IATF Quality Engineer | Traverse City, MI

Salary Range: $86,000 - $121,000 depending on experience

Are you a detail-oriented professional with a passion for excelling in iatf quality engineer? The Pivot Group is dedicated to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career advancement. We are collaborating with leading companies in Traverse City seeking experienced IATF Quality Engineers.

The Opportunity

We are partnering with organizations in Traverse City that are seeking IATF Quality Engineers. 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

• Lead the development, implementation, and maintenance of the Quality Management System (QMS) to IATF 16949 standards.
• Drive problem-solving activities using methodologies like 8D, 5 Whys, and Ishikawa to identify root causes and implement effective corrective and preventive actions.
• Manage Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) and Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) activities for new product introductions and engineering changes.
• Conduct internal audits and support external audits to ensure compliance with IATF 16949 and customer-specific requirements.
• Develop and maintain control plans, FMEAs, and statistical process control (SPC) for manufacturing processes.
• Analyze quality data, identify trends, and implement continuous improvement initiatives to reduce defects and improve product quality.
• Liaise with customers on quality concerns, manage customer portals, and ensure customer-specific requirements are met.

Recommended Qualifications

• Expertise in IATF 16949 standard and core tools (APQP, PPAP, FMEA, MSA, SPC).
• Minimum 3-5 years of Quality Engineering experience in an automotive manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in advanced problem-solving methodologies (e.g., 8D, 5 Whys) and root cause analysis.
• Strong understanding and application of Statistical Process Control (SPC) and Measurement System Analysis (MSA).
• Certified IATF 16949 Internal Auditor with practical audit experience.

Bonus Qualifications

• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification.
• Proficiency in Minitab or other statistical analysis software.
• Experience with advanced Quality Management System (QMS) software platforms.
• Project Management experience or certification (e.g., PMP).

Job Titles That Should Apply

Quality Engineer, Quality Assurance Engineer, QA Engineer, Automotive Quality Engineer, IATF Quality Engineer, IATF 16949 Quality Engineer, Senior Quality Engineer, Lead Quality Engineer, Quality Systems Engineer, Supplier Quality Engineer, Manufacturing Quality Engineer, Product Quality Engineer, Process Quality 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.