Quality Manager | Whitehall, MI

Salary Range: $89,000 - $135,000 depending on experience

Are you a skilled professional with a passion for upholding and enhancing production standards? 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 Whitehall seeking experienced Quality Managers.

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 Whitehall seeking experienced Quality Managers. 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 quality management systems (QMS) and procedures.
• Lead and manage the quality assurance team, providing guidance and training.
• Oversee product inspection, testing, and release processes to ensure compliance.
• Analyze quality data and metrics to identify trends and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Manage non-conformances, corrective actions (CAPA), and preventive actions.
• Conduct internal and external audits to verify adherence to quality standards and regulations.
• Collaborate with engineering, production, and supply chain to resolve quality issues and prevent recurrence.
• Ensure compliance with relevant industry standards, regulations, and customer requirements.

Recommended Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality Management, or a related technical field.
• 5+ years of experience in quality management within a manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated experience with ISO 9001 quality management systems and auditing.
• Proven ability to lead and develop quality teams and implement continuous improvement initiatives (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma).
• Strong understanding of statistical process control (SPC) and other quality tools.

Bonus Qualifications

• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or higher certification
• Experience with ISO 13485 or AS9100 quality management systems
• Demonstrated ability to implement and optimize Quality 4.0 initiatives
• Proficiency in statistical software (e.g., Minitab, JMP) for data analysis and process improvement
• Experience in supplier quality management and auditing

Job Titles That Should Apply

Quality Assurance Manager, QA Manager, Quality Control Manager, QC Manager, Head of Quality, Director of Quality, Quality Systems Manager, Senior Quality Manager, Quality Lead, Quality Assurance Lead

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.