Quality Engineer

Actalent; Portland (IN); On-site; USD 53,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

PTO / Sick leave

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Quality Engineer for our forging/manufacturing environment in Portland, IN. You will review manufacturing jobs for material selection, heat treatment, processing routes, and supplier certifications, and lead root cause analysis and corrective actions.

You will manage third-party testing, verify material chemistry, and collaborate with Quality, Engineering, Production, and suppliers to drive continuous improvement using Lean and Six Sigma methods.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Materials Engineering, Engineering Physics, Chemistry, or related field.
• 3-5 years of experience in a quality engineering role in a manufacturing setting.
• Proficiency in statistical analysis tools and data analytics (Minitab, JMP, or equivalent).
• Strong attention to detail and ability to identify minute surface defects.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Review and validate material selection, heat treatment requirements, and processing routes for manufacturing jobs.
• Investigate and resolve metallurgical, quality, and heat-treatment issues.
• Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for non-conforming materials, processes, and products.
• Manage third-party laboratory testing and track results.
• Verify incoming material chemistry against certifications and specifications.
• Support supplier quality initiatives and drive corrective actions.
• Collaborate with various teams to develop metallurgical programs and improve process capability.

Skills

Minitab/JMP

Statistics tools

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's in Materials Eng / Engineering Physics / Chemistry

Tools

ERP systems

PLM systems

Job description

Job Description

As a Quality Engineer, you will be responsible for reviewing new and revised manufacturing jobs to ensure material selection, heat treatment requirements, processing routes, and compliance with customer specifications. You will investigate metallurgical, quality, and heat-treatment issues, perform root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions for non-conforming materials, processes, and products. Additionally, you will manage third-party laboratory testing, including sample submissions, result tracking, technical report review, and the disposition of failed results. Your role will also involve verifying incoming material chemistry against certifications and specifications, supporting supplier quality initiatives, and driving corrective actions when needed. You will collaborate with Quality, Engineering, Production, heat treatment vendors, and steel suppliers to develop metallurgical programs, support new product launches, improve process capability, and drive continuous improvement using Lean, Six Sigma, and other quality methodologies.

Job Title: Quality Engineer

As a Quality Engineer, you will be responsible for reviewing new and revised manufacturing jobs to ensure material selection, heat treatment requirements, processing routes, and compliance with customer specifications. You will investigate metallurgical, quality, and heat-treatment issues, perform root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions for non-conforming materials, processes, and products. Additionally, you will manage third-party laboratory testing, including sample submissions, result tracking, technical report review, and the disposition of failed results. Your role will also involve verifying incoming material chemistry against certifications and specifications, supporting supplier quality initiatives, and driving corrective actions when needed. You will collaborate with Quality, Engineering, Production, heat treatment vendors, and steel suppliers to develop metallurgical programs, support new product launches, improve process capability, and drive continuous improvement using Lean, Six Sigma, and other quality methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Review and validate material selection, heat treatment requirements, and processing routes for manufacturing jobs.
• Investigate and resolve metallurgical, quality, and heat-treatment issues.
• Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for non-conforming materials, processes, and products.
• Manage third-party laboratory testing and track results.
• Verify incoming material chemistry against certifications and specifications.
• Support supplier quality initiatives and drive corrective actions.
• Collaborate with various teams to develop metallurgical programs and improve process capability.

Essential Skills

• Bachelors degree in Materials Engineering, Engineering Physics, Chemistry, or a related field.
• 3-5 years of experience in a quality engineering role in a manufacturing setting.
• Proficiency in statistical analysis tools and data analytics (Minitab, JMP, or equivalent).
• Strong attention to detail and ability to identify minute surface defects.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Direct heat treatment or metal experience.
• Experience with ISO 9001, AS9100, or regulated industry is a plus.
• Experience in automotive, aerospace, or other highly regulated industries.
• Familiarity with ERP and PLM systems.
• Attention to detail and a proactive approach to quality improvement.
• High level of initiative and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Familiarity with safety and environmental regulations.

Work Environment

The work environment is primarily in a forging setting, which involves spending about 40% of the time on the floor, depending on project needs. The environment can be hot and dirty, requiring adaptability. While the position is office-based, it requires engagement with the manufacturing floor.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Portland, IN.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $38.46 - $52.88/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)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Portland, IN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 18, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Portland,IN.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and science 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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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

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