Quality Engineer

Job Title: Quality Engineer

Job Description

The Quality Engineer is responsible for ensuring that high quality standards are consistently maintained across products and manufacturing processes while driving continuous improvement initiatives. This role works closely with engineering, production, and leadership teams to resolve quality issues, support audits, develop and sustain quality systems, and enhance overall manufacturing performance.

Responsibilities

• Lead corrective actions and structured problem-solving activities to address product and process quality issues.
• Conduct capability studies, Measurement System Analysis (MSA), Gauge R&R, and process audits to evaluate and improve manufacturing performance.
• Support First Article Inspection (FAI) requirements to ensure new and revised products meet specifications and customer expectations.
• Develop, maintain, and improve Quality Management System (QMS) documentation in alignment with industry standards such as ISO 9001.
• Participate in design reviews and support new product launches to embed quality requirements into product and process design.
• Drive continuous improvement projects focused on reducing defects, improving process capability, and enhancing overall product quality.
• Support customer quality issues by investigating root causes, implementing corrective actions, and participating in customer audit activities.
• Utilize precision measurement equipment and metrology tools to perform inspections, verify product conformity, and validate process capability.
• Develop control plans, process controls, and inspection methods to ensure robust and repeatable manufacturing processes.
• Support process-based quality systems and procedures to ensure consistent application of quality standards across operations.
• Spend approximately 60% of time on the manufacturing floor conducting capability studies, audits, and hands-on problem solving, and 40% performing desk-based analysis, documentation, and reporting.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor's degree and at least 5 years of technical experience, or a minimum of 9 years of technical experience in a relevant technical field.
• Quality engineering experience in a welding or metal manufacturing environment.
• Hands-on experience with PPAP (Production Part Approval Process).
• Strong understanding of ISO 9001 quality management standards.
• Formal training in problem-solving methodologies such as 8D or 5 Whys.
• Ability to conduct capability studies, MSA, Gauge R&R, and process audits.
• Proficiency in using precision measurement equipment and metrology tools.
• Experience developing and maintaining QMS documentation, control plans, and inspection methods.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with engineering, production, and leadership teams to resolve quality issues and support continuous improvement.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Automotive industry experience is preferred.
• Familiarity with ISO, IATF, AIAG, or ASQ standards and guidelines.
• Lean Six Sigma certification (Green Belt or Black Belt) is highly desirable.
• ASQ certification is a plus.
• Experience supporting customer audits and managing customer quality concerns.
• Background in driving continuous improvement and participating in design reviews and new product launches.
• Interest in career development and progression into leadership roles within engineering and operations.

Work Environment

This is an onsite role with standard hours of 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The Quality Engineer spends about 60% of their time on the manufacturing floor and 40% performing desk-based work such as analysis, documentation, and reporting. The environment is a welding and metal manufacturing facility where precision measurement equipment and metrology tools are regularly used. The workplace offers a flexible schedule, casual dress, and a laid-back atmosphere. Team members benefit from extensive training and certification opportunities, strong support for career development, and clear pathways for growth into leadership roles. The organization provides a competitive benefits package, including eligibility for medical, dental, and vision coverage from the first day of employment, paid holidays, and accrued vacation. Upon conversion to direct employment, additional benefits may include a 401(k) with employer match, an Employee Assistance Program, educational assistance, formal career development programs, and company bonus potential. The culture emphasizes long-term stability, professional growth, and promoting from within.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Middlebury, IN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $28.85 - $43.27/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 Middlebury,IN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 24, 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.

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