Advanced Quality Engineer | Hudsonville, MI

Salary Range: $87,000 - $128,000 depending on experience

Are you a meticulous professional with a passion for excelling in advanced quality engineer? The Pivot Group is dedicated to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career growth. We are collaborating with companies in Hudsonville seeking experienced Advanced Quality Engineers.

The Opportunity

We are collaborating with manufacturing firms in Hudsonville that are seeking skilled Advanced Quality Engineers. These organizations are dedicated to maintaining high standards and are looking for professionals who can contribute effectively. By joining our network, you position yourself for opportunities aligned with your career goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) activities, including FMEAs, Control Plans, and PPAPs, for new product introductions.
• Drive complex root cause analysis and implement effective corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) using methodologies like 8D, 5 Whys, and Fishbone diagrams.
• Utilize statistical process control (SPC) and other statistical tools to monitor process capability, identify trends, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Manage and resolve customer quality complaints, ensuring timely communication and effective containment/corrective actions.
• Conduct internal and external quality system audits to ensure compliance with ISO standards, regulatory requirements, and company policies.
• Collaborate with design and manufacturing engineering teams to integrate quality requirements into product design and manufacturing processes.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship on quality tools and methodologies to production teams and junior engineers.

Recommended Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (e.g., Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing) or a related technical field.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in quality engineering within a manufacturing environment.
• Extensive knowledge and practical application of core quality tools and methodologies (e.g., FMEA, Control Plans, PPAP, SPC, MSA, 8D problem-solving).
• Demonstrated experience with quality management systems (e.g., ISO 9001, IATF 16949, or AS9100).
• Proficiency in statistical analysis and problem-solving techniques, with Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification preferred.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, metrology, and GD&T principles.

Bonus Qualifications

• Six Sigma Black Belt Certification
• Experience with advanced statistical analysis software (e.g., JMP, R, Python)
• Lean Certification or demonstrated experience leading Lean manufacturing initiatives
• Experience implementing or managing Quality Management System (QMS) software solutions

Job Titles That Should Apply

Senior Quality Engineer, Lead Quality Engineer, Principal Quality Engineer, Quality Assurance Engineer, QA Engineer, Quality Systems Engineer, Process Quality Engineer, Advanced QA Engineer, Quality Excellence Engineer, Reliability 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.