Quality Technician

Job Title: Quality Technician

Job Description

The Quality Control Technician is responsible for inspecting incoming, in-process, and finished products to ensure they meet quality standards. This position works closely with production and engineering teams to identify defects, document quality issues, and support continuous improvement efforts. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and comfortable working in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform incoming, in-process, and final inspections of products and components.
• Use measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, rulers, gauges, and other inspection tools.
• Record inspection results and maintain accurate quality records.
• Identify and document nonconforming materials and products.
• Assist with containment and sorting activities when quality issues arise.
• Support root cause investigations by gathering data and inspection results.
• Verify product labeling, packaging, and documentation requirements.
• Maintain inspection equipment and ensure calibration records are current.
• Work with production personnel to address quality concerns and improve product quality.
• Follow company quality procedures, work instructions, and safety requirements.
• Assist during customer or ISO audits as requested.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Essential Skills

• Ability to read and interpret drawings, specifications, and work instructions.
• Basic understanding of quality control principles.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office.
• Ability to communicate effectively with team members and supervisors.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Associate degree or technical certification preferred.
• BS in Engineering or Quality Field preferred but not required.
• 0-3 years of quality inspection or manufacturing experience.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Experience using inspection and measurement tools preferred.
• Experience with ISO environments.
• Familiarity with ERP systems.
• Experience with visual inspection systems or CMM equipment.

Work Environment

The role involves working in a medical manufacturing environment, utilizing various inspection tools and technologies. The work environment is collaborative, requiring communication with production and engineering teams. The position offers billable holidays while on contract.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Chattanooga, TN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $27.00 - $28.00/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 Chattanooga,TN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 16, 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 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

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.

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