Job Title: Quality Engineer

ResponsibilitiesUtilize data to prioritize actions that prevent and permanently solve product quality problems (50%).Develop and oversee systems for gathering, analyzing, and reporting quality data to delivery value streams.Work with delivery value streams to determine root causes and identify solutions that permanently solve prioritized quality problems and procedural deviations.Develop and implement highly predictive metrics to support decision making.Supervise audit/inspection resources.Support new product launches and maintain ongoing finished product specifications (30%).Review and approve new and updated Packaging Batch Records.Function as the primary quality liaison supporting the New Product Launch Cell.Support new product pilot runs and launches to ensure finished product quality goals are achieved.Understand and maintain a culture of 'lean action' within the department (15%).Implement and maintain standards and processes that eliminate waste throughout the department.Apply and utilize 'lean tools' to permanently implement improvements.Institutionalize 5-S in all aspects of the department (Sort, Straighten, Shine, Standardize, and Sustain).Perform other assigned work (5%).Essential SkillsMore than 1 year and less than 5 years of successful experience in a quality assurance position in an effective Lean environment in food or fluids filling or manufacturing.Customer Focus, Constant Improvement, and Results Orientation as core character traits.Manufacturing aptitude and experience with short to mid-run product cycles.Understanding and experience with lean methodology, kaizen, and kanban.Knowledge of IQ, OQ, PQ, Six Sigma, GMP, HACCP, OTC, Micro.Bachelor's Degree or equivalent.Additional Skills & QualificationsASQ membership.Six Sigma certification is a plus.Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $36.50 - $41.00

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 Minneapolis,MN.

Application Deadline

This position will be accepting applications until Jan 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.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

Hiring diverse talent Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

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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