Advanced Quality Engineer | Charlotte, MI

Salary Range: $86,000 - $126,000 depending on experience

Are you a dedicated professional with a passion for excelling in advanced quality engineer? The Pivot Group Network, a West Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is committed to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career growth. We partner with leading manufacturing companies in Charlotte, seeking experienced Advanced Quality Engineers to strengthen their teams.

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 Charlotte seeking Advanced 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 advanced quality control plans for new and existing products.
• Lead root cause analysis and corrective/preventative actions for complex quality issues.
• Utilize statistical process control (SPC) and other quality methodologies to drive continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with design and manufacturing teams to ensure quality is built into products and processes.
• Conduct supplier quality audits and drive improvements in supplier performance.
• Mentor junior quality engineers and provide technical guidance on quality tools and techniques.

Recommended Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality Management, or a related technical field.
• 5+ years of experience in quality engineering roles within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of quality management systems (e.g., ISO 9001, AS9100) and industry-standard quality tools (e.g., APQP, PPAP, FMEA, SPC).
• Proven ability to lead root cause analysis, implement corrective actions, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Expertise in statistical analysis software and techniques for process control and capability studies.
• Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) or equivalent professional certification.

Bonus Qualifications

• ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) certification.
• Experience with statistical software (e.g., Minitab, JMP) for data analysis and process improvement.
• Familiarity with Lean Six Sigma methodologies and tools (e.g., Kaizen, 5S, DMAIC).
• Ability to lead and mentor junior quality engineers.
• Experience with various manufacturing processes (e.g., machining, assembly, welding).

Job Titles That Should Apply

Advanced Quality Engineer, Senior Quality Engineer, Lead Quality Engineer, Principal Quality Engineer, Staff Quality Engineer, Quality Assurance Engineer, Product Quality Engineer, Supplier Quality Engineer, Process Quality Engineer, Reliability Engineer, Quality Systems Engineer, Quality Improvement Engineer, Quality Compliance Engineer, Quality Manager, Quality Specialist

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.