Quality Manager | Plainwell, MI

Salary Range: $88,000 - $134,000 depending on experience

Are you a meticulous professional with a passion for upholding and enhancing production standards? The Pivot Group is dedicated to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career growth. We are collaborating with companies in Plainwell seeking experienced Quality Managers.

The Opportunity

We are partnering with organizations in Plainwell that are seeking Quality Managers. 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

• Develop, implement, and maintain the Quality Management System (QMS) to ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.
• Lead internal and external quality audits, including supplier and customer audits, and manage subsequent action plans.
• Oversee the investigation of non-conformances, root cause analysis, and the implementation of corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
• Ensure product and process quality meets customer specifications and regulatory requirements through robust quality control measures.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product quality, reduce defects, and optimize manufacturing processes.
• Manage the quality assurance team, providing leadership, training, and performance evaluations.
• Monitor and report on key quality metrics, identifying trends and recommending strategic improvements.

Recommended Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related technical field.
• 5+ years of progressive experience in Quality Management within a manufacturing environment.
• Proven expertise in developing, implementing, and maintaining Quality Management Systems (e.g., ISO 9001, IATF 16949).
• Strong command of Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies, including statistical process control (SPC) and root cause analysis.
• Demonstrated leadership abilities with experience in managing and developing quality teams.

Bonus Qualifications

• Six Sigma Black Belt certification
• Proficiency with advanced statistical analysis software (e.g., Minitab, JMP)
• Experience implementing or optimizing digital Quality Management Systems (QMS)
• Demonstrated experience in developing and delivering quality-related training programs

Job Titles That Should Apply

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

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.