Advanced Quality Engineer | Whitehall, MI

Salary Range: $82,000 - $122,000 depending on experience

Are you a dedicated 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 and supporting career growth. We partner with leading manufacturing companies in Whitehall, seeking experienced Advanced Quality Engineers to strengthen their teams.

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 collaborate with manufacturing companies in the Whitehall region seeking Advanced 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

• Develop and implement advanced quality control plans and inspection methodologies.
• Lead root cause analysis and corrective/preventive actions for complex quality issues.
• Utilize statistical process control (SPC) and other quality tools for process improvement and defect reduction.
• Collaborate with design and manufacturing teams to ensure quality requirements are integrated throughout the product lifecycle.
• Conduct supplier quality assessments and drive continuous improvement initiatives with critical suppliers.
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior quality engineers and manufacturing personnel.
• Drive the implementation of industry best practices and quality standards (e.g., ISO 9001, IATF 16949).
• Analyze quality data and metrics to identify trends, predict potential issues, and drive proactive solutions.

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.
• Strong knowledge of quality management systems (e.g., ISO 9001, IATF 16949) and their practical application.
• Proficiency in statistical process control (SPC), root cause analysis, and various quality tools (e.g., FMEA, Control Plans, MSA).
• Demonstrated experience in leading continuous improvement initiatives and problem-solving teams.

Bonus Qualifications

• ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) certification.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma methodologies.
• Proficiency in statistical software (e.g., Minitab, JMP).
• Familiarity with ISO 9001 and IATF 16949 standards.
• Demonstrated ability to mentor junior engineers or lead small project teams.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Principal Quality Engineer, Senior Quality Engineer, Lead Quality Engineer, Staff Quality Engineer, Quality Assurance Engineer, Product Quality Engineer, Supplier Quality Engineer, Process Quality Engineer, Manufacturing Quality Engineer, Reliability Engineer, Test Engineer, Validation Engineer, Quality Systems Engineer, Continuous Improvement Engineer, Lean Six Sigma 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.