Quality Engineer

Description

• Examine material or product for surface defects

• Verifies specified dimensions of product or material.

• Rejects defective parts, and marks type of defect on part, container of parts, or inspection tag.

• Interprets engineering drawings, using geometric dimensioning and tolerancing diagrams and confers with management or engineering staff to determine quality and reliability standards.

• Selects products for tests at specified stages in production process, and tests for variety of qualities such as dimensions, performance and mechanical characteristics.

• Performs mechanical and analytical testing

• Operates any diagnostic equipment needed to perform job.

• Performs related duties as needed by supervisor.

• Familiar with ASTM Standards

• Performs calibrations on all gauges and measuring devices (including environmental)

• Responsible for receiving inspections and testing

• Strong mechanical inspections techniques required

• Ability and experience with optical comparator, coordinate measuring machine, and different gaging techniques.

• Responsible for maintaining and updating Document Control System (if assigned.)

• Knowledge of Statistical Techniques Line, SPC, Capability Studies, etc.

• Knowledge of Customer Specific Requirements

• Responsible for effectively communication information from customer scorecards to team

• Responsible for effectively communicating information concerning scorecards to suppliers

• Responsible for auditing suppliers to standards

• Responsible for completing supplier scorecards

• Must have working knowledge of the Core Tools used to support the Quality Management system, including but not limited to, problem solving, product launches, and continuous improvement activities.

• Ability to perform PPAP and PFMEA

• Maintains document control system (if assigned)

• Responsible for directing the day-to-day activities of Quality Inspector/Technician direct reports.

• Responsible for all supervisory responsibilities for direct reports (including timecards and disciplinary)

• May serve as the deputy for the Quality Manager as required and assigned for all Quality-related responsibilities

• Effectively perform any other duties as assigned or deemed necessary and appropriate.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Russell Springs, KY.

The pay range for this position is $36.00 - $43.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Russell Springs,KY.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 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.