Advanced Quality Engineer | Montague, MI

Salary Range: $83,000 - $123,000 depending on experience

Are you a skilled professional 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 in the manufacturing community. We are collaborating with companies in Montague 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 collaborate with manufacturing companies in the Montague 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/preventative actions for complex quality issues.
• Utilize statistical process control (SPC) and other data analysis techniques to monitor and improve product quality.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives through the application of Lean and Six Sigma methodologies.
• Collaborate with design and manufacturing teams to ensure quality is integrated throughout the product lifecycle.
• Conduct supplier quality assessments and manage supplier corrective actions.
• Mentor and train junior quality engineers on advanced quality tools and techniques.

Recommended Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality, or a related technical field.
• 5+ years experience in quality engineering within a manufacturing environment.
• Expertise in quality methodologies and tools (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma, FMEA, SPC, MSA).
• Proven ability to lead and facilitate root cause analysis and corrective/preventive actions.
• Strong understanding of relevant industry quality standards (e.g., ISO 9001, AS9100, IATF 16949).

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with statistical process control (SPC) software packages beyond basic charting.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and mentor junior quality engineers or technicians.
• Certification in a relevant quality discipline (e.g., ASQ Certified Quality Engineer, Six Sigma Black Belt).
• Practical experience implementing and maintaining ISO 9001 or IATF 16949 quality management systems.
• Proficiency in programming or scripting languages for data analysis and automation (e.g., Python, R).

Job Titles That Should Apply

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