Entry Level Quality Engineer

Job Title: Quality Control EngineerJob Description

The Quality Control Engineer acts as the quality partner with manufacturing engineering, focusing on incoming materials inspection processes and root cause analysis of production issues to drive yield improvements. This role involves revising documentation in support of quality engineering and ensuring adherence to quality standards.

Responsibilities

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  Conduct inspections of purchased parts and subassemblies according to defined criteria using standard inspection tools.

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  Utilize tools such as calipers, hard gages, and other inspection equipment.

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  Accurately document the results of quality control inspections and testing.

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  Maintain all controlled document files and test records.

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  Assist in creating and updating inspection templates and tools.

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  Evaluate problems and make initial recommendations within quality and manufacturing engineering.

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  Serve as a Change Agent, successfully implementing process improvements and SPC metrics in a technical manufacturing environment.

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Essential Skills

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  Proficiency in quality control, inspection, and quality engineering.

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  Strong background in quality assurance and root cause analysis.

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  Experience in electronics manufacturing and quality management systems.

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  Competence in using Six Sigma analytical tools and Lean Manufacturing methods.

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  Experience with calipers, gages, and inspection equipment.

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  Minimum of 1+ years of technical experience in manufacturing and quality control.

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Additional Skills & Qualifications

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  Degree in Engineering, preferably Mechanical or Industrial Engineering.

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  Experience in an electronics manufacturing facility is strongly preferred.

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  Strong analytical ability and computer skills, including proficiency in MS Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).

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Work Environment

This position is based in Stony Point, NY, and requires full onsite presence. The work environment adheres to a business casual dress code with an 8am start time. The company offers a collaborative environment with a small engineering team, providing great opportunities for development and collaboration across teams, alongside excellent benefits and employee offerings.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Stony Point, New York.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $ - $ /yr.

Direct Hire - Growing lighting/electronics company. Small engineering team; lots of development and collaboration across teams. Great benefits and employee offerings including medical, dental, visiion benefits, and paid holidays and PTO.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Stony Point,NY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 17, 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.

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