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Actalent • Nicholasville, Kentucky, United States
Role & seniority: Quality Engineer (Advanced/lead-focused, contract-to-hire)
Stack/tools: PPAP, PFMEA, APQP, Quality Management Systems, GD&T, statistical methods for process capability, gauge development and instructions
Serve as core launch team member from product kickoff through lifecycle, managing advance quality elements per RASIC/CLC
Develop manufacturing processes, train operations on new program requirements, and ensure customer-specific needs are met
Lead/participate in corrective action audits, problem-solving teams, PPAP data collection, and liaise with customers and suppliers on program requirements
1+ year experience in manufacturing quality engineering
Proficiency in PPAP, PFMEA, RCA, quality auditing, and QMS/APQP
Ability to read/interpret GD&T and manage PPAP submissions and boundary/appearance/fit-function approvals
Automotive manufacturing experience
Experience with injection molding, plating, and assembly
Location & work type: Nicholasville, KY; fully onsite; Contract to Hire
Additional: Moderate onsite environment (injection molding/plating areas), self-starter with initiative; salary $35-$47/hr; benefits potential after conversion.
Job Title: Quality Engineer
Client is unable to provide visa sponsorship now or in the future.
Job Description
The Advanced Quality Engineer is responsible for overseeing the launch of new programs, which involves creating documentation for PPAPs using tools such as PFMEA and process flow. The role also includes developing quality systems for upcoming production programs.
Responsibilities
Participate as a key member of the core launch team from product kickoff through the entire lifecycle of parts, handling all advance quality elements as defined in RASIC and CLC procedures. Assist in developing and training operational groups on processes and requirements related to new program launches. Understand, communicate, and train all operational personnel on customer-specific requirements. Lead or participate in corrective action audits and problem-solving teams to support continuous improvement, ensuring performance criteria are met once a new program is launched. Perform process capabilities and measurement studies using statistical techniques to support new program launches and GD&T requirements. Develop and document manufacturing processes for continuous improvement to meet quality, cost, and customer expectations. Act as a liaison with external parties, including customers and suppliers, regarding new program requirements. Develop gauges and gauge instructions with customer input, and train quality team members on correct gauge usage. Coordinate data collection for customer PPAP approval in a timely manner and prepare paperwork for PPAP packages for assigned programs. Obtain required customer signoffs for boundary samples, appearance approvals, and fit/function approvals. Ensure suppliers understand quality requirements through the Purchasing department, designating quality characteristics and evaluation methods, including PPAP submissions. Read and interpret GD&T, and direct dimensional layout and test timing to meet PPAP submission deadlines. Participate in warranty analysis and investigations.
Essential Skills
Proficiency in PPAP, PFMEA, Quality Engineering, Root Cause Analysis, and Quality Auditing Experience with Quality Management, Quality Management Systems, and APQP 1+ years of experience in manufacturing quality engineering
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Associate's or Bachelor's degree Preferred experience in automotive manufacturing Experience with injection molding, plating, and assembly
Work Environment
The work environment includes injection molding and plating lines, which can be hot and dirty in some areas. The KY site has limited on-site technical support, requiring a self-starter with high initiative. The company offers 6 paid holidays and 1 week of PTO.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Nicholasville, KY.
Pay And Benefits
The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $47.00/hr.
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 Nicholasville,KY. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Mar 13, 2026.
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.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.