Quality Engineer

This role will develop, implement, and maintain quality assurance plans, analyze data to drive continuous improvement, and provide technical mentorship to the Quality Assurance team.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and improve quality management system procedures to support governing standards.
• Lead root cause analysis sessions with cross-functional working groups and assist with implementing corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) for non-conformances.
• Analyze production and development data to identify trends, defects, and opportunities for improvement.
• Support and review the execution of process validation protocols and test method validation, including the development of measurement methods or functional test methods.
• Interact with customers regarding reported non-conformances, oversee internal investigations, and control messaging to ensure timely quality-related responses.
• Trend supplier performance issues and manage immediate resolutions with the supply chain.
• Train and mentor junior and mid-level quality engineers.
• Support the Quality Manager with both regulatory and customer audits.
• Monitor and drive the reduction of non-conformances, improve process capability, ensure successful audit results, and timely completion of CAPA actions.

• Proficiency in statistical analysis and statistical process control (SPC).
• Experience with root cause analysis tools such as fishbone diagrams and 5 Whys.
• Familiarity with risk management practices, particularly PFMEA.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Quality, or a related technical field.
• 5 years of experience in a quality engineering role, preferably in medical device manufacturing.
• Strong analytical, leadership, and communication skills.

• ASQ Certification (CQE, CQA) preferred.
• Experience with medical device manufacturing standards.
• Proficiency with Minitab.
• Proficiency in standard Microsoft Office Suite, Excel, and ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, IQMS.

The position is based in a large manufacturing environment where adherence to quality and safety standards is paramount.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Grayslake, IL.

The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $50.00/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 Grayslake,IL.

This position is anticipated to close on May 5, 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.

Salary : $45 - $50