Quality Engineer

As a Quality Engineer, you will be responsible for ensuring the quality and reliability of products by examining materials for surface defects, verifying dimensions, and rejecting defective parts. You will interpret engineering drawings, select products for testing, and perform mechanical and analytical testing using diagnostic equipment. Familiarity with ASTM Standards and strong mechanical inspection techniques are crucial. You will also maintain and update the Document Control System and ensure effective communication with both the team and suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Examine material or product for surface defects.
• Verify specified dimensions of product or material.
• Reject defective parts and mark defects on parts, containers, or inspection tags.
• Interpret engineering drawings using geometric dimensioning and tolerancing diagrams.
• Select products for tests at specified stages in the production process.
• Perform mechanical and analytical testing.
• Operate diagnostic equipment needed for the job.
• Perform calibrations on all gauges and measuring devices, including environmental.
• Conduct receiving inspections and testing.
• Maintain and update the Document Control System if assigned.
• Communicate information from customer scorecards to the team and suppliers.
• Audit suppliers to standards and complete supplier scorecards.
• Direct day-to-day activities of Quality Inspector/Technician direct reports.
• Handle supervisory responsibilities for direct reports, including timecards and disciplinary actions.
• Serve as deputy for the Quality Manager as required and assigned for all Quality-related responsibilities.

• 8+ years of quality management experience.
• Knowledge of IATF standards.
• Root cause analysis expertise.
• Experience in the automotive industry with a background in quality engineering.
• Proficiency in using an optical comparator, coordinate measuring machine, and various gauging techniques.
• Understanding of statistical techniques such as SPC and capability studies.
• Ability to perform PPAP and PFMEA.

• Familiarity with AIAG tools.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Ability to mentor Quality Engineers.
• Experience in plastic and rubber industries.

The facility has recently come under new management and is part of a global automotive supplier network. The role involves working with various diagnostic and measurement equipment in a collaborative environment. The successful candidate will be expected to follow established instructions and contribute to continuous improvement activities.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Russell Springs, KY.

The pay range for this position is $36.00 - $43.00/hr.

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)

This is a fully onsite position in Russell Springs,KY.

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 15, 2026.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is 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

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.

Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.