Quality Engineer

Job Title: Quality EngineerJob Description

The Quality Engineer is responsible for supporting and addressing quality concerns from clients or suppliers. This role involves daily reporting and root cause analysis within client portals. The position requires active involvement in quality control activities to address issues effectively and promptly.

Responsibilities

• Lead and facilitate Quick Response Quality Control activities to address quality issues promptly.
• Utilize root cause analysis tools such as 5-Why, Fishbone, Ishikawa, 8D, and A3 to identify systemic issues and implement corrective actions.
• Manage internal and external non-conformance by issuing and responding to 8D reports, customer complaints, and internal defect reports.
• Support Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) activities for new product launches and changes.
• Ensure compliance with IATF standards, customer-specific requirements, and internal procedures.
• Analyze quality data from production and customer feedback to drive product quality and process improvements.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, engineering, and suppliers to resolve quality issues and implement process improvements.
• Conduct internal and layered process audits and address non-conformities.
• Support Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) submissions and documentation as per customer requirements.
• Promote a culture of quality, accountability, and continuous improvement on the production floor.
• Participate in Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) and Control Plan development.
• Provide training and coaching on quality tools, methodologies, and problem-solving techniques.
• Drive quality initiatives by engaging on the production floor and championing a culture of accountability and operational excellence.
• Lead cross-functional teams in fostering collaboration and driving corrective actions.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline or 5+ years in an automotive quality engineer role.
• 3+ years of experience in a quality role within a Tier 1 automotive manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding and hands-on experience with quality methodologies.
• Proficient in root cause analysis tools such as 8D, 5-Why, and Fishbone.
• Working knowledge of IATF standards, PPAP, FMEA, SPC, and MSA.
• Experience with customer-specific quality systems.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; experience with quality management software is a plus.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Preferred experience in Tier 1 auto experience with Honda, Subaru, or Chrysler.
• Experience in welding environments.

Work Environment

The position operates in a manufacturing environment that includes roll forming processes and plastic molding. The role involves working closely with operators on the floor to solve issues and problems, rather than being confined to an office setting.

Job Type & Location

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

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $36.00 - $40.00/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 Shelbyville,KY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 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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