Quality Engineer

Job Title: Quality Engineer

Job Description

The Quality Engineer will play a pivotal role in supporting new program launches. This includes creating and submitting PPAPs and APQPs, leading 8D and corrective actions meetings, and conducting control plans and PFMEAs. The role requires a balanced focus on pre-production and post-production activities, working closely with internal teams, customers, and suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the point of contact for Corrective Action Requests (CAR) and other customer-related issues.
• Actively participate in continuous improvement projects utilizing Lean Manufacturing principles.
• Establish a robust document control system including SOPs, work instructions, forms, and templates.
• Perform detailed inspections of incoming raw materials prior to use in production runs.
• Lead investigations into reported incidents or failures, conduct root cause analyses, implement corrective actions, and verify the effectiveness of corrective actions taken.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop innovative solutions that meet customer needs while maintaining cost-effectiveness.

Essential Skills

• Experience working as a Quality Engineer within Automotive Manufacturing (IATF).
• Experience with machined metal products.
• 8D experience.
• Experience doing corrective actions.
• PPAP, APQP, and PFMEA experience.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Ideally 5+ years of experience.
• Quality Certification.
• Experience working with Cast Iron Castings.
• Quality Engineering Certifications.

Work Environment

The successful candidate will report to the Quality Manager and General Manager, working alongside a team with two other Quality Engineers. They will closely collaborate with Quality Technicians, Process Engineers, Program Managers, Automation Engineers, and Operations. The work shift is from 7 am, requiring 45-50 hours per week. The company specializes in high-volume automated processes and serves mainly automotive clients such as Toyota, Honda, Volkswagen, and some Tier 2 suppliers to GM. The role offers 10 days of PTO, 6 paid holidays, and access to Udemy after 6 months. The work environment is dynamic, with a strong emphasis on customer service and problem-solving.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of New Troy, MI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $38.46 - $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 New Troy,MI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on May 26, 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.

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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.