Advanced Quality Engineer | Allendale, MI

Salary Range: $90,000 - $131,000 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 Allendale 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 multiple companies in Allendale seeking experienced Advanced 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 advanced quality control plans and inspection procedures.
• Lead root cause analysis and corrective action for complex manufacturing defects.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives through data analysis and statistical process control.
• Collaborate with design and production teams to ensure product manufacturability and quality.
• Conduct supplier quality audits and manage supplier corrective actions.
• Mentor and train junior quality engineers on advanced quality methodologies.
• Oversee the development and validation of new inspection technologies.

Recommended Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality Management, or a related technical field.
• 5+ years of experience in quality engineering within a manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated expertise in statistical process control (SPC), root cause analysis, and other quality methodologies (e.g., FMEA, Control Plans).
• ASQ certifications (e.g., CQE, CSSGB, CSSBB) preferred.
• Strong understanding of ISO 9001 and other relevant quality management systems.
• Proven ability to lead and facilitate cross-functional teams for problem-solving and continuous improvement initiatives.

Bonus Qualifications

• ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE)
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma methodologies
• Familiarity with Minitab or other statistical software
• Project management experience in a manufacturing environment

Job Titles That Should Apply

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