Quality Engineer | Muskegon, MI

Salary Range: $71,000 - $105,000 depending on experience

Are you a seasoned professional with a passion for ensuring product excellence and driving quality improvements? The Pivot Group Network, a West Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is committed to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting community growth. We are collaborating with leading companies in Muskegon seeking Quality Engineers to lead and enhance their operations.

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 Muskegon seeking 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 quality control procedures and inspection plans.
• Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for non-conformances.
• Monitor and analyze production processes and product quality data to identify areas for improvement.
• Perform internal and external audits to ensure compliance with quality standards and regulations.
• Collaborate with design, manufacturing, and supply chain teams to ensure quality requirements are met throughout the product lifecycle.
• Facilitate continuous improvement initiatives using lean manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies.
• Review and approve supplier qualifications and incoming material quality.

Recommended Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality Management, or a related technical field.
• 3+ years of experience as a Quality Engineer in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of quality management systems (e.g., ISO 9001, AS9100).
• Proficiency in statistical process control (SPC), root cause analysis, and other quality tools.
• Experience with corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) and non-conformance management.
• Demonstrated ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications.

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with lean manufacturing principles and Six Sigma methodologies.
• Familiarity with statistical process control (SPC) software and tools.
• ASQ certifications (e.g., CQE, CSQP, CMQ/OE).
• Project management experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of specific industry standards and regulations (e.g., ISO 9001, AS9100, IATF 16949, FDA).

Job Titles That Should Apply

Quality Engineer, QA Engineer, Quality Assurance Engineer, Quality Control Engineer, Product Quality Engineer, Senior Quality Engineer, Lead Quality Engineer, Staff Quality Engineer, Principal Quality Engineer, Supplier Quality Engineer, Manufacturing Quality Engineer, Software Quality Engineer, Test Automation Engineer, Reliability Engineer

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.