Job Title: Quality Engineer

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Quality Engineer to join our team. This role offers the opportunity to wear multiple hats between Manufacturing and Quality Engineering, providing a lot of hands-on experience and the chance to grow within the company. You will be responsible for establishing consistent quality assurance and control procedures, performing internal and external audits, and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain quality assurance and control procedures.
• Perform internal and external audits.
• Conduct testing on samples and inspect finished products.
• Monitor and analyze scrap rates and warranty returns.
• Participate in Kaizen events for continuous improvement initiatives, including 5S and standard work.
• Assist with value stream mapping.

Essential Skills

• 3 years of experience with Quality Management Systems (QMS).
• 3 years of experience with auditing.
• 3 years of experience with root cause analysis, quality control, audit, and corrective action plans.
• Knowledge of Kaizen events and 5S.
• Experience in quality engineering, quality assurance, and quality management.
• Proficiency in Excel.
• Experience with NetSuite MRP.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Some knowledge of manufacturing principles.
• At least 3 years of experience in a relevant field.
• Experience in establishing and growing a quality department.

Work Environment

The position is within a smaller company of about 45 people. You will work alongside the Manufacturing Engineer and Production Supervisor and report to the Director. This environment offers a collaborative atmosphere with opportunities for hands-on experience and professional growth.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $36.00 - $43.00

• 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 Hanover,MN.

Application Deadline

This position will be accepting applications until Jan 27, 2025.

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 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

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 actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

Salary : $36 - $43