Quality Engineer

Job Title:

Quality Engineer

Job Description

We are seeking a hands-on Quality Engineer to support new product launches and process validation efforts. This role will be heavily focused on inspection, measurement, and capability analysis to ensure products meet customer and internal quality standards.

Responsibilities

+ Perform First Article Inspections (FAI) and support early-stage product validation.

+ Conduct capability studies and analyze process performance.

+ Utilize various measurement tools including micrometers, pin gages, and CMM/Faro arm.

+ Support PPAP/NFAI documentation and submissions for new product introductions.

+ Interpret engineering drawings and blueprints to validate part compliance.

+ Work 90% on the manufacturing floor, partnering with operations and production teams.

+ Evaluate and implement appropriate measurement techniques for different part geometries.

Essential Skills

+ Process improvement, first article inspection, capability studies, Quality engineering, Industrial engineering, PPAP, measuring equipment, metrology.

+ 2+ years of experience in Quality Engineering OR Industrial/Manufacturing Engineering (quality-focused).

+ Process development and part validation.

+ Hands-on experience with inspection tools and measurement techniques.

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Experience with PPAP, FAI, and capability studies.

+ Ability to read and interpret blueprints and GD&T.

Additional

Skills & Qualifications

+ Experience programming or running a CMM.

+ Knowledge of R&R.

+ Bachelor's degree in Engineering (preferred).

+ Exposure to project management or new product launches.

+ Fixture design.

Work Environment

The role is very hands-on, with a focus on measuring and first article inspections, requiring 90% of the time to be spent on the manufacturing floor. The environment provides strong exposure to quality systems and validation work, with high visibility on new product introductions. The potential opportunity exists to transition into a contract-to-hire role, supporting design changes aligned with new standards and higher-efficiency products for a leading manufacturer in air movers and fans.

The company offers stability and long-term growth opportunities, being a multi-generation, family-owned manufacturer with a long history of steady growth. The work involves validating manufacturing processes for simple components, ensuring consistent production within required tolerances and locations.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Cleveland, OH.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $41.00 - $53.00/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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Cleveland,OH.

Final date to receive applications

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 23, 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 Clearly Rated 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 actalentaccom for other accommodation options.

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