Quality Engineer

Actalent; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401K

5% annual bonus

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Quality Engineer for a Dayton, OH contract-to-hire role. The position supports ISO 9001 compliance, APQP activities, and supplier/custome rquality initiatives. Expect 40+ hours weekly in a manufacturing environment with domestic travel up to 25%.

The job emphasizes root-cause analysis (8D/5 Why), PPAP documentation, and continuous improvement using Lean/Six Sigma. Onsite work with full benefits available.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in an Engineering discipline or equivalent experience.
• APQP experience.
• Statistical analysis experience.
• Statistical Process Control (SPC) software experience.
• ISO 9001 experience.
• PPAP experience.
• Experience in the use of basic inspection equipment (calipers, micrometers, etc.).
• Problem-solving using 8D and 5 Why methodologies.
• Ability to travel up to 25%.

Responsibilities

• Communicate effectively with customers, suppliers, and internal teams.
• Lead root cause investigations using 8D, 5 Why, and corrective action processes.
• Support and maintain ISO 9001 compliance.
• Conduct internal, supplier, process, and product quality audits.
• Support customer and third-party audits.
• Investigate customer concerns and communicate findings to all stakeholders.
• Manage product containment, sorting, and rework activities.
• Issue, track, and drive supplier corrective actions.
• Participate in APQP and new product launch activities.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives using Lean and Six Sigma tools.
• Follow all safety policies and maintain a safe work environment.
• Build positive customer relationships through proactive problem solving.
• Support the Quality team in resolving customer quality issues.
• Provide technical expertise for new products, operations, and customer support.
• Apply quality assurance and continuous improvement best practices.
• Train, mentor, and support less experienced team members.
• Consider the broader business impact when making decisions.
• Develop and maintain customer-ready PPAP documentation packages.
• Utilize inventory management systems to complete transactions and generate reports.
• Track and report quality metrics and performance data as needed.

Skills

APQP experience

Statistical analysis

SPC software

ISO 9001 experience

PPAP experience

8D/5 Why problem solving

MS Office

Travel up to 25%

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Tools

Gage Calibration

Optical Comparator

Hardness Tester

Plug Gages

Calipers

Micrometers

Job description

Job Title: Quality EngineerJob Description

Responsibilities

• Communicate effectively with customers, suppliers, and internal teams.
• Lead root cause investigations using 8D, 5 Why, and corrective action processes.
• Support and maintain ISO 9001 compliance.
• Conduct internal, supplier, process, and product quality audits.
• Support customer and third-party audits.
• Investigate customer concerns and communicate findings to all stakeholders.
• Manage product containment, sorting, and rework activities.
• Issue, track, and drive supplier corrective actions.
• Participate in APQP and new product launch activities.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives using Lean and Six Sigma tools.
• Follow all safety policies and maintain a safe work environment.
• Build positive customer relationships through proactive problem solving.
• Support the Quality team in resolving customer quality issues.
• Provide technical expertise for new products, operations, and customer support.
• Apply quality assurance and continuous improvement best practices.
• Train, mentor, and support less experienced team members.
• Consider the broader business impact when making decisions.
• Develop and maintain customer-ready PPAP documentation packages.
• Utilize inventory management systems to complete transactions and generate reports.
• Track and report quality metrics and performance data as needed.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in an Engineering discipline or equivalent experience.
• APQP experience.
• Statistical analysis experience.
• Statistical Process Control (SPC) software experience.
• ISO 9001 experience.
• PPAP experience.
• Experience in the use of basic inspection equipment (calipers, micrometers, etc.).
• Problem-solving using 8D and 5 Why methodologies.
• Ability to travel up to 25%.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Fastener experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products.
• Exposure to the Automotive and/or Heavy Truck industry.
• Ability to work under remote or offsite supervision.
• Experience working under ISO and IATF management systems.
• Gage Calibration experience.
• Experience with Optical Comparator, Hardness Tester, and Plug Gages.
• Exposure to Lean & Six Sigma methodologies.
• Quality management system or supplier process/product audit experience.

Work Environment

This position is based in a manufacturing/warehouse environment, working Monday to Friday with flexible hours from 8 am to 5 pm, totaling 40+ hours per week. The role may require occasional travel, up to 25%, primarily local or domestic.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Dayton, OH.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $75000.00 - $100000.00/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.

Medical, dental, vision 401K & 5% annual bonus

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Dayton,OH.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 25, 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 [e-mail] for other accommodation options.

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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.