IATF Quality Engineer | Kalamazoo, MI

Salary Range: $84,000 - $119,000 depending on experience

Are you a detail-oriented professional with a passion for excelling in iatf quality engineer? The Pivot Group Network, a West Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is dedicated to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career advancement. We are collaborating with leading companies in Kalamazoo seeking experienced IATF 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 are collaborating with multiple companies in Kalamazoo seeking experienced IATF Quality Engineers. These organizations value long-term fit and are looking for professionals who bring both skill and alignment. By joining our network, you gain access to opportunities tailored to your goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement IATF 16949 compliant quality management system processes.
• Conduct internal audits and manage external certification audits to ensure ongoing IATF 16949 compliance.
• Lead problem-solving activities using core tools (e.g., 8D, 5 Whys, Ishikawa) to address non-conformances and prevent recurrence.
• Facilitate APQP activities, including FMEAs, Control Plans, and PPAP submissions for new product introductions and changes.
• Monitor and analyze key quality performance indicators, implementing corrective actions and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure quality requirements are integrated throughout the product lifecycle.
• Provide training and guidance to employees on IATF 16949 standards and quality methodologies.

Recommended Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality Management, or a related technical field.
• 3+ years of experience as a Quality Engineer in an automotive manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge and practical application of IATF 16949 standards and core tools (APQP, PPAP, FMEA, MSA, SPC).
• Proven ability to lead problem-solving initiatives using methodologies such as 8D, 5 Whys, and Fishbone diagrams.
• ASQ certifications (CQE, CSSBB) are a plus.

Bonus Qualifications

• Certified Lead Auditor (e.g., IATF 16949, VDA 6.3)
• Experience with AIAG Core Tools beyond basic application (e.g., advanced SPC, MSA studies)
• Proficiency in statistical software (e.g., Minitab, JMP) for data analysis and problem-solving
• Knowledge of advanced manufacturing processes (e.g., additive manufacturing, robotics) and their quality implications
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification

Job Titles That Should Apply

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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.