Advanced Quality Engineer | Hudsonville, MI

Salary Range: $87,000 - $128,000 depending on experience

Are you a meticulous professional with a passion for excelling in advanced 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 Hudsonville seeking experienced Advanced 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 manufacturing firms in Hudsonville that are seeking skilled Advanced Quality Engineers. These organizations are dedicated to maintaining high standards and are looking for professionals who can contribute effectively. By joining our network, you position yourself for opportunities aligned with your career goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement advanced quality control plans and inspection methodologies.
• Lead root cause analysis and corrective/preventive actions for complex quality issues.
• Utilize statistical process control (SPC) and other quality tools for process optimization.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives through data analysis and problem-solving.
• Collaborate with design and manufacturing teams to ensure quality at all product lifecycle stages.
• Conduct supplier quality audits and provide technical support for supplier development.
• Develop and deliver quality training programs to manufacturing personnel.
• Contribute to the development and refinement of the Quality Management System (QMS).

Recommended Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality, or a related technical field.
• 5+ years of experience in quality engineering within a manufacturing environment.
• ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) preferred.
• Strong knowledge of quality management systems (e.g., ISO 9001, IATF 16949).
• Proficiency in statistical process control (SPC), root cause analysis, and problem-solving methodologies (e.g., 8D, FMEA).
• Experience with lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement initiatives.

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with statistical software packages (e.g., Minitab, JMP) for data analysis and process improvement.
• ASQ certifications (e.g., CQE, CSSBB, CMQ/OE).
• Familiarity with advanced metrology and inspection techniques.
• Experience with AI/ML applications in quality control.
• Project management certification (e.g., PMP).

Job Titles That Should Apply

Advanced Quality Engineer, Senior Quality Engineer, Lead Quality Engineer, Principal Quality Engineer, Staff Quality Engineer, Quality Assurance Engineer, Quality Systems Engineer, Supplier Quality Engineer, Process Quality Engineer, Reliability Engineer, Manufacturing Quality 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.