QUALITY ENGINEER LEAD

Actalent; Greensboro (NC); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

11 Holidays

Annual bonus 10%

Two weeks PTO

Job summary

Actalent in Greensboro, NC, is seeking a Quality Engineer to implement and maintain robust quality systems in a high-volume manufacturing setting. You will lead QA activities, audits, CAPA, and process improvements to ensure products meet customer and regulatory requirements, with emphasis on food or highly regulated environments.

The role collaborates with production teams to achieve first-time quality, reduce defects, and drive continuous improvement through Lean, Six Sigma, and SPC tools,

Qualifications

• Must have food or highly regulated environment experience.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality Management, or related technical field.
• 35 years of experience in quality engineering within a manufacturing environment.
• Hands-on experience with ISO 9001, AS9100, TS16949, or similar standards.

Responsibilities

• Develop, update, and maintain quality procedures and documentation for compliance with customer and regulatory requirements.
• Conduct internal audits and oversee CAPA processes to address nonconformances.
• Lead quality system improvements to ensure continuous compliance with customer specifications and industry standards.
• Establish and maintain SPC systems for critical manufacturing processes to monitor and improve performance.
• Design and implement inspection plans, test procedures, and quality checkpoints throughout the production line.
• Investigate and resolve quality issues by performing root cause analysis and implementing corrective actions.
• Collaborate with production teams to achieve first-time quality and reduce defect rates.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives using Lean/Six Sigma or similar frameworks.
• Identify opportunities for process optimization and waste reduction within manufacturing operations.
• Develop and implement improvement projects that enhance product quality and operational efficiency.

Skills

SPC knowledge

FMEA

Control plans

MSA

Root cause analysis

CAPA processes

Lean Six Sigma

First-time quality

Project management

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Quality Management

Tools

Quality management software

Calibration programs

CAPA tracking databases

Job description

Quality Engineer role focuses on implementing and maintaining robust quality systems and controls within a high-volume manufacturing environment. You will combine technical expertise in quality management with continuous improvement methodologies and customer relationship management to drive quality excellence across production operations. In this position, you will serve as a key liaison between internal manufacturing teams and external customers on all quality-related matters, ensuring products meet or exceed customer and regulatory requirements. *Must HAVE food or highly regulated environment experience.*

Responsibilities

• Develop, update, and maintain quality procedures, work instructions, and documentation to ensure compliance with customer and regulatory requirements.
• Conduct internal audits of the quality management system and oversee corrective and preventive action (CAPA) processes to address nonconformances.
• Lead quality system improvements to ensure continuous compliance with customer specifications and industry standards.
• Establish and maintain statistical process control (SPC) systems for critical manufacturing processes to monitor and improve performance.
• Design and implement inspection plans, test procedures, and quality checkpoints throughout the production line to ensure consistent product quality.
• Investigate and resolve quality issues by performing root cause analysis and implementing effective corrective and preventive actions.
• Collaborate closely with production teams to achieve first-time quality, reduce defect rates, and improve overall process capability.
• Lead and facilitate continuous improvement initiatives using methodologies such as IWS, Lean, Six Sigma, or similar frameworks.
• Identify opportunities for process optimization and waste reduction within manufacturing operations and drive corresponding improvement projects.
• Develop and implement improvement projects that enhance product quality, reduce costs, and improve operational efficiency.
• Train and mentor production staff on quality tools, problem-solving techniques, and best practices in quality management.
• Establish, monitor, and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) related to quality performance and continuous improvement initiatives.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality Management, or a related technical field.
• 35 years of experience in quality engineering within a manufacturing environment.
• Hands-on experience with quality management systems such as ISO 9001, AS9100, TS16949, or similar standards.
• Demonstrated experience with quality engineering practices, including root cause analysis and internal auditing.
• Strong knowledge of statistical process control (SPC) and core quality tools such as FMEA, control plans, and measurement system analysis (MSA).
• Proficiency with quality management software and databases for tracking nonconformances, CAPA, and quality metrics.
• Experience with measurement systems and calibration programs to ensure accuracy and reliability of inspection equipment.
• Solid understanding of manufacturing processes and production systems in a high-volume environment.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret data and drive evidence-based decisions.
• Strong project management capabilities, including planning, prioritizing, and executing multiple initiatives concurrently.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Professional certifications such as ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE), Six Sigma Green Belt, or Six Sigma Black Belt.
• Experience serving as a lead auditor or leading quality-related initiatives within a certified quality management system.
• Experience in commercial printed packaging or similar high-volume, graphics-intensive manufacturing environments.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Greensboro, NC.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $75000.00 - $95000.00/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.

11 Holidays 10% Annual Performance Bonus Two Weeks PTO

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Greensboro, NC.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 6, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Greensboro,NC.

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):

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