Advanced Quality Engineer | Cadillac, MI

Salary Range: $89,000 - $130,000 depending on experience

Are you a meticulous 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 growth. We are collaborating with companies in Cadillac 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 working with companies in Cadillac that are adding Advanced 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 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 statistical tools for process monitoring and improvement.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives through lean manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies.
• Collaborate with design and manufacturing teams to ensure quality requirements are met throughout the product lifecycle.
• Conduct supplier quality audits and drive supplier quality improvement programs.
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior quality engineers and production staff.

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 implementation.
• Proficiency in statistical process control (SPC), root cause analysis, and problem-solving methodologies (e.g., 8D, FMEA, Lean Six Sigma).
• Demonstrated experience with advanced quality planning tools and techniques (e.g., APQP, PPAP).

Bonus Qualifications

• ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) certification.
• Experience with statistical software packages (e.g., Minitab, JMP) for data analysis and process improvement.
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification.
• Demonstrated ability to mentor junior engineers and lead cross-functional teams.
• Experience with specific industry quality standards (e.g., ISO/TS 16949, AS9100, ISO 13485).

Job Titles That Should Apply

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