Job Information
Actalent Senior Quality Engineer in Ellington, Connecticut
Job Title: Lead Quality Engineer
Job Description
The Quality Engineer will support both Program Management and Operations through all phases of our product lifecycle to ensure the manufacturing and support activities for products meet the requirements of ISO 9001 and other applicable regulations and standards. They will work with Project Managers to schedule and complete all new product introduction quality work using available department resources to ensure project timeline commitments are achieved. Additionally, responsibilities include:
• Work with Operations Manager & Production Supervisors to produce quality products; lead the practice of problem-solving processes on the production floor and provide technical support.
• Develop methods for and conduct product testing, first article, and final inspections.
• Generate, review, issue, and control all documentation on the Production floor with a major priority set on maintaining the IQMS database.
• Support assigned customer complaint evaluation and resolution; maintain the corrective and preventive action processes in IQMS.
• Act as the primary member/champion of the MRB team.
• Support the internal QMS audit process along with the ISO Management Representative.
• Sign off on product Certifications; maintain records of the same.
• Train employees on procedures and work instructions, including ISO requirements.
• Meet with operators regarding quality issues and training.
• Meet department productivity and quality goals.
• Evaluate department processes; recommend process and product changes and improvements.
• Work with raw material and component suppliers on quality issues.
• Communicate with Customers, Suppliers, External Third Party Audit Bodies, and Governmental Agencies regarding quality and compliance issues.
• Regular, on-time attendance at work is an essential function of every job at the organization.
Hard Skills
GD&T and blueprint reading
Experience with CMMs (basic level programming)
5+ years Quality Engineering experience
Strong data analysis (gage R&R, capability studies, charting, graphing)
Experience with hand inspection equipment
Soft Skills
Problem-solving
Technical support
Documentation control
Customer complaint resolution
Training and development
Work Environment
The role involves regular interaction with Operations Manager, Production Supervisors, and other team members on the production floor. It also requires communication with Customers, Suppliers, External Third Party Audit Bodies, and Governmental Agencies to address quality and compliance issues. Regular, on-time attendance is essential.
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 (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.