Advanced Quality Engineer | Holland, MI

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

Are you a forward-thinking 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 in the manufacturing community. We partner with companies in Holland seeking skilled 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 Holland 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 for new product introductions.
• Lead root cause analysis and corrective action implementation for complex quality issues.
• Utilize statistical process control (SPC) and other analytical tools to monitor and improve manufacturing processes.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives through data analysis and lean methodologies.
• Collaborate with design and manufacturing teams to ensure quality requirements are met throughout the product lifecycle.
• Conduct supplier quality audits and drive improvements in supplier quality performance.
• Mentor and train junior quality engineers on advanced quality methodologies.
• Develop and validate measurement systems for critical product and process characteristics.

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 standards.
• Proven ability to lead and facilitate problem-solving teams.

Bonus Qualifications

• ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE)
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies
• Familiarity with IATF 16949 or other relevant quality management systems
• Strong data analysis skills, including statistical process control (SPC)
• Ability to mentor and train junior engineers

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, Reliability Engineer, Process Quality Engineer, Supplier 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.