Quality Technician

Job Title: Quality TechnicianJob DescriptionWe are seeking a dedicated Quality Technician with experience in quality engineering, process controls, inspection, and design. The ideal candidate will work in quality, manufacturing, or development engineering, supporting root cause analysis activities to ensure effective corrective and preventative actions are implemented.Responsibilities+ Verify the quantity, part number, and purchase order on incoming and outgoing deliveries, and communicate with the Warehouse to resolve any discrepancies.+ Log materials into MS Excel Tracking Sheets, perform transactions in SAP, and maintain accurate inventory records.+ Physically manage inventory to ensure neat storage and delivery to outgoing areas.+ Inspect repairs to determine status and proper transfer location.+ Communicate with Planning and Engineering to provide updates on material availability and status.+ Maintain the work area neatly in accordance with 5S principles.+ Inspect products and materials for proper packaging, labeling, cosmetic defects, or other deviations from product specifications.+ Document inspection results by completing reports and inputting data into the database.Essential Skills+ Proficiency in MS Word and Excel.+ 2+ years of relevant work experience in a manufacturing environment.+ 2+ years of experience in quality engineering, including inspections and testing.+ Familiarity with quality control, quality assurance, blueprint reading, CMM programming, GD&T, and quality inspection.Additional Skills & Qualifications+ Knowledge and experience with SAP software preferred.+ Knowledge of mechanical drawings and SharePoint database is preferred.+ Diploma, Certification, or Degree in Technical Engineering is preferred.+ Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Outlook, and Word.Work EnvironmentThe position is based in Newtown, CT, within a quality test facility. You will work in a lab, cleanroom, and manufacturing setting. The job operates on the 1st shift, Monday to Friday, from 7:00 am to 3:30 pm. The company is one of the top employers in CT, offering opportunities for career growth into engineering roles. Benefits include vacation time and holidays.Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Newtown, CT.Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $30.00 - $35.00/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 TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Newtown,CT.Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Mar 31, 2026.Diversity, Equity & InclusionAt Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is 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 peopleActalent is an equal opportunity employer.About ActalentActalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we've helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC-with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.