Quality Engineer

Actalent; Vicksburg (MI); On-site; USD 46,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Quality Engineer for a contract-to-hire role in Vicksburg, MI. You will interpret engineering drawings with GD&T expertise, support medical product validation, and ensure compliance with IATF 16949 and ISO 9001 standards.

The position emphasizes quality system development and cross-functional collaboration. Responsibilities include CAPA, PPAP, PFMEAs, and audits, with scale calibration and data analysis for continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Interpreting and reviewing GD&T, ensuring design and process conformance.
• Experience with IATF 16949, ISO 9001, and medical device quality requirements.
• Developing and maintaining quality systems, PPAP, and SPC processes.

Responsibilities

• Perform first article inspections and compare results to specs.
• Lead CAPA using 8D, 5 Why, and Fishbone methodologies.
• Support internal and supplier audits and regulatory reviews.

Skills

quality systems

IATF 16949

quality engineer

management

GD&T

GRR

PPAP

SPC

continuous improvement

Tools

Minitab

Job description

Description

• Interpret and review complex engineering drawings and specifications, applying expert-level understanding of GD&T to assess product and process compliance
• Support and perform medical product validation activities, including: Installation Qualification, Operational Qualification, Performance Qualification, and Process Characterization
• Ensure compliance with industry-specific standards including: IATF 16949, ISO 9001, Medical device quality and regulatory requirements
• Actively participate in new product/job launches, ensuring quality requirements are integrated into design, process, and production planning
• Develop, document, and maintain standard work instructions for inspection, testing, and manufacturing processes. Develop, document, and maintain Quality Alerts for internal review of any quality related issues
• Conduct first article inspections and evaluate results against design specifications
• Perform and document risk assessments, process capability studies, and tolerance stack-ups
• Drive Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA) using structured problem-solving tools (e.g., 8D, 5 Why, Fishbone)
• Participate in internal and supplier audits, support regulatory and customer audits
• Work cross-functionally with Engineering, Manufacturing, and Supply Chain to resolve quality issues and improve processes
• Lead or assist with the development of control plans, PFMEAs, and process flow diagrams
• Analyze nonconformities, trends, and quality data to support continuous improvement initiatives
• Able to maintain scale calibrations to ensure measuring equipment is accurate
• Perform basic data entry for scrap record keeping

Skills

• quality systems
• IATF 16949
• quality engineer
• management
• GD&T
• GRR
• PPAP
• SPC
• continuous improvement

Top Skills Details

• quality systems
• IATF 16949
• quality engineer
• management
• GD&T
• GRR
• PPAP
• SPC
• continuous improvement

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Minitab experience
• Certifications: CQE, Six Sigma Green/Black Belt, or GD&T Professional Certification

Experience Level

Entry Level

Job Type & Location

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

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $33.66 - $40.87/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 Vicksburg,MI. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Oct 5, 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: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

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.