Job Description: Quality Assurance Specialist

We are looking for a dedicated Quality Assurance Specialist with a Bachelor's degree and 1-3 years of quality assurance experience, preferably in hard goods. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, analytical, organized, self-motivated, and capable of multitasking. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Dynamics 365 is required, along with knowledge of quality standards like ISO 9001 and Six Sigma, and regulatory compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

Enhance the Data Driven Risk Management Model: Within the first six months, refine the internal risk management model using data to support our inspection system, ensuring alignment with company standards. Aim to reduce defect rates by 10% within the first year.Expand and Utilize the Quality Dataset: Over the first 12 months, extend the internal quality dataset to include additional data points and initiate two actionable process improvements per quarter to reduce defect risks.Serve as SME for Production Process Risk Assessment: Act as the subject matter expert for product risk assessments, completing FMEA for 20 existing products to develop proactive mitigation plans with manufacturing partners within the first 180 days.Initiate CAPA Process: Conduct root cause analysis and initiate CAPA process for all quality rejections within five business days of occurrence, aiming for a 10% defect rate for similar products across the product line.Expand Quality Documentation and Processes: Standardize quality documentation across all processes within the first six months, achieving a 95% consistency rate in process adherence by year-end.

Essential Skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Dynamics 365Knowledge of ISO 9001 and Six SigmaExperience with quality assurance and quality control processesSuperior verbal and written communication skillsStrong root cause analysis, analytical, and problem-solving skills

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Experience with CAPA, FMEA, and risk assessmentsKnowledge of quality documentation and inspection processesAbility to work independently and collaborativelyDetail-oriented and organizedJob Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Mundelein, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $75000.00 - $75000.00/yr.

company benefits including medical, dental, 401K

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Mundelein,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 20, 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.

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