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Manufacturing Quality Engineer

Industry: Advanced Dental Solutions Manufacturing

About Us

Join a global leader in dental innovation that combines cutting-edge technology with precision manufacturing to deliver life-changing solutions for patients worldwide. We are passionate about transforming smiles through advanced materials, automation, and visionary engineering. Our culture thrives on collaboration, creativity, and continuous improvement—where your ideas can shape the future of dental care.

The Role

As a Manufacturing Quality Engineer, you’ll be at the forefront of ensuring excellence in production quality. You will lead investigations into nonconformances, line failures, and yield losses, driving root cause analysis and implementing corrective and preventive actions. This is a hands-on role where you’ll partner with cross-functional teams to optimize processes, enhance product reliability, and maintain world-class standards.

What You’ll Do

+ Lead investigations into production quality issues and implement effective solutions.

+ Collaborate with manufacturing teams to develop robust process controls that improve yield and reduce scrap.

+ Design and validate in-process inspection methods, test procedures, and acceptance criteria.

+ Establish and maintain SPC, MSA, and GR&R studies.

+ Drive structured problem-solving using tools like 5 Whys, Ishikawa, 8D, and DMAIC.

+ Support process validations (IQ, OQ, PQ) and risk management activities.

What We’re Looking For

+ Strong background in manufacturing engineering and quality systems (ISO 9001).

+ Expertise in root cause analysis, CAPA, and regulated environments.

+ Familiarity with Lean, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies.

+ Proficiency in statistical tools and data-driven decision-making.

Why You’ll Love It Here

+ Work in a dynamic environment with the flexibility of a startup and the stability of an industry leader.

+ Engage in projects that push the boundaries of dental technology.

+ Enjoy a family-friendly, culturally diverse workplace that celebrates innovation and inclusion.

+ Participate in multicultural events and initiatives that make our community vibrant and welcoming.

Ready to engineer quality that transforms smiles? Apply today and be part of something extraordinary.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Irvine, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $71000.00 - $95000.00/yr.

Health PlansGlidewell offers a complete package for medical, dental and vision. Our medical plansare bundled to include medical, vision and pharmacy benefits in one.Retirement PlansEligible employees can contribute toward their retirement by investing in our traditional401(k) and ROTH 401(k) retirement plans. The Company offers matching contributionsas well as different investment options.Life InsuranceGlidewell provides a Basic Life and AD&D Insurance policy at no cost to full-timeemployees. Also, qualified employees are eligible for additional life insurance forthemselves, a spouse and/or child(ren) through our Supplemental Life Insurance policy.Time Off Paid Sick LeavePaid VacationPaid HolidaysBereavement PayJury Duty PayDiscounts & Other BenefitsEmployee DiscountsDENTAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAMCompany-manufactured dental products offered at a discounted rateHYGIENE SERVICESOffers employees discounted, on-site dental hygiene servicesDENTAL PRODUCTSEmployees can purchase dental products at a discounted rate (i.e. electrictoothbrushes, dental healthcare supplies)ON-SITE CAFETERIA, GYM, AND HEALTH CLINICEmployees have access to discounted services at Jimmy G's, Gym GlideWELL, and theGlideWELLness CenterFUN EXPRESS AND TICKETS AT WORKReceive discounts on attractions such as Knott's, Sea World, Catalina Express, andmany moreVoluntary BenefitsGROUP ACCIDENT INSURANCEProvides payments directly to you (unless otherwise assigned) as you recuperate froma covered accident

Voluntary BenefitsGROUP ACCIDENT INSURANCEProvides payments directly to you (unless otherwise assigned) as you recuperate froma covered accidentGROUP CRITICAL ILLNESS INSURANCEWhen diagnosed with a covered critical illness, coverage provides a lump-sum paymentto help cover everyday living expensesPET INSURANCEPet insurance covers many medical conditions related to accidental injuries,emergencies, poisonings, and illnesses for dogs, cats, birds, rabbits, ferrets, reptiles,and other petsRIDESHARE PROGRAMGlidewell provides incentives to encourage you to share commuting costs whilereducing road congestion and harmful emissionsIDENTITY PROTECTIONIdentity and credit monitoring quickly alerts you of suspicious activity before majordamage has been doneAUTO & HOME INSURANCEEmployee discounts could save you money without the need for you to wait until yourcurrent policies expirePURCHASE OVER TIMEWhether you are shopping for new electronics, furniture or appliances, a selection ofbrand-new products features all of the latest technology and the name brands you wantLEGAL PLANHelps you cover costs stemming from any personal legal situationFun Activities and Other ExtrasONSITE GAME ROOMSComplete with corn hole, pool tables and foosball tablesFREE SNACKS DAILYFresh popcorn in popcorn machines, coffee, and donutsCOMPANY BBQSFAMILY PICNICSFESTIVE HOLIDAY PARTYHOLIDAY BONUS

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Irvine,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Dec 5, 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.