IATF Quality Engineer | Newaygo, MI

Salary Range: $78,000 - $112,000 depending on experience

Are you a skilled professional with a passion for excelling in iatf quality engineer? The Pivot Group Network, a West Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is dedicated to building meaningful connections in the manufacturing community. We are collaborating with companies in Newaygo seeking experienced IATF 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 Newaygo that are adding IATF 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, implement, and maintain IATF 16949 compliant quality management systems.
• Lead and participate in internal and external IATF 16949 audits, driving corrective actions.
• Utilize core quality tools (APQP, PPAP, FMEA, MSA, SPC) for new product development and process improvement.
• Analyze quality data, identify trends, and implement robust corrective and preventive actions (8D, 5 Whys).
• Collaborate with engineering and manufacturing to resolve quality issues and drive continuous improvement.
• Oversee supplier quality, including qualification, performance monitoring, and issue resolution.
• Develop and deliver quality training programs to manufacturing personnel.

Recommended Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality Management, or a related technical field.
• 3+ years of experience as a Quality Engineer in an automotive manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge and practical application of IATF 16949 standards and core tools (APQP, PPAP, FMEA, MSA, SPC).
• Proven ability to lead problem-solving initiatives using methodologies like 8D, 5 Whys, or Fishbone diagrams.
• ASQ certifications (CQE, CQA, CSSBB) are highly desirable.

Bonus Qualifications

• ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) certification
• Experience with AIAG Core Tools training and implementation
• Strong knowledge of statistical process control (SPC) and Minitab
• Familiarity with Six Sigma methodologies and Lean principles

Job Titles That Should Apply

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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.