Quality Engineer

Actalent; Elkmont (AL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401k plan

Life Insurance

Disability insurance

HSA

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Contract-to-Hire Quality Engineer for the Elkmont, AL site. You will develop documentation to support new product launches and serve as gatekeeper to ensure steps are completed and documented per AIAG and customer standards.

You will support DFMEA and PFMEA, assist with PPAP submissions, conduct root-cause analysis, participate in training, and work with Engineering to ensure flawless product launches.

Qualifications

• Experience in quality engineering processes and systems.
• Familiarity with PPAP submissions and AIAG standards.
• Ability to perform root-cause analysis and implement corrective actions.

Responsibilities

• Develop documentation to support new product introductions.
• Support DFMEA and PFMEA; ensure effectiveness of corrective actions.
• Participate in special characteristics selection and training related to NPI.
• Conduct supplier and internal audits during development phase.

Skills

Quality engineering

Ppap

Root cause analysis

Job description

Description

Job duties Development of required documentation to support new product launches. Serves as Gatekeeper to ensure all steps are completed and documented in the appropriate order. Support the DFMEA and PFMEA and ensure effectiveness of corrective actions. Participate in the selection of special characteristics. Set quality objectives and associated training related to customer expectations for new product introduction. Investigation of opportunities for improvement and / or reduction of costs (e.g. Trouble Shooting and Root Cause Analysis). Participating in product design and development Conducting and documenting training for site personnel as required to support new product introductions. Interfaces closely with Engineering to ensure flawless Product Launches (Reviews New Product Introduction process for completeness & adequacy to AIAG, Electricfil & Customer standards). Uses classic Quality skills (e.g. SPC, GRRs, and Capability Studies). Evaluates techniques and instructions in site documentation, and implements changes as needed. Perform audits at our suppliers and internally during the development phase. Works to improve IMTE hardware and software; as well as fixtures used at site to support new introductions Authority: Authority to make decisions within their scope of responsibilities with regard to Job Duties / Core Requirements. All employees have a quality and safety responsibility; therefore, having the authority to stop work processes to correct quality and/or safety problems, or quarantine items in the appropriate designated area until the issues are resolved

Skills

• Quality engineering
• Ppap
• Root cause analysis

Top Skills Details

• Quality engineering
• Ppap
• Root cause analysis

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Accountabilities and Responsibilities: Individual is responsible for meeting KPI targets for new product introduction. Individual is responsible for customer, internal, and third-party audit findings. Individual is accountable for supporting activities related to customer PPAP submissions Individual is responsible for assisting with testing as needed. Individual is accountable to ensure that all team members are properly trained and competent in their respective roles for new product introduction. Accountable for ensuring compliance with all applicable plant, human resources, safety and quality procedures. Individual knows and follow the requirements of the system for the management of quality. Individual is responsible for informing the Plant Operations and General Manager of all issues affecting the quality of the products or of the processes as well as of all potential issue that may create a safety or environmental hazard. Each operator is responsible for making sure that the quality of the product meets the expected level. Individual will participate in audits and follow up on corrective actions. To strictly adhere to Company Safety and other policies as documented in Electricfil Handbook. Adhere to and implement everything in his/her power to achieve the Quality, Safety, and Environmental objectives and reduce the environmental impacts related to the activity of Electricfil Corporation.

Experience Level

Intermediate Level

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Elkmont, AL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $38.46 - $45.67/hr.

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.

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 Elkmont,AL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 12, 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.

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

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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.