IATF Quality Engineer | Byron Center, MI

Salary Range: $77,000 - $111,000 depending on experience

Are you a dedicated professional with a passion for excelling in iatf quality engineer? The Pivot Group is committed to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career growth. We partner with leading manufacturing companies in Byron Center, seeking experienced IATF Quality Engineers to strengthen their teams.

The Opportunity

We collaborate with manufacturing companies in the Byron Center region seeking IATF Quality Engineers. These employers partner with us because they want real insight into candidates—not just resumes. By joining our network, you gain access to roles worth considering.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure the Quality Management System (QMS) adheres to IATF 16949 requirements and drive its continuous improvement.
• Lead and participate in internal and external IATF 16949 audits, managing non-conformances and corrective actions.
• Facilitate root cause analysis and implement effective corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) using problem-solving methodologies (e.g., 8D, 5 Whys).
• Develop, implement, and maintain quality documentation including Control Plans, FMEAs, and Process Flows in accordance with APQP principles.
• Drive the PPAP submission and approval process for new products and changes, ensuring customer specific requirements are met.
• Monitor key quality performance indicators, analyze data, and implement initiatives to reduce scrap, rework, and customer complaints.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, engineering, and supply chain teams to resolve quality issues and prevent recurrence.

Recommended Qualifications

• In-depth knowledge and practical application of IATF 16949 quality management system requirements.
• Demonstrated proficiency in AIAG Core Tools (APQP, PPAP, FMEA, MSA, SPC).
• Strong command of problem-solving methodologies (e.g., 8D, 5 Whys, Ishikawa) and root cause analysis.
• Experience in conducting and supporting internal and external IATF 16949 audits.
• Ability to analyze quality data, identify trends, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality Management, or a related technical field.

Bonus Qualifications

• Six Sigma Black Belt certification
• Proficiency with statistical software (e.g., Minitab, JMP)
• ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) or Certified Quality Auditor (CQA) certification
• Experience managing quality modules within an ERP system (e.g., SAP, Oracle)
• Demonstrated experience in advanced Lean manufacturing implementation

Job Titles That Should Apply

IATF Quality Engineer, Automotive Quality Engineer, Supplier Quality Engineer, Manufacturing Quality Engineer, Quality Assurance Engineer, Senior Quality Engineer, Quality Systems Engineer, Process Quality Engineer, Quality Control Engineer, IATF Specialist

Why Pivot Group

The Pivot Group 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.

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. The Pivot Group 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.