Quality Engineer | Grandville, MI

Salary Range: $74,000 - $108,000 depending on experience

Are you ready to take on a challenging and rewarding opportunity in {{role_field}}? The Pivot Group is committed to building meaningful connections in manufacturing. We partner with leading companies in Grandville seeking Quality Engineers.

The Opportunity

We collaborate with manufacturing companies in the Grandville region seeking 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 quality control plans, procedures, and standards.
• Conduct root cause analysis for non-conformances and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
• Perform statistical process control (SPC) and data analysis to monitor and improve product quality and process capability.
• Manage supplier quality, including audits, performance monitoring, and defect resolution.
• Lead or participate in internal and external quality audits to ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.
• Collaborate with manufacturing and engineering teams to optimize production processes and reduce defects.
• Support new product introduction (NPI) by ensuring quality requirements are integrated from design to production.

Recommended Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical field
• 3+ years of experience in a Quality Engineering role within a manufacturing environment
• Proficiency with core quality tools and methodologies (e.g., FMEA, SPC, MSA, Root Cause Analysis, 8D)
• Strong understanding and application of statistical process control (SPC) and data analysis
• Familiarity with ISO 9001 or other relevant quality management system standards (e.g., IATF 16949, AS9100)
• Demonstrated ability to lead problem-solving initiatives and drive continuous improvement

Bonus Qualifications

• Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certification
• Proficiency with advanced statistical analysis software (e.g., Minitab, JMP)
• Experience with automated inspection or machine vision systems
• Familiarity with CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD) for design review and GD&T interpretation

Job Titles That Should Apply

Quality Engineer, QA Engineer, Quality Assurance Engineer, Senior Quality Engineer, Lead Quality Engineer, Quality Analyst, Software Quality Engineer, Product Quality Engineer, Manufacturing Quality Engineer, Quality Control Engineer

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.