Advanced Quality Engineer | Wayland, MI

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

Are you a dynamic leader with a passion for excelling in advanced quality engineer? The Pivot Group Network, a West Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is dedicated to building meaningful connections and supporting community growth. We are collaborating with leading companies in Wayland seeking experienced Advanced Quality Engineers to drive results.

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 collaborating with multiple companies in Wayland seeking experienced Advanced Quality Engineers. These organizations value long-term fit and are looking for professionals who bring both skill and alignment. By joining our network, you gain access to opportunities tailored to your goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement advanced quality control plans and inspection methodologies.
• Lead root cause analysis and corrective/preventive action initiatives for complex quality issues.
• Utilize statistical process control (SPC) and other analytical tools to monitor and improve product quality and process capability.
• Drive continuous improvement projects focused on reducing defects, scrap, and rework.
• Collaborate with design and manufacturing teams to ensure quality requirements are integrated throughout the product lifecycle.
• Conduct supplier quality audits and work with suppliers to improve incoming material quality.
• Mentor and train junior quality engineers and manufacturing personnel on quality best practices.

Recommended Qualifications

• Strong communication and problem-solving skills

Bonus Qualifications

• ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) certification.
• Experience with statistical software (e.g., Minitab, JMP) for data analysis and process improvement.
• Familiarity with Lean Six Sigma methodologies and tools (Green Belt or Black Belt certification a plus).
• Knowledge of specific industry quality standards (e.g., ISO/TS, AS9100, IATF 16949).
• Experience with advanced problem-solving techniques (e.g., 8D, FMEA, fishbone diagrams).

Job Titles That Should Apply

Advanced Quality Engineer, Senior Quality Engineer, Lead Quality Engineer, Principal Quality Engineer, Staff Quality Engineer, Quality Assurance Engineer, Process Quality Engineer, Supplier Quality Engineer, Product Quality Engineer, Manufacturing Quality Engineer, Reliability Engineer, Test Engineer, Quality Systems Engineer, Continuous Improvement Engineer, Quality Specialist

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.