Job Title: Associate Quality Engineer

Job Description

The Associate Quality Engineer will lead the Material Review Board process and assist with Root Cause Analysis to address and close Non-Conformance Reports (NCR), Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA), and Customer Complaints. You will generate quality assurance documentation in accordance with AS9100 standards, train operators on required operations, and work collaboratively with manufacturing and engineering teams to implement, standardize, document, and improve both new and existing processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Material Review Board process and assist with Root Cause Analysis for NCR/CAPA and Customer Complaints.
• Generate quality assurance documentation per AS9100 standards and train manufacturing operators.
• Collaborate with manufacturing and engineering to improve and document processes.
• Execute and train on 5S implementation across various departments.
• Serve as an internal auditor for ISO9000 and AS9100 standards.
• Perform basic inspection and testing using hand tools and GD&T.
• Work with departments to achieve company goals and enforce quality standards.
• Recognize trends and prepare quality metrics/reports for company-wide sharing.
• Create efficient systems to support manufacturing operations.
• Perform tasks as assigned by the Manager/Director of Quality/President.
• Demonstrate commitment to company Core Values and safety policies.
• Obtain, maintain competency, and train associates on Keyence LM-X auto-inspection and Keyence XM5000 CMM equipment.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency with ISO9000 standards and GD&T.
• Experience with Keyence equipment.
• Two-year technical degree or 5+ years in quality control required; BS engineering preferred.
• Knowledge of ISO9000 & AS9100 quality systems.
• Computer proficiency with MS Windows, MS Office and Keyence or PolyWorks CMM software.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Excellent personal, organizational, verbal and written communication skills.

Work Environment

The role involves working closely with various departments to achieve company goals, with a focus on quality standards, customer satisfaction, product accuracy, and timely deliveries. The environment is safety-oriented, requiring adherence to all safety policies and procedures. You will operate advanced inspection equipment such as Keyence LM-X auto-inspection and Keyence XM5000 CMM, and engage in continuous training and process improvement initiatives.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $34.00 - $38.00/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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Poway,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 30, 2025.

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.

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.

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