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Actalent • Waukesha, Wisconsin, United States
Salary: USD 30–40 per hour
Role & seniority: Quality Assurance Technician (Contract-to-Hire), mid-level
Stack/tools: Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) programming with PCDMIS; GD&T; fixtures; calipers; ERP system; calibration of inspection gauges
Develop, document, and execute inspection requirements from drawings, BOMs, and specs
Create CMM programs and fixtures to support inspection; train production personnel on inspection requirements
Document inspection results; participate in problem-solving for non-conforming parts; assist with calibration management; engage with Engineering/Purchasing on part quality
3+ years operating and programming a CMM from scratch
3+ years quality technician experience
3+ years in an engineering environment
Basic knowledge of GD&T
Quality engineering, CMM programming, quality control, inspection, schematic interpretation
Location & work type: WAUKESHA, WI; onsite; four 10-hour shifts (6:00 AM–3:30 PM); Contract-to-Hire
Job Title: Quality Assurance Technician
Job Description
In this role, you will be programming and operating a Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) using PCDMIS software. This is a hands-on role where you will be responsible for inspecting and working closely with the machine shop. You will have the opportunity to be involved in control plans, capability studies, and new product development, and will also handle tasks related to calibration and measuring with calipers.
Responsibilities
Utilize engineering drawings, specifications, Bill of Materials (BOMs), or other documents to develop, document, and execute inspection requirements of materials, parts, assemblies, or systems to support the Machine Shop. Create fixtures and CMM programs to support inspection requirements. Train production personnel to execute inspection requirements. Document and communicate inspection results. Utilize the ERP system to maintain accurate and timely Production and Quality records. Assist in problem-solving of non-conforming parts or assemblies. Engage with Engineering and Purchasing to improve part quality or as part of a product development team. Recommend, requisition, and manage the calibration of inspection gages.
Essential Skills
3 years of experience operating and programming a CMM from scratch and editing. 3 years of quality tech experience. 3 years of experience working within an engineering environment. Basic knowledge of GD&T.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Quality engineering CMM programming Quality control Inspection Schematic interpretation
Work Environment
The quality department consists of 5 people, some of whom have been acquired from engineering. This role is based in the second building, where you will work closely with the machine shop. You will need to communicate and coach team members effectively when there are quality issues. The work schedule consists of four 10-hour shifts from 6am to 3:30pm. The environment is not large, so you won't get lost in the crowd and can make a significant impact daily. The team is cohesive, and the company has a family-oriented culture, making exciting products like robots and vehicles that detect cracks in pipes.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of WAUKESHA, WI.
Pay And Benefits
The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $40.00/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 WAUKESHA,WI.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Nov 25, 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.
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.