Quality Engineer

This position involves no supervisory responsibilities but requires the ability to effectively communicate in both oral and written forms with various stakeholders including managers, suppliers, customers, and the public. The role focuses on developing and maintaining a supplier quality system that ensures the supply base is producing, measuring, and maintaining quality standards.

• Ensure compliance with procedures outlined in the Quality Manual, such as ISO9001 and IATF16949.
• Lead supplier development activities and implement necessary changes.
• Participate in supplier reviews and provide input to the Purchasing Department regarding supplier quality.
• Perform supplier quality audits according to ISO9001, IATF16949, and VDA6 standards.
• Ensure reliability and accuracy of products from the supply base and timely disposition of nonconforming material.
• Coordinate with suppliers on initiatives related to supplier quality performance, track performance trends, and facilitate corrective actions.
• Utilize lean manufacturing, error proofing, and continuous improvement initiatives to support the supplier base and help develop robust processes aligned with zero defect initiatives.
• Provide support to customers regarding supply-based issues.

• Thorough knowledge of state-of-the-art quality tools and APQP methods such as FMEA, Control Plan, and PPAP.
• Ability to read technical specifications and drawings.
• Problem-solving skills and capability to implement continuous improvement techniques.
• Proficiency in standard business applications software and specialized data analysis tools.
• Six Sigma Green/Black Belt Certification.
• ISO/IATF auditor certification with 2-5 years of related audit experience.

• Spanish language skills.
• Experience in Plastic Molding and Assembly processes.
• Bachelor's Degree is required.
• Experience in quality engineering, documentation review, blueprint reading, and manufacturing processes.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word.
• Knowledge in PPAP, root cause analysis, 8D, and 5 Why methodologies.

The work environment involves collaborating with cross-functional teams and requires the ability to manage communication effectively across various departments. The role may involve using various quality and manufacturing software tools and requires a professional dress code.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Oxford, MS.

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $45.00/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 Oxford,MS.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 7, 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 ClearlyRated 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 actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

Salary : $40 - $45