Quality Control Technician

Actalent

The Role

Overview

Perform tests, inspections, and QA analysis to ensure product quality.

Key Responsibilities

  • test execution
  • test documentation
  • data analysis
  • capa management
  • root cause
  • lean sixσ

Tasks

-Recommend improvements using Lean/6σ tools and run small kaizens. -Execute functional, environmental, and reliability tests per SOPs and standards, recording results accurately. -Partner with engineering on design validations and with operations on line readiness. -Implement corrective and preventive actions, verifying the effectiveness of 8Ds and ensuring timely closure. -Identify defects and quarantine nonconforming materials. -Lead 8D creation and support root-cause analysis using 5-Why and Ishikawa methods. -Provide feedback to suppliers and assist with supplier SCARs. -Develop, write, and maintain accurate test plans, records, and electronic logs. -Perform incoming tests and inspections using gauges, meters, and test fixtures. -Develop, build, and maintain test setups and fixtures. -Analyze test data and chart yields, defects, and trends. -Create and revise inspection instructions, checklists, and visual standards. -Ensure lot traceability and conformity per control plans.

Requirements

  • asq cert
  • ppap/fai
  • gd&t
  • iso 9001
  • python
  • erp/mes

What You Bring

-ASQ certification (CQE, CQT, or similar) or equivalent experience. -Experience with PPAP/FAI, PFMEA, control plans, and supplier quality processes. -Ability to read technical drawings and specifications, with an understanding of tolerances (GD&T a plus). -Proficiency with hand metrology tools and basic electrical/functional test equipment. -Familiarity with ISO 9001 or similar QMS and basic statistical concepts (Cp/Cpk, control charts). -2+ years of experience in a quality, test, or manufacturing technician role. -Basic scripting/automation for data collection (e.g., Python, VBA) is a plus. -Associate or bachelor's degree in engineering technology, quality, or related field. -Understanding of radio frequency theory and operation. -Strong documentation discipline and comfort with ERP/MES and Excel/Google Sheets.

The Company

About Actalent

-Born in July 2021 by merging Aerotek’s engineering & sciences arm with EASi, Actalent emerged as a focused engineering-and-science partner. -Backed by Allegis Group, it drives scale and speed to market via contract, managed, and technical services. -Headquartered in Maryland with global reach, it deploys specialized teams across North America, Europe, and APAC on Fortune 500 projects. -Typical engagements span EV design, vaccine development, lab services, clinical research, and infrastructure systems. -Expertise covers a wide spectrum: aerospace, defense, healthcare, manufacturing, software systems, environmental and civil engineering.

Sector Specialisms

Utilities

Power

Automotive

Food and Beverage

Consumer Products

Industrial Goods

Manufacturing

Mechanical Engineering

Electrical Engineering

Systems and Software

Transmission Engineering

Distribution Engineering

Grid Automation

Transportation

Life Sciences

Pharmaceuticals

Biopharmaceuticals

Diagnostics

Academic Research

Medical Devices

Specialty Chemicals

Construction Management

Environmental

Architecture

Civil