Advanced Quality Engineer | Allegan, MI

Salary Range: $86,000 - $127,000 depending on experience

Are you a detail-oriented 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 advancement. We are collaborating with leading companies in Allegan 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 working with companies in Allegan that are adding Advanced Quality Engineers to their teams. These organizations value quality over speed in hiring. By connecting with us, you position yourself for opportunities that align with what you're looking for.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement advanced quality control plans and inspection methodologies.
• Lead root cause analysis and corrective/preventive action initiatives for complex quality issues.
• Utilize statistical process control (SPC) and other quality tools to monitor and improve manufacturing processes.
• Drive continuous improvement projects focused on reducing defects, scrap, and rework.
• Collaborate with design and manufacturing teams to ensure quality requirements are integrated throughout the product lifecycle.
• Conduct supplier quality audits and work with suppliers to improve incoming material quality.
• Mentor and train junior quality engineers on advanced quality techniques and problem-solving methodologies.
• Participate in design reviews and FMEAs to identify and mitigate potential quality risks.

Recommended Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality Management, or a related technical field.
• 5+ years experience in quality engineering within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of quality management systems (e.g., ISO 9001, AS9100) and industry-standard quality tools (e.g., FMEA, SPC, MSA, PPAP, APQP, 8D).
• Proven ability to lead root cause analysis and implement effective corrective and preventive actions.
• Certification in quality (e.g., ASQ Certified Quality Engineer, Six Sigma Green/Black Belt) is highly preferred.

Bonus Qualifications

• ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) certification.
• Experience with statistical software (e.g., Minitab, JMP) for data analysis and process improvement.
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and mentor junior quality engineers.
• Familiarity with advanced metrology and inspection techniques.

Job Titles That Should Apply

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