Senior Quality Technician

Actalent; Horsham (PA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) with Company Match

Paid time off

Flexible Spending Accounts

Life and Disability Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Senior Quality Technician in Horsham, PA to perform detailed inspections and support first article and setup approvals. You will read engineering drawings, GD&T, and specifications to determine inspection criteria and ensure products meet defined quality standards.

The role requires 4+ years in manufacturing, hands-on measurement with micrometers/calipers, and expertise in SPC and nonconformance reporting.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, GD&T, and technical specifications.
• Hands-on experience with quality control activities in a production setting.
• Proficiency using precision measurement tools such as micrometers and calipers.
• Knowledge of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T) and its application to inspection.
• Experience with statistical process control (SPC) for monitoring and analyzing process performance.
• Ability to identify, document, and communicate nonconformances and inspection results clearly.
• Capability to coach and lead other technicians, providing guidance and support on quality practices.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in performing measurements and recording data.
• Effective collaboration skills to work with manufacturing, engineering, and quality teams.
• Commitment to following established quality procedures and safety requirements.

Responsibilities

• Perform in-process and final inspections on manufactured products to verify compliance with defined specifications and quality standards.
• Use precision measurement tools such as micrometers and calipers to accurately measure parts and components.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, GD&T symbols, and technical specifications to determine inspection criteria.
• Conduct quality checks during manufacturing operations to monitor product conformity and process performance.
• Identify, document, and report nonconformances, defects, and deviations from specifications in a clear and accurate manner.
• Verify that all required documentation, records, and inspection reports are complete, accurate, and compliant with quality requirements.
• Support first article inspections and setup approvals to ensure new or revised processes meet quality expectations before full production.
• Apply statistical process control (SPC) techniques to monitor process stability and identify trends or potential issues.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, engineering, and quality teams to support root cause analysis and corrective and preventive actions.
• Contribute to continuous improvement efforts by providing feedback on inspection results, process capability, and quality trends.
• Assist in calibration activities by using calibrated measurement tools correctly and reporting any issues with equipment accuracy.
• Coach and lead other quality technicians by sharing expertise, providing guidance on inspection methods, and promoting best practices.
• Ensure all work complies with applicable quality procedures, work instructions, and safety requirements.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area to support efficient inspection activities and high-quality standards.

Skills

4+ years experience

Reading drawings & GD&T

Quality control in production

Micrometers & calipers

SPC knowledge

Nonconformance reporting

Root cause analysis

Coaching technicians

Attention to detail

Cross-functional collaboration

Safety procedures

Education

Associate’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology or similar

Job description

Job Title: Senior Quality TechnicianJob Description

The Senior Quality Technician performs detailed inspections and quality checks during manufacturing to ensure products consistently meet defined specifications and quality standards. This role works closely with manufacturing, engineering, and quality teams to identify and document nonconformances, verify documentation, and support corrective and preventive actions. The Senior Quality Technician uses precision measurement tools, supports first article and setup approvals, and contributes to continuous improvement initiatives while adhering to applicable quality and safety requirements.

Responsibilities

• Perform in-process and final inspections on manufactured products to verify compliance with defined specifications and quality standards.

• Use precision measurement tools such as micrometers and calipers to accurately measure parts and components.

• Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, GD&T symbols, and technical specifications to determine inspection criteria.

• Conduct quality checks during manufacturing operations to monitor product conformity and process performance.

• Identify, document, and report nonconformances, defects, and deviations from specifications in a clear and accurate manner.

• Verify that all required documentation, records, and inspection reports are complete, accurate, and compliant with quality requirements.

• Support first article inspections and setup approvals to ensure new or revised processes meet quality expectations before full production.

• Apply statistical process control (SPC) techniques to monitor process stability and identify trends or potential issues.

• Collaborate with manufacturing, engineering, and quality teams to support root cause analysis and corrective and preventive actions.

• Contribute to continuous improvement efforts by providing feedback on inspection results, process capability, and quality trends.

• Assist in calibration activities by using calibrated measurement tools correctly and reporting any issues with equipment accuracy.

• Coach and lead other quality technicians by sharing expertise, providing guidance on inspection methods, and promoting best practices.

• Ensure all work complies with applicable quality procedures, work instructions, and safety requirements.

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area to support efficient inspection activities and high-quality standards.

Essential Skills

• 4+ years of experience working in a manufacturing environment.

• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, GD&T, and technical specifications.

• Hands-on experience with quality control activities in a production setting.

• Proficiency using precision measurement tools such as micrometers and calipers.

• Knowledge of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T) and its application to inspection.

• Experience with statistical process control (SPC) for monitoring and analyzing process performance.

• Ability to identify, document, and communicate nonconformances and inspection results clearly.

• Capability to coach and lead other technicians, providing guidance and support on quality practices.

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in performing measurements and recording data.

• Effective collaboration skills to work with manufacturing, engineering, and quality teams.

• Commitment to following established quality procedures and safety requirements.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology or a similar technical discipline.

• Background in engineering or manufacturing processes that supports effective interpretation of drawings and specifications.

• Familiarity with calibration concepts and proper use of calibrated measurement equipment.

• Experience participating in corrective and preventive actions and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to support root cause analysis.

• Solid communication skills for interacting with cross-functional teams and documenting inspection outcomes.

Work Environment

This role operates in a manufacturing environment that emphasizes precision, safety, and collaboration. The Senior Quality Technician works on or near production floors, using calibrated measurement tools such as micrometers and calipers, and regularly reviews engineering drawings, blueprints, and GD&T specifications. Work is performed in close coordination with manufacturing, engineering, and quality teams, requiring clear communication and a focus on continuous improvement. The environment follows established quality procedures and safety requirements, with an expectation of maintaining an organized and clean workspace to support accurate inspections and reliable product quality.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Horsham, PA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $55000.00 - $80000.00/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, and Vision 401(k) with Company Match Holiday, Vacation, and Sick Time Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) Commuter Benefits Life and Accident Insurance Disability Insurance Tuition Reimbursement Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Identity Theft Remediation Emergency Travel Assistance

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Horsham,PA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 6, 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.

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