Quality Engineer

Quality Engineer

We are seeking a Quality Engineer who will identify root causes through corrective and preventive actions, implement and validate these plans, and oversee the quality management system. The role involves improving production methods, product quality, and equipment performance. You will be responsible for data collection, entry, and reporting for product conformance and process capability, and for developing and implementing methods and standards for products, materials, equipment, returns, testing, calibration, and processes. Support for AS9100 and ISO 9001 quality management standards, utilizing statistical process control, and supporting mechanical and electrical testing are also key aspects of this role. Our products support multiple industries such as Aerospace/Defense and Medical device.

Responsibilities

• Identify root causes through corrective and preventive actions
• Implement and validate corrective and preventive action plans
• Oversee the quality management system
• Improve production methods, product quality, and equipment performance
• Collect, enter, and report data for product conformance and process capability
• Develop and implement methods and standards for products, materials, equipment, returns, testing, calibration, and processes
• Support AS9100 and ISO 9001 quality management standards
• Utilize statistical process control to support process capability
• Support mechanical and electrical testing
• Execute gap analysis

Essential Skills

• Bachelor's Degree in a related discipline preferred
• 2+ years of experience within a quality function
• Working knowledge and experience with problem-solving methodologies
• Experience with quality management systems
• Skills in quality function management
• Continuous improvement and lean/six sigma methodologies

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with root cause analysis and corrective action plans

Work Environment

You will report to the Quality Manager and work within a group of engineers and technicians. Our company is a leader in connectors and cables for fiber optics, supporting regulated environments such as government, aerospace, defense, medical, and industrial sectors. This role requires U.S. citizenship, as we cannot provide visa sponsorship. Our work culture promotes growth within the quality and other departments, and we offer a tuition reimbursement program once you are direct with the organization.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Owatonna, MN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $70000.00 - $90000.00/yr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. 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)

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 3, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Owatonna, MN.

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.

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