Quality Engineer

Job Title: Quality Engineer Job Description
We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Quality Engineer to manage headcount, investigate root causes, and solve problems effectively. This role involves overseeing day-to-day quality issues on the second and third shifts, working closely with production teams to ensure quality standards are consistently met.
Responsibilities
- Serve as the front-line liaison to production supervisors and staff, executing troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and implementing corrective actions on quality issues affecting production.
- Assist in planning quality control engineering assignments and coordinate tasks for technicians, inspectors, and associate-level engineers assigned to projects.
- Schedule work to meet completion dates and technical specifications.
- Ensure quality standards are met by all outside vendors and internal departments.
- Coordinate quality aspects for new product development, including on-site start-ups and tool and vendor certifications.
- Design or specify inspection and testing mechanisms and equipment, and establish and document critical features and supporting process control information.
- Develop and maintain inspection criteria for critical product features.
- Analyze production limitations and standards, recommending revisions of specifications when indicated.
- Assist in the formulation of quality control policies and procedures.
- Evaluate progress and results, recommending changes in procedures or objectives.
- Develop and implement quality control training and mentoring for technicians.
- Operate within an approved budget and ensure compliance with safety rules and regulations.
- Maintain a neat, clean, and orderly 5S work area.
- Perform other miscellaneous duties as assigned.
Essential Skills
- Three or more years of experience in quality, process engineering, or a related field, preferably in the automotive or similar assembly industry.
- Strong process improvement background, including PFMEA, control plans, RCCA (8D), CAR/CAPA, DOE, gage R&R, PPAP, engineering drawing, GD&T, product failure analysis, and Quality Management Systems (QMS).
- Strong problem-solving and communication skills.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, being a self-starter capable of working independently without supervision.
- Demonstrated Black Belt knowledge and experience with Six Sigma methods/tools, with preference for experience in Lean Manufacturing.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical field is required.
Work Environment
The role involves supervising a team of 10-15 people, focusing on final assembly and production. The work environment is dynamic and fast-paced, requiring quick problem-solving skills to address issues such as torque failures and paint issues. The position is primarily based on the second shift, with some on-call responsibilities. The facility maintains a high standard of safety and cleanliness, adhering to a strict 5S methodology.
Job Type & Location
This is a Permanent position based out of Madison, AL.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $80000.00 - $90000.00/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. BCBS - available upon request after offer is generated
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Madison,AL.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Oct 14, 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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