• Quality Manager

    Actalent (Franklin, KY)


    Job Title: Quality ManagerJob Description

     

    The Quality Manager will lead a team of two Quality Technicians to spearhead quality initiatives within the plant, focusing on process improvements. This role involves determining process failures and implementing corrective actions to prevent future issues. Responsibilities also include coaching and training team members to enhance their skills and knowledge.

    Responsibilities

    + Lead technical service and quality efforts to identify and implement opportunities for improved process control and product quality.

    + Develop, plan, and implement process or product improvement projects within the manufacturing environment.

    + Manage, organize, and control work instructions and other documents in support of quality management systems and audits.

    + Identify and lead data-driven process control and improvement projects using methodologies such as Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and Theory of Constraints.

    + Analyze key metrics for trends and identify opportunities for process improvements to ensure continuous improvements by production and maintenance teams.

    + Oversee data collection systems used for process monitoring and improvements.

    + Develop problem-solving skills and data analysis understanding among plant operations and technical employees.

    + Coach and influence Quality Technicians for personal and technical development.

    + Coach the production team on Quality Management Systems and continuous improvement techniques.

    Essential Skills

    + Root cause analysis

    + Quality engineering

    + Coaching and counseling

    + Process problem solving

    + Experience in ISO 9001

    + Metallurgy

    + Six Sigma certification

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + 5 years of manufacturing quality experience

    + Bachelor's or Master's degree in metallurgy, material science, mechanical engineering, or related field

    + Experience with casting or molten metal processes

    + Understanding of Quality Management Systems

    + ISO 9001 documentation

    Work Environment

    The work environment involves working in a smelting and casting facility that handles aluminum, transforming it into ingots. The role requires being on the plant floor to collaborate with team members for problem-solving and troubleshooting. Expect to work in a team of 4-5 individuals for problem-solving tasks. The setting is industrial and may involve exposure to elements typical of a smelting and casting environment.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract position based out of Franklin, Kentucky.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $38.00 - $48.00/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 Franklin,KY.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Oct 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.

     

    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 [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.