

Responsibilities

• Establish and manage QMS processes, ensuring consistency and compliance.
• Lead internal audit activities and support customer, regulatory, and certification audits.
• Ensure adherence to AS9100D, ISO, and other applicable quality and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain and control quality documentation, including manuals and procedures.
• Evaluate quality metrics, audit results, production data, and customer feedback for improvement opportunities.
• Present quality performance updates, audit findings, and corrective action plans to leadership.
• Drive corrective and preventive action (CAPA) efforts, including root cause analysis and resolution.
• Oversee inspection processes for incoming materials, in-process work, and final products.
• Assess quality control systems and recommend improvements to enhance efficiency and reliability.
• Produce and review reports related to nonconformances, quality trends, and root cause investigations.
• Lead, coach, and develop quality team members, managing schedules and performance.
• Provide training on quality standards, procedures, regulatory expectations, and best practices.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, engineering, purchasing, and other teams to address quality issues.
• Stay informed on industry standards, regulatory changes, and advancements in quality management.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA and internal safety protocols.
• Support production efforts during high-demand periods to meet delivery timelines.
• Take on additional responsibilities as assigned.

Essential Skills

• Expertise in QMS, quality control, and implementing and managing QMS systems.
• Familiarity with AS9100D, ISO, and quality auditing practices.
• 5-8 years of experience in quality or manufacturing environments preferred.
• 3-5 years of leadership or supervisory experience preferred.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and root cause analysis skills.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Exceptional organizational and time management capabilities.
• Experience with quality reporting, data analysis, and continuous improvement tools/methodologies.
• Commitment to maintaining a safe and compliant work environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Quality Management, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related discipline preferred (or equivalent experience).

Work Environment

The role involves working closely with cross-functional teams including manufacturing, engineering, and purchasing. It requires a commitment to safety and compliance with OSHA and internal protocols. The work environment is dynamic, with opportunities to lead and develop a team of quality professionals.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Mendota Heights, MN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $55.00 - $68.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Mendota Heights,MN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 7, 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.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.