Job Information
Actalent Quality Technician in Bedford, Massachusetts
Summary:
As a Quality Technician, you will inspect incoming materials and parts from suppliers using visual and mechanical tools, review and verify First Article Inspection (FAI) from suppliers, and use both conventional and advanced inspection devices to verify dimensions to drawing specifications. You will be responsible for managing or helping manage the calibration program, participating in Material Review Board (MRB) meetings for disposition of non-compliant materials, maintaining records and data as required by the Quality Management System, and recommending improvements to the QMS database to enhance information availability for improvements.
Responsibilities:
Inspect incoming materials and parts using visual and mechanical tools.
Review and verify First Article Inspection (FAI) from suppliers.
Use conventional and advanced inspection devices to verify dimensions to drawing specifications.
Manage or assist in managing the calibration program.
Participate in MRB meetings for disposition of non-compliant materials.
Maintain records, data, and related information as required by the Quality Management System.
Recommend improvements to the QMS database to better provide information for improvements.
Qualifications:
Proficient with Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
Experience with CMM inspection and instruments utilizing PC-DMIS.
Ability to set up inspection for intricate components with tight tolerances.
Able to interpret blueprints, schematics, and other design documents.
Proper handling of parts in Class 1,000 (ISO Class 6) cleanroom environment.
Proper handling of Electro-static sensitive (ESD) components.
Good organizational, communication, and analytical skills.
Understanding of ISO 9001 quality systems requirements.
Proficiency with MS Office Suite, especially Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Ability to multitask and prioritize in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
Computer skills and knowledge of software tools for inspection data management.
Additional Qualifications:
Experience with calibration, CMM programming, and quality assurance.
Knowledge of creating standards for inspection and authoring quality reports.
Familiarity with editing engineering drawings and designs for GD&T.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Bedford, MA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $38.00 - $42.00/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 Bedford,MA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Apr 3, 2026.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At 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 people
Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.
About Actalent
Actalent 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.