Quality Engineer

Job Title:

Quality Engineer

Lead continuous improvement efforts within the manufacturing cell by analyzing data to determine appropriate root causes and corrective actions. Responsible for the review and disposition of non-conforming products. Develop qualification protocols and control plans to meet all customer requirements while minimizing scrap and eliminating customer returns. Ensure all instructions are in place to meet customer, FDA, and other agency requirements. Support Technicians by creating and explaining procedures and quality standards.

• Lead continuous improvement efforts within the manufacturing cell.
• Analyze data to determine appropriate root cause and corrective actions.
• Review and dispose of non-conforming products.
• Develop qualification protocols and control plans to meet customer requirements.
• Minimize scrap and eliminate customer returns.
• Ensure compliance with customer, FDA, and other agency requirements.
• Support Technicians by creating and explaining procedures and quality standards.

• Quality engineering experience with ISO 9001, CAPA, and medical devices.
• Proficiency in quality control, quality assurance, and audits.
• Experience with QMS systems.
• Advanced computer proficiency.
• Attention to detail with a high degree of accuracy.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, blueprints, operating and maintenance instructions, and SOPs.
• Strong mathematical skills, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division using whole numbers, fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out written, oral, or diagram instructions.
• Proficient in the use of statistical tools and understanding of Statistical Process Control methodology.

• Degree in a relevant field of study with 2+ years of experience in quality engineering, or a High School Diploma/GED with 5+ years of manufacturing experience.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Multitasking and problem-solving skills involving several variables.
• BS/BA degree in a relevant field of study (preferred).
• Six-sigma experience (green or black belt preferred).

The work environment includes exposure to moving mechanical parts, vibration, and moderate noise levels. There may be requirements to work in controlled environments necessitating special attire such as hairnets and facial hair guards, gloves, and restrictions on specific items.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Syracuse, NY.

The pay range for this position is $41.00 - $55.00/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 Syracuse,NY.

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 26, 2026.

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.

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.

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