Quality Manager | Holt, MI

Salary Range: $94,000 - $141,000 depending on experience

Are you a seasoned professional with a passion for upholding and enhancing production standards? The Pivot Group is committed to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting community growth. We are collaborating with leading companies in Holt seeking Quality Managers to lead and enhance their operations.

The Opportunity

We are partnering with organizations in Holt that are seeking Quality Managers. These companies are committed to building strong teams and are looking for professionals who can lead initiatives effectively. By connecting with Pivot Group, you position yourself for roles that match your background and aspirations.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain the Quality Management System (QMS) to ensure compliance with ISO standards and regulatory requirements.
• Lead internal and external quality audits, including supplier and customer audits, driving corrective and preventive actions.
• Manage the Non-Conformance and Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA) processes, ensuring effective resolution of quality issues.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and projects to enhance product quality and process efficiency.
• Oversee all quality control activities, including incoming material inspection, in-process checks, and final product release.
• Recruit, train, and manage the quality assurance team, fostering a culture of quality throughout the organization.
• Analyze quality data and metrics, providing regular reports on quality performance and trends to management.

Recommended Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related technical field.
• 5+ years of progressive experience in quality management within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge and practical application of Quality Management Systems (e.g., ISO 9001, IATF 16949).
• Proficiency in quality tools and methodologies such as SPC, FMEA, RCA, and Lean Six Sigma.
• Proven leadership skills with experience managing and developing quality teams.

Bonus Qualifications

• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification.
• Experience with enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle).
• Certified Lead Auditor for ISO 9001 or relevant industry standards (e.g., IATF 16949, AS9100).
• Proficiency in statistical software for quality analysis (e.g., Minitab, JMP).

Job Titles That Should Apply

Quality Assurance Manager, QA Manager, Director of Quality, Head of Quality, Quality Systems Manager, Continuous Improvement Manager, Senior Quality Manager

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.