Supplier Quality Engineer | Manistee, MI

Salary Range: $81,000 - $114,000 depending on experience

Are you a meticulous professional with a passion for excelling in supplier quality engineer? The Pivot Group Network, a West Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is dedicated to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career growth. We are collaborating with companies in Manistee seeking experienced Supplier Quality Engineers.

We are building our network of talent in this field across West Michigan and the broader manufacturing region Pivot Group Network serves. Our partner companies may or may not have an immediate opening for this exact role today, but we actively look for skilled professionals in the regions where they operate. If there is alignment now or in the near future, we reach out.

The Opportunity

We partner with manufacturers across Manistee seeking Supplier Quality Engineers who want more than a lateral move. These companies hire intentionally, and we connect them with professionals ready for roles that fit.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement supplier quality improvement plans and programs.
• Conduct supplier audits and assessments to ensure compliance with quality standards and specifications.
• Drive root cause analysis and corrective actions for supplier-related quality issues.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define supplier quality requirements and specifications.
• Monitor and report on key supplier quality performance metrics.
• Manage the qualification and onboarding process for new suppliers.
• Participate in design reviews to ensure manufacturability and quality considerations are addressed.

Recommended Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality, or a related technical field.
• 3+ years experience in supplier quality, quality engineering, or a similar role within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of quality management systems (e.g., ISO 9001, AS9100) and tools (e.g., PPAP, APQP, FMEA, SPC, MSA).
• Proven ability to conduct supplier audits, root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with advanced quality planning (AQP) tools like APQP, PPAP, MSA, and SPC.
• ASQ certifications (e.g., CSQE, CQE, CQA).
• Lean Six Sigma Green or Black Belt certification.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and facilitate cross-functional teams.
• Experience with supplier development programs and continuous improvement initiatives.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Supplier Quality Engineer, Supplier Quality Assurance Engineer, Vendor Quality Engineer, Quality Engineer - Supplier Development, Supplier Quality Specialist, Supply Chain Quality Engineer, External Quality Engineer, Quality Assurance Engineer - Suppliers, SQE

Why The Pivot Group Network

The Pivot Group Network was founded by manufacturing professionals who've been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic—they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory. Learn more at https://www.thepivotgroup.org.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and connect with a firm that values fit over speed, we invite you to reach out at https://www.thepivotgroup.org. The Pivot Group Network offers resources to support your search—market insights, resume feedback, and interview preparation. As our partnerships grow, we'll reach out with opportunities aligned with your goals. Thank you for considering this approach to career advancement.